Weihnachtsmarkt im Wildpark-MV Güstrow

Advent Market in the 200-Hectare Wildpark

The Wildpark-MV is located just outside the Barlach town of Güstrow in the Rostock district and, at around 200 hectares, is one of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern's largest wildlife parks. Since 2024, the grounds have become the stage for an extraordinary Christmas market during the Advent season, deliberately focusing on the experience of animals and nature rather than urban hustle and bustle.

What Makes the Market Special

• Lovingly decorated stalls with arts and crafts and Advent decorations
• Festive snacks: Bratwurst, Reibekuchen, Glühwein, Kinderpunsch
• Children's carousel with classical music
• Warming fire pits along the forest paths
• Daily guided animal feedings during market hours
• Encounter with wolves, lynxes, red deer, wild boars, and more

Program on All Four Advent Weekends

The market is open every Saturday and Sunday between 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM. On selected days, Santa Claus and Mother Holle visit families in the park – an experience that particularly delights younger children. Carillons, fairy lights, and animal sounds create an atmosphere that no city market can replicate.

Concept and Sponsorship

The Wildpark is operated by a management company that sees environmental education as a core task alongside animal welfare. The Christmas market complements the offerings with a seasonal experience and has become one of the most popular Advent destinations in southern Mecklenburg since its premiere in 2024.

Experience the Region

Visitors to the Wildpark-Weihnachtsmarkt should combine their day with a walk around the Güstrow lakes or a stop in the old town of the Barlach city, with its castle, cathedral, and Ernst Barlach Atelier.