Weihnachtsschicht at the Upper Harz Mining Museum
Advent market above and below ground in a historic mine
About Weihnachtsschicht Mining Museum
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Mine in a Magical Light
The Oberharzer Bergwerksmuseum in Clausthal-Zellerfeld is one of Germany's oldest mining museums and preserves the heritage of a region whose economy was dominated by ore mining for centuries. With the Weihnachtsschicht, the museum combines this history with the atmosphere of the Advent season. Light installations at the entrance set the mood for the day. In the inner courtyard, the market area opens with stalls offering regional arts and crafts, Christmas decorations, smoked goods, honey, and spirits.
Above and Below Ground
The unique feature of the Weihnachtsschicht is the combination of an above-ground market and an underground experience. Visitors who purchase a combined ticket can join one of the tours, which start every half hour, and walk through the illuminated tunnels. More than 200 light sources bathe the passages in warm light, and small scenes made of fir branches, mining symbols, and Christmas decorations are set up at several stations.
Market, Mulled Wine, and Grill
Above ground, the market is one of the cozy formats in the region. Stalls serve mulled wine, Lumumba (a hot drink made of chocolate, rum, and cream), and non-alcoholic hot beverages. Bratwurst, lard bread, lard cakes, and sweet specialties complete the offerings. The atmosphere is consistently small-scale and tailored to the historic substance of the mining site.
Family Event with Mining Connection
Families benefit from a moderate entrance fee and a program that appeals to children as well as adults. The underground tours are conducted in a way that even younger visitors can fully experience the staging. Miners in historical costume explain the work in a mine along the way and highlight the connection to the Advent season.
Upper Harz in Advent
The Weihnachtsschicht is part of a dense Advent program in the Upper Harz. Together with the Oberharzer Adventszauber (Upper Harz Advent Magic) at the Salvatoris Church and smaller events in the mining towns, it forms a weekend program suitable for a short visit to the Upper Harz.
Weihnachtsschicht Mining Museum — edition 2026
Two Days of Advent Atmosphere in the Mine
The 2026 edition maintains the established two-day structure. Both days, the market and the tunnels will be open, and the mining team will conduct tours through the illuminated complex every half hour.
Admission Tiers
Those who wish to visit only the market will pay a reduced price. The combined ticket with the mine tour is the most popular option and allows for a seamless transition from the market atmosphere to the underground staging.
Programme Weihnachtsschicht Mining Museum 2026
Program 2026
Above Ground
- Market stalls with regional crafts and Christmas decorations
- Mulled wine, Lumumba, and non-alcoholic hot beverages
- Bratwurst, Christmas pastries, and sweet snacks
- Musical accompaniment at some market stalls
Below Ground
- Mine tours every 30 minutes from 11 am
- Over 200 light installations in the tunnels
- Advent-themed scenes with fir branches and mining symbols
- Explanations by miners in historical costume
Notes
- Sturdy footwear and warm clothing recommended
- Constant underground temperature of a few degrees Celsius
- Children welcome, accompanied by an adult
Highlights Weihnachtsschicht Mining Museum 2026
- Advent market above and below ground
- Over 200 light installations in the tunnels
- Mine tours every 30 minutes from 11 am
- Mulled wine, Lumumba, and grilled specialties at the market
- Moderate entrance fee for families
- One of the most unusual Advent events in the Harz Mountains
Prices Weihnachtsschicht Mining Museum 2026
Practical information — Weihnachtsschicht Mining Museum
Getting There
- Car: B 241, Bornhardtstraße 16 in Clausthal-Zellerfeld. Parking available at the museum.
- Bus: Connections from Goslar and Osterode.
Admission
- Market: 4 Euros for adults, 2.50 Euros for concessions.
- Combined ticket for market and mine tour: 7.50 Euros for adults, 4.50 Euros for concessions.
- Tickets available on-site.
Opening Hours
- Saturday and Sunday, 11 am to 6 pm each day.
- Mine tours every 30 minutes from 11 am.
On-site
- Market stalls with crafts, smoked goods, and spirits.
- Mulled wine, Lumumba, and non-alcoholic hot beverages.
- Grilled specialties and sweet snacks.
- Sturdy footwear recommended for the mine tour.
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