Winterträume Schloss Faber-Castell
Advent Craft and Design Fair in Faber-Castell Castle Park
About Winterträume Stein
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Advent Market with Castle Scenery
The Winterträume fair is not a classic Christmas market. It is a curated sales fair for high-quality arts and crafts, Christmas decorations, premium fashion, and delicacies that travels throughout Germany – and it stops every November in the castle park of Count von Faber-Castell in Stein, the town just south of Nuremberg. Approximately 120 exhibitors set up their stalls in pavilions, tents, and within the castle itself, complemented by warm food, mulled wine, and an accompanying program.
Faber-Castell Castle – An Unusual Festive Setting
Stein near Nuremberg is the home of the famous pencil manufacturer Faber-Castell (founded 1761, market leader in the premium pencil market: pencils, colored pencils, writing instruments). The Faber-Castell family owns a historic castle ensemble in Stein with the Old Castle (16th century), the New Castle (in Neo-Renaissance style, late 19th century), and a large park. During the year, the estate houses the company museum and headquarters; for Winterträume, it opens its gates and becomes a atmospheric wonderland of advent.
What You Can Find
- Christmas Decorations: handmade Christmas tree ornaments, advent wreaths, lighting, nativity figures
- Arts and Crafts: pottery, wood carvings, glass art, jewelry, leather goods
- Fashion: warm wool fashion, felt clothing, knitwear, hats and scarves from manufacturers
- Delicacies: chocolate, pralines, liqueurs, fine brandies, specialties from regional manufacturers
- Gift Ideas: design items, stationery (fitting for the Faber-Castell headquarters), books, wooden children's toys
Atmosphere and Accompanying Program
Mulled wine and warm food are served in the courtyard and in the pavilions. An accompanying program of live music (classical brass, acoustic sets), craft demonstrations, and hands-on activities for children complements the market. The audience is more upscale and older than at classic Christmas markets – families, lovers of arts and crafts, collectors, and gift-givers with high standards.
Stein near Nuremberg
Stein (around 14,000 inhabitants) is located directly southwest of Nuremberg on the Rednitz river, in the district of Fürth. It can be reached in 15 minutes from Nuremberg Central Station by S-Bahn line S1. Those visiting Winterträume should end their day in Nuremberg – the famous Christkindlesmarkt on the Hauptmarkt is 20 minutes away and makes a perfect addition.
Winterträume Stein — edition 2026
Winterträume 2026 in Stein promises three days of high-quality advent magic in the historic castle ensemble of the Faber-Castell family. Around 120 selected exhibitors – predominantly manufacturers and artisans, some national brands – will present their products in the pavilions in the castle park and partly also in the castle's rooms.
The concept deliberately differs from a classic Christmas market: here, you pay an entrance fee (€14 regular, €12 online), but in return, you get a curated selection, great atmosphere, seating areas, warm food, and an accompanying program. Ideal for visitors who want to experience a premium advent market with family or friends, away from the typical mulled wine hustle and bustle.
Programme Winterträume Stein 2026
Friday, November 13, 2026
- 2:00 PM–10:00 PM — First opening, exhibitors and stalls, accompanying program
Saturday, November 14, 2026
- 11:00 AM–9:00 PM — Main visiting day with full exhibitor participation, live music, craft demonstrations, children's program
Sunday, November 15, 2026
- 11:00 AM–7:00 PM — Last day, calmer atmosphere, good for a relaxed visit
Exhibitor Areas
- Christmas Decorations: Christmas tree ornaments, candles, nativity scenes, fairy lights from manufacturers
- Arts and Crafts: Glass, ceramics, wood crafts, jewelry, leather goods
- Fashion: Wool fashion, felt, knitwear, hats, scarves
- Delicacies: Chocolate, pralines, liqueurs, brandies, jams, spreads
- Stationery: fitting for the Faber-Castell headquarters
Accompanying Program
- Live music (classical brass, acoustic sets)
- Craft and DIY demonstrations
- Children's program
- Mulled wine and warm food in the courtyard and pavilions
More info and online tickets at wintertraeume.com.
Highlights Winterträume Stein 2026
- Setting: historic castle and park of the Faber-Castell family
- 120 selected exhibitors – manufacturers and artisans
- Premium selection: Christmas decorations, fashion, delicacies, jewelry
- Family-friendly: Children aged 4–16 only €1 admission
- Free shuttle from Nuremberg parking lot Ansbacher Straße 60
Prices Winterträume Stein 2026
Day ticket €14 (online €12). Family ticket (2 adults + 2 children) €24. Children 4–16 years €1. Concessions (severely disabled) €13. Online tickets at wintertraeume.com.
Practical information — Winterträume Stein
Getting There
By car: A6 (exit Nuremberg-Hafen or Schwabach-Süd), then Rednitzstraße 2 in Stein. Free parking directly at the castle; in case of large crowds, use Park & Ride at Ansbacher Straße 60 in Nuremberg with a free shuttle. By S-Bahn: S1 from Nuremberg Central Station to Stein.
Opening Hours
Friday 2:00 PM–10:00 PM, Saturday 11:00 AM–9:00 PM, Sunday 11:00 AM–7:00 PM.
Admission
Day ticket €14 (online €12), Family ticket (2 adults + 2 children) €24, Children 4–16 years €1, Concessions (severely disabled) €13.
Accessibility
Paths in the park are mostly gravel and level, individual stands are on platforms with cable covers – please observe on-site information if you have mobility impairments.
Accommodation
Stein offers a few hotels; the full range of hotels is available in Nuremberg (S-Bahn 15 min.) or Fürth.
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Where it takes place Winterträume Stein
Graf von Faber-Castell'sches Schloss
Rednitzstraße 2, 90547 Stein