Illustration of a woodcarver working at a Christmas market stall while shoppers watch in the snow (Grubenzauber Auerbach)
Christmas Markets

Grubenzauber Auerbach

Grubenzauber welcomes visitors to the historic industrial grounds of the Maffei mining shafts for an atmospheric seasonal gathering. Guests can enjoy culinary delights surrounded by a festive display of lights. The event introduces a refreshed format organized by the Förderverein Maffeispiele.

Sat, Dec 5, 2026 All ages

Plan Your Visit

Food & Drink

The event is promoted as a gathering of culinary delights, but specific food and drink offerings have not been announced.

Location

Bergbaumuseum Maffeischächte · Nitzlbuch 27E, 91275 Auerbach, Auerbach in der Oberpfalz, BY 91275 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Local residents and visitors seeking an advent gathering

Vibe

Festive and convivial

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Check the organizer’s page again before traveling, since further program details are still pending and the new format may have a different setup.
  • Plan for a single-day visit rather than a full market weekend; the former three-day market format has ended.
  • Wear warm layers for a December Advent gathering, especially if you expect to spend time outdoors around the grounds.
  • Choose comfortable shoes for moving around the event site, as the pages do not describe routes or seating.

Special Events & Promotions

  • New this year: a one-day Grubenzauber format replaces the previous three-day market.

Links & Contact

Run by Förderverein Maffeispiele Auerbach e.V.

Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their contact page.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's new this year?

Grubenzauber is a new concept. The old three-day market is gone, and there's a single day of food and festive lights.

What can I expect at Grubenzauber?

The organizers call it an Advent gathering of treats under festive lights, held at the Maffei shafts mining museum.

Who organizes it?

The Förderverein Maffeispiele, a volunteer group that also runs the Bergbaumuseum Maffeischächte.

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