37th Christmas Potter's Market Schlosshof Thurnau
Visitors can explore handcrafted ceramics from international master workshops spread across the Brandplatz and the castle's upper and lower courtyards. The market features earthenware, stoneware, and porcelain, ranging from tableware and garden ceramics to jewelry and unique pieces fired with raku, salt, and ash techniques. Guests can also view a special exhibition of African pit-fired pottery in the former horse stables and enjoy food and drink from local producers.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Tickets
Admission is free.
Hours
Friday-Saturday 11:00-19:00; Sunday 11:00-18:00.
Ages
All ages
Food & Drink
Food and drink from local Thurnau producers are available at the market.
Parking
The historic center of Thurnau is closed during market days. Parking is available around the market, 5-10 minutes' walk from the castle.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Because Thurnau’s historic center closes during market days, use the parking areas around the market and allow 5–10 minutes to walk to the castle.
- Bring a euro if you’d like to buy the ceramic lottery ticket; its proceeds support the association promoting the Thurnau Pottery Museum.
- Admission is free, so keep your budget for ceramics or the optional €1 ceramic lottery rather than an entry ticket.
- Allow time to browse the Brandplatz and both castle courtyards, where participating pottery workshops display their work.
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking between the market parking areas and castle, then around its separate market courtyards.
Special Events & Promotions
- Admission to the market is free.
- A special exhibition of African pit-fired pottery is held in the former horse stables.
- A ceramic raffle supports the association promoting the Thurnau Pottery Museum.
Links & Contact
Run by Andrea Labuhn
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Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of ceramics can I browse?
The market is devoted to ceramics, including earthenware, stoneware and porcelain, with tableware, garden ceramics, jewelry and individual pieces.
What ceramic techniques are represented?
Works include pieces made with techniques such as raku, salt glazing, ash and wood firing.
Is there a special exhibition?
Yes. The former horse stable hosts an exhibition of African pit-fired pottery, with works presented by ceramicists from a mission school in Uganda.
Can I get food and drink at the market?
Yes. Food and drink from local Thurnau producers are available.
Where can I park, and how far is it from the castle?
The historic center is closed during market days. Parking is available around the market, a five-to-ten-minute walk from the castle.
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