Illustration of a Christmas market stall with ornaments, wooden toys and a smiling vendor (Habitzheim leuchtet den Advent ein)
Christmas Markets

Habitzheim leuchtet den Advent ein

Set across the illuminated Hofgut Habitzheim, the traditional Advent market features artisan handicrafts, seasonal delicacies, and Advent wreath binding. Families can enjoy a lively children's program that includes wool spinning, sheep petting, model train rides, campfire stick bread, storytelling, and face painting. Activities are spread across both outdoor open-air grounds and indoor estate rooms, accompanied by a special Saturday evening highlight.

Nov 28 – Nov 29, 2026 Free of charge.

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Plan Your Visit

Hours

Saturday, November 28: 14:00–20:00; Sunday, November 29: 13:00–19:00.

Food & Drink

The market offers seasonal delicacies, and children can make campfire stick bread.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children

Vibe

Traditional and festive

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Bring time for both the outdoor grounds and indoor rooms, since activities and offerings are spread across both areas.
  • If you want to catch the major highlight, plan your visit for Saturday evening.
  • Families can choose from several children’s activities, including sheep petting, model train rides and campfire stick bread.
  • Use the DADINA travel-information services to look up public transport connections before setting out.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Entry is free.
  • A major highlight takes place on Saturday evening.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the Advent market suited to?

The market is described as suitable for adults, families and children.

What can children do at the market?

Activities include crafts, storytelling with local grandparents, face painting, wool spinning, sheep petting, Advent wreath binding, model train rides and campfire stick bread.

What can visitors browse and eat?

There is handicraft to admire and buy, along with a selection of food and seasonal delicacies.

Is there anything special on Saturday evening?

The organisers describe a major highlight on Saturday evening.

Can visitors travel by public transport?

Travel information and timetables are available through DADINA and DADINA-Interaktiv.

Always check the official website for the most current information.

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