Illustration of two knitted figures in hats holding mugs on a snowy path with glowing lanterns, trees and a star light (Christmas Magic at the Fairy Tale Park Scent Garden Salzwedel)

Christmas Magic at the Fairy Tale Park Scent Garden Salzwedel

Visitors experience a glittering winter adventure as the park transforms into a sea of thousands of twinkling lights. Guests can celebrate the festive atmosphere while sipping warm mulled wine and snacking on holiday cookies. The event offers seasonal fun and winter magic throughout the decorated grounds.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Hours

Sat 14–21 Uhr; Sun 12–19 Uhr.

Ages

All ages

Food & Drink

Visitors can sip Glühwein and snack on Christmas cookies.

Parking

Kostenloses Parken.

Accessibility

Visitors with a severe disability get a discount, and a companion enters free with a "B" marking on the disability ID.

Going?

Location

Märchenpark Salzwedel · An der Warthe 5, 29410 Salzwedel, Salzwedel 29410 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and christmas-light enthusiasts

Vibe

Festive and magical

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Pack hats and warm layers, since the Weihnachtszauber runs into the evening outdoors among the park's thousands of lights.
  • Come back on another December weekend or between December 26 and January 10 to see the thousands of lights shining again.
  • Charge your electric car while you visit, using the fast or standard charging station at the free on-site parking.
  • Note that the park is closed on December 24, 25 and 31, so pick another holiday date for a visit to see the lights.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Thousands of lights shine in the park every December weekend and from December 26, 2026, to January 10, 2027.

Links & Contact

Run by FUS Freizeit und Service Salzwedel GmbH

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happens at the Weihnachtszauber?

The Märchenpark opens its gates for a glittering winter adventure full of lights. Visitors sip Glühwein, nibble Christmas cookies and celebrate together.

Are the lights only on during the festival weekend?

No. Thousands of lights shine in the park every weekend in December and from December 26 to January 10, 2027.

What should we bring?

Pack your hats and get ready for a winter outing in the park.

What else is there to see in the park?

The park covers 62,000 square meters with 35 fairy-tale houses, a palace and a castle, and more than 450 fairy-tale figures made in the park's own workshop. There are also a play barn, the Irrgarten des Lebens maze and playgrounds. In winter, 100,000 lights and lots of Christmas decorations fill the grounds.

Is parking available?

Yes, parking is free. There is a fast and a standard charging station for electric cars.

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