Illustration of a small red house and a snowman in a red scarf among snowy trees with glowing warm string lights at dusk (Karácsonyi Fantáziakert az Esterházy-kastélyban – Fertőd – 2026)

Karácsonyi Fantáziakert az Esterházy-kastélyban – Fertőd – 2026

Visitors explore an illuminated fairytale world set across the courtyard and French garden of the Esterházy Palace. The light park features over 100 displays, including fire-breathing dragons, an 11-meter light snake, Pegasus, unicorns, fairies, and brave knights alongside glowing swans, peacocks, and water lilies. Guests can walk through a butterfly light tunnel and take photos seated on an illuminated throne.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Tickets

Alapjegy: 3 900 Ft pénztárban / 3 700 Ft online, illetve 4 200 Ft / 4 000 Ft. Kedvezményes: 3 400 Ft / 3 200 Ft, illetve 4 000 Ft / 3 800 Ft. Családi 2+2: 13 000 Ft / 12 500 Ft, illetve 14 800 Ft / 14 000 Ft. Családi 2+3: 14 400 Ft / 13 600 Ft, illetve 16 300 Ft / 15 500 Ft.

Hours

Every day 17:00–21:00.

Food & Drink

A castle café is available on the grounds during the event.

Parking

Parkolás a P1-es és P2-es zónákban lehetséges.

Accessibility

The castle courtyard is fully accessible, though accessibility is limited in the French garden, where an accessible restroom is available at the café.

Pets

Kutyák nem hozhatók; vakvezető és segítőkutya díjmentesen beléphet, szájkosár nélkül is. A jogosultságot igazoló dokumentumot kérésre be kell mutatni.

Going?

Location

Esterházy-kastély · 9431 Fertőd, Joseph Haydn u. 2., Fertőd, Győr-Moson-Sopron Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and fairytale-light fans

Vibe

Enchanted and festive

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Park in the designated P1 or P2 zones, which are the available parking areas for visitors.
  • Bring a photo ID when using a discounted ticket, as staff may require proof of eligibility.
  • Plan your visit as a single entry, since tickets do not allow re-entry once you leave the park.
  • Dress warmly for an evening outdoors, especially on chilly autumn and winter nights in the illuminated gardens.
  • Bring a stroller if useful; strollers are allowed into the park free of charge.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Free admission for children aged 2 and under.
  • Discounted admission for children aged 3–14, students, seniors aged 65+, and visitors with disabilities; one accompanying person per disabled visitor enters free.
  • Family tickets are available for families with children aged 3–14.
  • Online tickets cost less than tickets bought at the gate.
  • This season’s light park includes a fire-breathing dragon, an 11-metre light snake, and a butterfly tunnel.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who can visit the light park?

It is described as suitable for visitors young and old.

What can visitors see and do in the garden?

Explore more than 100 light installations, including a fire-breathing dragon, an 11-metre light snake, Pegasus, unicorns, fairies, knights, peacocks, swans and water lilies. Walk through the butterfly tunnel and sit on the illuminated throne.

Can I buy tickets at the entrance, and can I leave and come back?

Tickets are available online or at the box office, which accepts cash and card. Each ticket allows one entry only; re-entry is not permitted.

Is there somewhere to get refreshments?

The palace café is on the grounds.

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