Christmas Markets Invite to the "Marchfeld Castle Kingdom"

As early as mid-November, Schloss Hof opens its Christmas market, while the markets in the castles of Marchegg and Eckartsau begin at the end of November. In addition, the castles Hof, Eckartsau, and Orth an der Donau offer special tours under the theme "Advent in the Castles".

Advent in the "Marchfeld Castles": Christmas Markets Open

The traditional Christmas market at Schloss Hof takes place this year on weekends from November 15 to December 21 and on December 8, each from 10 AM to 7 PM, in the outdoor area, the Prince Eugene Hall, and the Orangery. It offers handicrafts, culinary delights, concerts, exhibitions, and a diverse entertainment program. New this year is the "Magic of Lights" with sparkling light installations and glowing figures. On November 15, the special tour "Advent in the Castles" is offered, which includes a champagne reception as well as a tour through the magnificent rooms and this year's Christmas exhibition "Back Then Under the Christmas Tree - Toys of Days Gone By".

The Advent weekend on November 29 and 30 at Schloss Eckartsau presents market stalls and huts from regional exhibitors and associations in the castle park, courtyard, and ground floor of the former imperial hunting lodge. Additionally, there is the special program "Cozy Sleep or Stay Awake? Find Out How the Animals of the Floodplain Forest Spend the Winter" in the Spähikel, a high-tech nature observation vehicle. On December 13, a "Christmas Interactive Tour" takes place, offering interactive elements, festive music, and a punch reception.

Schloss Marchegg hosts its Advent market in the castle park and the castle granary on the weekends of November 29/30 and December 6/7/8. Offered are handicraft products such as woodwork, embroidery, Christmas decorations, and candles, as well as pre-Christmas culinary specialties from the region. Additionally, on these days, both the exhibition in Schloss Marchegg and the Stork House Shop are open.

In Orth an der Donau, on December 13 from 3 PM, there is the opportunity to participate in the Advent walk "Barbara, Maria, Lucia - 3 Women and Their Legendary Lives" around the castle. Here, you can encounter fascinating female figures whose stories and legends have remained alive to this day (registrations at e-mail a.taeubling@orth.at).

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