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Welcome to the Weihnachtsmarkt Schloss Benrath 2026 in Dusseldorf
The Christmas market at Schloss Benrath runs on Advent weekends from 20 November to 20 December 2026 on the palace forecourt. Stallholder papers from Stiftung Schloss und Park Benrath list 20–21 November, 27–29 November, 4–6 December, 11–13 December and 18–20 December. Hours are Friday 14:00–21:00, Saturday 11:00–21:00 and Sunday 11:00–20:00. Sunday of the Dead stays closed. schloss-benrath.de states that visiting the market is free.
Highlights & Attractions at Weihnachtsmarkt Schloss Benrath in Dusseldorf
- Baroque palace as a backdrop by the mirror pond
- Timber huts with crafts and gift ideas
- Mulled wine, roasted almonds and savoury stalls
- Miniature train for children
- Palace tours and concerts sold separately
- Smaller, quieter market than the city-centre sites
- U72 stop on Benrather Schlossallee
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Program & Schedule: What to Expect in 2026
The market runs Friday to Sunday only, not on weekdays. The first weekend ends on 21 November because Sunday of the Dead (22 November 2026) is closed. Four full Advent weekends then run through Sunday 20 December. schloss-benrath.de highlights lights, wooden huts and the traditional miniature railway. Palace tours and concerts are separate tickets, not part of free market entry.
Food and drinks are paid at the stalls. Parking around the palace is scarce. The 2026 stall list will appear closer to the dates on the foundation site.
Tickets & Admission for Weihnachtsmarkt Schloss Benrath Dusseldorf
Entry to the Christmas market is free. There is no day ticket. Food, drinks and the miniature train cost extra. The palace, museums and special tours use the foundation ticket shop. price_min and price_max are therefore 0.
Visitor Tips: Travel & Accommodation in Dusseldorf
- U72 stop Schloss Benrath, or Benrath S-Bahn plus about a ten-minute walk
- November and December cold on the forecourt; wear solid shoes and a warm layer
- Book beds in Benrath or the city centre early; Advent weekends fill
- Saturday afternoon is busiest; Friday afternoon is often quieter
- Use only schloss-benrath.de for hours and the palace programme
Note: The information on this page was researched at the time of writing and may have changed since then (e.g. date, venue, or program). Visit the organizer's official website →
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