Description
Listen, ye fairies and knights! The largest medieval Christmas market in Switzerland is calling!
To kick off the Advent season, Schloss Laufen am Rheinfall opens its venerable gates for the fourth medieval Christmas market spectacle! Unique in its kind, it unites jesters, jugglers, respectable merchants and the people - whether in splendid garb or in colorful rags of the New World.
Market bustle as it once was in the Middle Ages:
Nothing is missing at this market of wonders! Traders, craftsmen and market traders from near and far offer their treasures for sale:
- Precious stones and exquisite jewelry
- Weapons, armor and knightly equipment
- Leather goods and splendid garments
- Mead, schnapps and magical scents
Here you will find gifts for everyone - or treat yourself to a little marvel of the old days!
Food and drink in abundance:
There should be no shortage of mulled wine and warm mead! Let yourself be enchanted by delicacies such as:
- Wood-fired pastries or pork treats
- Dinede, Chäsfüess & Spätzle
- Baumstriezel, Langosch or Quarkinis
A full stomach and warm hearts are guaranteed - a true feast for the palate and soul!
Experience and be amazed:
Let yourself be entertained by traveling jugglers, minstrels and bold warriors. For your amusement there are:
- Falconry demonstrations - marvel at the noble birds from up close!
- Axe throwing & archery - try your hand at the arts of the warriors.
- Crank carousel - fun for little maidens and warriors.
- Storyteller - immerse yourself in distant worlds and adventures.
The HelleBarden provide musical delights for the ears with singing and playing, while the gnome tree at the gnome stand calls for a gift exchange.
Come, you noble souls, and immerse yourself in a Christmas as it was once celebrated in the Middle Ages. Be enchanted by magic, music and mysticism and enjoy the festive season within the walls of Schloss Laufen!
Highlights
- Switzerland's largest medieval Christmas market
- Live performances, falconry, and warrior demonstrations
- Wide selection of medieval crafts, foods, and beverages
General Information
The Medieval Christmas Market at Schloss Laufen am Rheinfall in Dachsen offers a historical festive experience. Visitors can enjoy medieval entertainment, crafts, and culinary delights in a setting reminiscent of the Middle Ages. The event is suitable for all ages and runs during the Advent season.
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November 2026
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