Düsseldorf-Benrath – Weihnachtsmarkt Schloss Benrath 2026

Weihnachtsmarkt Schloss Benrath 2026 opens from Friday, 20 November to Sunday, 20 December 2026 on selected weekends in the forecourt of the palace in Düsseldorf-Benrath. In front of the historic palace façade, you can look forward to festive wooden huts, handcrafted gift ideas and winter food. The Stiftung Schloss und Park Benrath confirms five event weekends with set opening times. The traditional children's railway is one of the advertised attractions, especially for families. Admission to the Christmas market is free.

Weihnachtsmarkt Schloss Benrath 2026: the five weekends

The event begins on Friday, 20 November, and Saturday, 21 November 2026. However, the market is closed on All Souls' Day, 22 November. After that, you can visit the Christmas stalls from 27 to 29 November, from 4 to 6 December, from 11 to 13 December, and from 18 to 20 December. There is no regular market trading during the weeks between these weekends. The period from 20 November to 20 December should therefore not be understood as daily opening. The closure on 21 December mentioned in a secondary calendar is also not an additional market day: officially, the market ends on Sunday, 20 December.

Opening hours at the palace forecourt

On Fridays, the stalls are open from 14 to 21. On Saturdays, you can visit from 11 until 21. On each of the four open Advent Sundays, the hours are 11 to 20. The market is closed on the first Sunday, 22 November, because of All Souls' Day. The market is also closed during the weekdays between the dates listed. These opening hours apply to the wooden huts on the palace forecourt; additional tours or concerts at the palace may have their own event times and admission rules.

Christmas market Schloss Benrath 2026: setting and offerings

The Baroque palace provides a backdrop for festively lit huts and warm Christmas lights. You can also find handmade products, Christmas decorations, small gifts and regional delicacies. The foundation describes a peaceful atmosphere with gentle music and a variety of stalls. The traditional children's train runs on the grounds and is an experience especially for younger visitors. A wintry walk around the palace pond adds to your visit. This lets you enjoy the Christmas market alongside its historic surroundings without having to attend another event.

Concerts and palace tours around the market

Alongside the market stalls, Schloss Benrath offers its own concerts, special tours and other cultural events during Advent. Some of these take place inside the palace. For example, the events calendar lists musical performances during the Advent weekends. However, they are not automatically part of the free Christmas market programme. Tickets or reservations may also be required. So if you are planning to attend a concert or tour, check the separate listing on the official website.

Admission and getting to Düsseldorf-Benrath

You can find the Christmas market at Benrather Schloßallee 100–108 in 40597 Düsseldorf. The foundation recommends travelling by public transport, in particular taking the U72 light rail to Schloss Benrath stop. Alternatively, you can reach the palace from Düsseldorf-Benrath station with a short walk. For drivers, the foundation lists parking areas, including on Niederheider Straße and in nearby car parks. Admission to the market itself is free, while goods and food and drink may be charged. You can find exact dates and travel information on the official Schloss Benrath website. Find more markets in our Kirmestermine calendar.