The Forest Christmas at the Chauseehaus, (opens in a new tab) nestled in the heart of Wiesbaden’s city forest, will get you in the Christmas spirit over the six weekends leading up to Christmas Eve—with game specialties from the city forest, a candle-making workshop, fire pits, marshmallows for the kids to roast, and workshops for all ages. Winemakers from the Rheingau will treat you to mulled wine and more. Four-legged friends are also welcome! New this year: A little Christmas story has come to life in the city forest. But we won’t reveal any more just yet… And for the grand finale on the last Saturday, there will be live music!

Hours:
On weekends from November 14 through December 20
Saturdays 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Sundays 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM

A Christmas market set against the backdrop of a castle (opens in a new tab) with a view of the Rhine—it doesn’t get any more festive than this! In front of the impressive facade of Biebrich Castle, lovingly decorated booths invite you to enjoy mulled wine, potato pancakes, souvlaki, and bratwurst together. Numerous clubs and organizations from Biebrich will also be showcasing their work. The carousel and a visit fromof a castle (opens in a new tab) with a view of the Rhine—it doesn’t get any more festive than this! In front of the impressive facade of Biebrich Castle, lovingly decorated booths invite you to enjoy mulled wine, potato pancakes, souvlaki, and bratwurst together. Numerous clubs and organizations from Biebrich will also be showcasing their work. The carousel and a visit from St. Nicholas on December 6 at 4 p.m. are sure to make children’s eyes light up.

Hours:
Friday through Sunday, November
27–29; Friday through Sunday, December 4–6;
Friday 3 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday 2 p.m. to 10 p.m., Sunday 2 p.m. to 9 p.m.,
special opening day on Monday: 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
 

On the second weekend of Advent, Vollrads Castle (opens in a new tab) will once again open its Christmas-decorated courtyard. Here, you’ll find artisanal crafts, atmospheric music from a brass quartet, and delicious grilled foods and soups—all of which you can enjoy by the fire pits. In addition, there will be guided tours of the castle, wine tastings, and a children’s program featuring a steam train, arts-and-crafts activities, a visit from St. Nicholas, and magic shows. 

Hours:
Friday, December 4, 4:00 p
.m. to 9:00 p.m.; Saturday, December 5, 2:00 p.m.
to 8:00 p.m.; Sunday, December 6, 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. 

On the first weekend of Advent, the Ankermühle in Oestrich-Winkel (opens in a new tab) is traditionally transformed into an enchanting Christmas wonderland. Festively decorated rooms—including the mill’s wine cellar—a magnificent Christmas tree on the terrace, and charming decorations create a very special atmosphere. The culinary offerings leave nothing to be desired either: You can enjoy oysters, tarte flambée, hearty grilled dishes, and a vegetarian winter stew. 

Hours:
Saturday, November 28, 2:00 p.m
. to 8:00 p.m.; Sunday, November 29, 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. 

Starting November 21, the “Glühweinzauber” (opens in a new tab) at Johannisberg Castle invites you to enjoy the winter atmosphere with a glass of mulled wine and culinary delights. Two curling rinks provide an extra dose of winter fun.

Hours: November
27 through December
26; Tuesday through Thursday starting at 2 p.m.
; Friday through Sunday starting at 11 a.m.
Only when the weather is stable

The Christmas market at the historic Adamstal estate (opens in a new tab) has a particularly cozy atmosphere. In the festively decorated huts, you’ll find mulled wine, grilled game specialties from the estate’s own hunting grounds, soups, and homemade delicacies from the Adamstal kitchen, as well as sweet treats ranging from cinnamon rolls to crêpes. Children can look forward to a carousel, a Christmas movie theater, and pony rides. Bread on a stick is toasted over a crackling campfire.

Hours: November
25 through DAdamstal estate (opens in a new tab) has a particularly cozy atmosphere. In the festively decorated huts, you’ll find mulled wine, grilled game specialties from the estate’s own hunting grounds, soups, and homemade delicacies from the Adamstal kitchen, as well as sweet treats ranging from cinnamon rolls to crêpes. Children can look forward to a carousel, a Christmas movie theater, and pony rides. Bread on a stick is toasted over a crackling campfire.

Hours: November
25 through December 20 (except December 2 and 11)
Wednesday through Friday starting at 3 p
.m.; Saturday and Sunday starting at 12 p.m.

From December 3 to 30, Baron Knyphausen (opens in a new tab) will once again be filled with wintery holiday cheer: For the sixth time, the Draiser Wintervergnügen invites you to come together and enjoy the most wonderful time of the year. Look forward to a 100-square-meter ice rink where you can skate for free, as well as a curling rink for fun-filled hours with family and friends.

Of course, there’s no shortage of culinary delights either: Just like last year, homemade winemaker’s mulled wine and all sorts of treats await you. In addition to winter classics like sausages and soup, the menu also features the popular Amazing Fries and freshly baked waffles. If you’d like to relax afterward, you’re warmly welcome at 1818 – Gutsrestaurant & Weinbar. 

Hours:
December 3–20, Thursdays through Sundays;
Thursdays and Fridays starting at 4 p.m.
; Saturdays starting at 3 p.m., Sundays from 2 p.m. – each day until approximately 9 p.m.
Closed
December 24, 25, and 26; December 27–30, daily from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m.