Winter magic

Enjoy the special winter flair in the most beautiful palaces, castles and gardens in Saxony! Exciting experiences await you here, even in the cold season. With or without snow - our beautiful palaces and castles are always worth a visit. During the Saxon winter holidays, costume tours, fairy tale readings, craft activities and torchlight expeditions are guaranteed to keep boredom at bay.

Come to Schlösserland and discover the special winter magic!

Open throughout winter

These palaces,castles and gardens are open for you even during the cold season. While some places go into hibernation, you can experience true winter magic here!

Places open in winter

Winter highlights in Schloesserland Sachsen

Cinderella is back!

The time has finally come: Cinderella is returning to Moritzburg Castle! From 20. November 2026, Moritzburg Castle near Dresden will once again be transformed into the magical setting of the beloved fairytale classic. Discover all the news about the winter exhibition and secure your online time slot ticket. 

Everything about the winter exhibition

Markets, lights and fairs for the whole family

When the lights twinkle, the scent of mulled wine fills the air and historic buildings shine in their winter splendour, the most wonderful time of the year begins. Find the most beautiful winter markets and festivals here for your winter outing.

See all winter markets

More Winter Magic Highlights

Discover more offers in Schlösserland for your very own special winter experience!

Fairy tales and more

For Families & Children

Guided tours and activities

For the Curious

Winter culinary delights

For Gourmets

Join in activities

For the Creative

Current exhibitions

For Museum Lovers

Offers during the evening hours

For Night Owls

All “Winter Magic” events at our palaces, castles, and gardens are listed in our online calendar

Gift a kigndom
The key to all castles

Treat your loved ones to unique experiences in Schloesserland Sachsen! With the schloesserlandCARD, enjoy free admission to Saxony’s most beautiful palaces, castles and gardens for 10 days or 1 year.

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