Advent at Schloss Kittsee 2026: Info | dierupps.at

Advent in Kittsee (Neusiedl am See, Burgenland) enchants visitors with atmospheric winter traditions. A magnificent Baroque castle near the border with Bratislava. An atmospheric village of huts in the courtyard, an arts and crafts exhibition in the state rooms, brass music from the tower, a visit from St Nicholas and a Perchten run ("hellish spectacle"). Anyone in the Carnuntum region and northern Burgenland looking for authentic pre-Christmas cheer will find the Advent at Kittsee Castle to be the perfect meeting place. The festive lighting and the scent of cinnamon, cloves and freshly baked pastries create the unique charm of this market. Whether handcrafted regional gifts, musical ensembles or convivial get-togethers at the punch stalls – Advent at Kittsee Castle reflects the warmth and tradition of the region. A historic castle backdrop like the one in Kittsee simply calls for a hot drink of first-class artisan quality. The fruit juice and cider press Die Rupps from Höflein (Lower Austria) uses exclusively Austrian quality wines for its popular Organic Red Glühwein. In addition, the new Rupps Calamansi Punch delights in 2026 as a zesty innovation: the cross between mandarin and kumquat gives this hot drink an invigorating citrus note that complements the Baroque setting to perfection.

Opening hours & dates 2026

• Event dates: 1st weekend: Saturday, 28.11.2026 to Sunday, 29.11.2026 | 2nd weekend: Saturday, 05.12.2026 to Sunday, 06.12.2026
• Opening hours: Saturday 14:00 – 21:00; Sunday 13:00 – 20:00
• Exact location: Schlosspark 1 (palace courtyard & banqueting hall), 2421 Kittsee
• Official website & detailed programme: www.kittsee.at

Atmosphere & highlights on site

Festive lights, regional handicrafts and warming hot drinks create an unforgettable pre-Christmas atmosphere.

Treat recommendation from Die Rupps: genuine vintner's punch for the festive season

A cosy visit to the market calls for a hot drink of first-class artisan quality. True to the philosophy of cellar master Gerald Rupp – "Only good wine makes good mulled wine!" – family business Die Rupps from Höflein (Lower Austria) relies exclusively on the finest base wines and natural spice extracts rather than artificial flavourings.

A Pannonian taste experience in a class of its own: the Uhudler Original Punsch delights with the unmistakable aroma of wild woodland strawberries and ripe raspberries – a truly unique regional speciality.

Note: All dates and opening hours are based on official announcements for the 2026 season. Please check www.kittsee.at before your visit.