Christmas in the 19th Century

A castle, a world-famous Christmas story and festive music: On the second weekend of Advent, Cochem Castle invites you on an atmospheric journey back to Christmas in the 19th century.

Experience Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” as a moving promenade theatre performance staged throughout the historic rooms of the castle. The story is presented by the Cochem Castle team in collaboration with the Kaisersesch Theatre Association.

Alternatively, those wishing to discover Cochem Castle in the traditional way can take part in a guided castle tour. The historic rooms are especially atmospheric during Advent: festively decorated for Christmas, the castle reveals a very special charm at this time of year.

A festive pre-Christmas atmosphere also awaits you in the Rosenhof courtyard. The small market offers sweet treats, warming drinks and hearty dishes, accompanied by music from the Mühlensänger.

Another highlight awaits you in the historic cellar, where the Christmas Carol Singers of the Genovevachor Mayen fill Cochem Castle with festive Christmas music.

Performances in the historic cellar:

12 noon, 1.00 p.m., 2.00 p.m., 3.00 p.m. and 4.00 p.m.

“A Christmas Carol” is performed every hour and lasts approximately 45 minutes. The regular guided castle tours start every 15 minutes and last approximately 30 minutes.

Enjoy a special Advent day filled with stories, music and festive treats high above the Moselle at Cochem Castle. We look forward to welcoming you!

We recommend the “Charles Dickens – A Christmas Carol” experience for children aged 6 and over. Please note that children under the age of 6 who attend the experience also require a children’s ticket (valid for children up to the age of 17).