When does Castle in Candlelight take place?

The evening tour takes place on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at 18:25.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is the castle ticket office in the Prince Pückler Museum Park and Castle Branitz, Robinienweg 5, 03042 Cottbus.

How much is the admission fee?

The regular admission price is 15 euros per person. A reduced ticket costs 10 euros.

Which areas will be visited?

The tour includes the historic kitchen, salons, library, the Green Hall, and the dining room with the festive table.

How long does the evening tour last?

The tour is scheduled for about one hour and is expected to end around 19:25.

Is the event an indoor tour?

Yes, the tour takes place mainly in the historic interiors of Branitz Castle.

Branitz Castle in Candlelight: Discover Cottbus' History Anew

Name: Castle in Candlelight
Start: 2026-10-08T18:25:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-08T19:25:00+02:00
Location: Fürst Pückler Museum Park & Schloss Branitz

Discover Branitz Castle in the warm glow of candles

As the sun sets over Branitz, a special discovery experience begins on October 8, 2026, in the Prince Pückler Museum Park & Castle Branitz. The evening tour Castle in Candlelight allows visitors to experience historic rooms in an atmospheric setting and connects local history with impressive insights into court life of past eras.

From historic kitchen life to festive halls

The tour starts at the castle ticket office and leads into the historic kitchen. There, it is vividly demonstrated how the castle prepared for dinner in the past and what activity took place behind the scenes of a princely table. The contrast between the bustling kitchen operations of the past and today’s tranquility makes local history immediately tangible.

Salons, Library, and the Magic of Twilight

Subsequently, salons and the library open as atmospheric stations of the city tour. The dim light directs attention to architecture, spatial effects, and the cultural traces of the house. Between historic interiors and silent stories, a special atmosphere is created that shows Branitz Castle from an unusual perspective.

Highlights in the Green Hall and Dining Room

A highlight of the visit awaits guests in the Green Hall and at the festive table in the dining room. Here, the courtly dining culture of Prince and Princess Pückler comes alive. Numerous anecdotes about evening life by candlelight deepen the understanding of the castle's cultural heritage and make the tour a cultural enrichment for history enthusiasts and visitors to Cottbus.

An atmospheric evening for explorers

The evening tour combines historic locations, sensory impressions, and expert mediation. The candlelight changes the perception of the rooms, while the guide’s stories sharpen the view of everyday history, representation, and castle culture. Thus, an intense discovery experience is created in the heart of Branitz Park.

Conclusion

Castle in Candlelight promises an atmospheric city tour through the kitchen, salons, library, and festive rooms of Branitz Castle. Those who want to experience Cottbus and its cultural heritage from a special perspective will encounter history to touch and an atmospheric evening in candlelight. Secure your participation in this extraordinary castle tour now.