Graefenthal Monastery

Monastery Graefenthal is located just across the border in Goch, Germany.

Monastery Graefenthal is located just across the border in Goch, Germany. What was once the center of 13th-century Gelre is now a lively and special event location with a historic atmosphere. Let your private or business event also make history here!

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There are also many public events this year:

-Christmas market: Dec. 7, 8, 9 & 10

-Advent Concert December 15

-New Year's Eve Party: Dec. 31

The monastery café is open every day from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. with homemade cakes and a lunch menu of fresh dishes.

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Christmas Experience Monastery Graefenthal  

On December 7, 8, 9 and 10, 2023, we cordially invite you to the annual historic and traditional Christmas Market at Monastery Graefenthal. Immerse yourself once again in an atmospheric, fairy-tale Christmas world. Enjoy delicious food, musicians and the various stalls inside and outside. For the children there is a carousel and sled dog rides. Corporate packages are also available!  

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Events 2024:  

- Medieval Easter Market: April 30 - 1

- German Dance Festival: April 30

- ComicCon 'Angels, Demons & Doctors': May 5

- Beer Festival: May 9 - 11

- Asparagus Dinner: May 12

- Brocante Market: May 18 - 19

- Choir Event: June 9

- Memento Music Festival: July 4 - 8

- Tapas Evening: Aug. 2

- Unimog Event: Aug. 9 - 11

- Wine festival: August 16 - 18

- Grill party and BBQ: September 8

- Medieval market: Sept. 14 - 15

- ComicCon 'Wizards & Beasts': Sept. 28 & 29

- Oktoberfest: Oct. 18 & 19

- Halloween Festival: Oct. 31 & Nov. 2

- Christmas market: Dec. 5 - 8 - Christmas concert: Dec. 15

- New Year's Eve Party: Dec. 31

However, the monastery café is open on any day from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. with delicious cakes and a lunch menu of fresh dishes. For dates and more information see our website.