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Look for the princess in Kasteel Hernen during the Christmas holidays, with a tour by talking lantern and warm chocolate milk. Open 13:00–16:00 on several days in December 2026.
What to expect
With a talking lantern you walk through the dimly lit castle and discover on the attic what happened to the large residential tower.
- Knight and princess tasks lead to the princess
- The princess has a surprise for you
- Sometimes winter stories in the tower room
- Warm chocolate milk is available
Dates
Questions
When does In search of the princess in the winter castle start and end?
In search of the princess in the winter castle runs Sunday, 20 December 2026, 13:00 until 16:00.
Where is In search of the princess in the winter castle?
In search of the princess in the winter castle takes place at Kasteel Hernen, Dorpsstraat 40, Hernen.
How much are tickets for In search of the princess in the winter castle?
Tickets for In search of the princess in the winter castle cost from €6.75 on the official ticket shop.
Can I get something to drink?
Yes.
In 't Keldertje during castle opening hours: coffee, tea, warm chocolate milk, treats and juices.
Restaurant De Leurse Hof in Leur serves lunch, drinks and dinner, 3 car, 10 bike or 30 walk minutes away.
Are the winter stories told every day?
No. You can listen to winter stories in the tower room on some days; the dates follow later.
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Getting there
Kasteel Hernen, Dorpsstraat 40, 6616 AH Hernen, Gelderland, NL
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