About

Slot Loevestein opens its gates for special winter evenings during the Christmas holidays, with lights along the ramparts, fires, live music and activities for children.

What to expect

The castle is lit up and thousands of lights twinkle along the ramparts, with fires burning outside and live music.

  • Walk the soldiers' street with hot chocolate or glühwein
  • Explore the castle and hear stories about Loevestein
  • Children make their own lantern
  • Children go on a historic fox hunt through the fortress

Questions

When does Warm Winter Evenings start and end?

Warm Winter Evenings runs Monday, 28 December 2026.

Where is Warm Winter Evenings?

Warm Winter Evenings takes place at Slot Loevestein, Loevestein 1, Poederoijen.

How do I book?

Tickets are sold via the Slot Loevestein ticket page: **tickets.slotloevestein.nl

What is there for children?

Children can make their own lantern and go on a historic fox hunt through the fortress.

Are passes valid?

The description says the Museumkaart, Vriendenloterij VIP-pas, ICOM-pas, Vestingpas, Leenheren- and leenvrouwenpas and free tickets are valid.

What can I drink there?

The description mentions warm chocolate milk or glühwein in the soldiers' street.

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Getting there

Slot Loevestein, Loevestein 1, 5307 TG Poederoijen, Gelderland, NL

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