Altenberg

The wintry Weißeritz Valley invites you to a cozy stroll on the 1st Advent.

The Bärenstein Tourism and Heritage Association e.V., with its usual fantastic support from local clubs and volunteers, will provide food and drink as well as all kinds of surprises for young and old alike. Santa Claus has announced that he will be coming. There will once again be plenty to discover at the town hall - come along!

Highlight of the year: The crowning of the 10th Cookie King “Back to the Roots” – we are on the hunt for the classic Christmas biscuit. Requirements: Christmas cookies | 12 cookies | one variety per participant | ingredients freely selectable | decoration is possible Submission, including contact details and recipe, by 07/12/2026 at the Altenberg Tourist Information. So that the expert jury can enjoy and judge impartially, all cookies will be tasted anonymously. The main focus is on taste. But creativity, degree of difficulty and how well the baked goods fit the category “Classic Christmas Biscuits” also factor into the evaluation. All participants and the winner will be honored with a prize at the Altenberg Christmas Market on the third Advent Saturday, 12/12/2026. The jury wildcard for the 10th anniversary! Do you love cookies? Do you have a good sense for flavor? And have you always wanted to decide on the best Christmas baked goods together with a pastry chef, mayor, Santa Claus & co.? Then apply! Tell us why you, of all people, deserve this special jury seat and why you absolutely want to take part in the tasting. Send your application with your name and contact details to info@altenberg-urlaub.de or submit it directly to the Altenberg Tourist Information by no later than 15/11/2026. Everything compact for download -> [here.](https://www.altenberg.de/r/621807550?page=media%2Fdownload)

- with homemade mulled wine, children's punch and bratwurst - creative corner for crafts for young and old - sales stalls with regional products - Ina Schirmer provides Christmas entertainment