Schlettau

"Christmas in the courtyards" invites you to the festively decorated historic old town of Schlettau. In addition to numerous stalls on the market square, picturesque courtyards, the castle, the castle stables, the carver's home and the church create a unique atmosphere. Over 30 traders and clubs offer a mixture of Christmas delicacies, handicrafts and regional art. A varied program with Erzgebirge traditions will delight young and old alike. Friday 18:00 hrs Pushing of the pyramid by the members of the carving association. Framing with the Bergknappschaft Schlettau and the St. Ulrich trombone choir. Followed by a torchlight and lantern procession through Schlettau Saturday 14:00 Opening of the Christmas market with stollen cutting 14:30 Christmas program of the kindergarten and elementary school Schlettau 15:00 Santa Claus with his elves 16:00 Tradition meets blues - Erzgebirge songs reinterpreted with Anni 17:00 Christmas magic with Mali to sing along 14:00 - 18:00 Live broadcast with André Hardt and Radio Erzgebirge Sunday 14:00 Presentation of the Schlettau Miners' Association and small miners' parade 15:30 Tradition meets blues - Erzgebirge songs reinterpreted with Anni 16:30 h Male choral society Zschopautal 14:00 - 18:00 Moderation by André Hardt and Radio Erzgebirge

Schlettau Castle invites you to the Children's Advent. A varied program is on offer with craft activities, incense candle making, fairytale performances and castle tours with Knight Hartmut. Highlights include a visit from Santa Claus and a lantern procession with a night watchman. Food and drink are provided.

The Bergknappschaft Schlettau was first mentioned in 1504 and was brought back to life in 1999 by former miners. Its aim is to build on old traditions, maintain them and research the history of the small mining town of Schlettau.