St Martin’s Day

With horse, rider and music

On St Martin’s Day, St Martin rides into the museum village on his horse.
© Stiftung Stadtmuseum Berlin | Photo: Fiona Hirschmann
Look forward to a festive procession by lantern light!
© Stiftung Stadtmuseum Berlin | Photo: Timo Reubel

By the light of the lanterns, we’ll roam through the pre-winter open-air museum with you.

Prices
Regular: 8 euros
Reduced: free of charge
Children: under 18s free of charge
Next event
Duration
1h

As dusk falls, young and old gather in the village square. Together, they listen to the story of Saint Martin and the beggar. Afterwards, the lantern procession winds its way through woods and meadows, past gardens and recreated medieval houses. As tradition dictates, Saint Martin rides at the head of the procession.
 
The fairy-tale witch Silberzweig accompanies the proceedings with stories in German. The band ‘Wolgemut’ provides the music, and everyone is invited to sing along.

Important

Please bring your own lanterns!

Processions: 4.30 pm and 6.00 pm
Doors open: 1 hour before the start of each procession

Tickets

Available in advance only: via our ticket shop and at the ticket offices at the Museumsdorf Düppel, the Ephraim-Palais, the Nikolaikirche and the Knoblauchhaus.

Please note that photographs will be taken during the event. By taking part, you agree that photos and video recordings of the event may be used for the Berlin Museum’s press and public relations work.

Fancy a trip back to the Middle Ages? The open-air museum in Steglitz-Zehlendorf offers a glimpse into life back then. Here, you can find out how people worked, lived and shaped their landscape. A great day out for adults and children alike!

Location
Museumsdorf Düppel
Clauertstraße 11 
14163 Berlin

Opening Hours
14 March – 1 November 2026
Sat + Sun | 10 am – 6 pm
during the holidays daily except Wed (please note special opening hours), bookable offers for day-care centres, school classes and groups possible all year round.

Special Opening Hours
see Info & Service

Admission
6 Euros / free admission (under 18 years or with reduction)

Information about Accessibility

Dates

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By the light of the lanterns, we’ll roam through the pre-winter open-air museum with you.

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By the light of the lanterns, we’ll roam through the pre-winter open-air museum with you.

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By the light of the lanterns, we’ll roam through the pre-winter open-air museum with you.

St Martin’s Day

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By the light of the lanterns, we’ll roam through the pre-winter open-air museum with you.