Advent in the Thurgau

Christmas

Advent in the Thurgau

With the Advent season at the “ Thurgau ,” a special magic descends upon Lake Constance: Lights adorn the alleys, Christmas markets invite you to stroll, and the aroma of delicious specialties wafts from the cheese chalets. A bag of hot chestnuts warms your hands as you take a walk through the crisp air. And for those seeking peace and quiet during the pre-Christmas season, the wagon sauna or a wellness retreat offers a cozy place to unwind.

"Cheese Delights" & Mountain Hut Magic

Advent experiences

Winter Swimming

Wellness Getaway

Christmas delights

When the winter season shines and the first lights come on, Christmas is not far away. In Thurgau , atmospheric locations for festive Christmas dinners, enchanting Advent markets and numerous ideas for special Christmas gifts await.

Christmas Markets

Christmas

Gift Ideas

Christmas dinner in Thurgau

A set table in the chalet

Winter hiking in Thurgau

Fresh winter air, quiet forests, and sweeping views: Discover a variety of hiking trails in the Thurgau, take a break from the hustle and bustle of Advent, and enjoy the pre-Christmas season with a cozy stop for refreshments.

Discover Winter Hikes

Out of the fog soup

For those of you who don't like the fog soup despite the spice: Yes, you can escape it in Thurgau - just climb a little higher and you'll enjoy a perfect view.

Escape the fog soup

When light art, sound, and fine dining come together, every course becomes an experience. LUMARIS in Altnau invites you to an evening full of indulgence and surprising sensory experiences.

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Discover Pre-Christmas Events

Thurgau , offers a variety of events and special occasions during the Advent season.

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Dec.

KreuzlingenSunday, Dec. 6, 261:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.

Dörfli Commercial District 2026

Dörfli Commercial District 2026

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Dec.

ErmatingenSunday, Dec. 6, 263:30 p.m.–9:00 p.m.

Advent Fondue Get-Together on Lake Constance

An atmospheric Advent cruise with a fondue party took place on Lake Constance.

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Dec.

SalensteinDec. 6–20, 2610:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Advent Spirit at Arenenberg

On the three Advent Sundays in December, a festive program with Advent brunch, wine tasting, museum tours and music awaits young and old alike.

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Dec.

FrauenfeldDec. 9, 2026 – Jan. 2, 20272:00 PM

Frauenfeld Christmas Circus

The Frauenfeld Christmas Circus is now a permanent fixture in the Frauenfeld pre-Christmas season.

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Dec.

Bürglen, TGThursday, December 10, 267:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m.

Christmas Pub Quiz

Holiday trivia, tricky questions, and wonderfully ugly sweaters: At the Christmas pub quiz, teams compete against each other in their ugly sweaters!

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Dec.

WeinfeldenFriday, December 11, 20268:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m.

A Wild Christmas

A Wild Christmas—An Extremely Entertaining Advent Show