When does the tour take place?

The tour starts on November 21, 2026, at 11:15 am at the New Palace in Potsdam.

What is the admission fee?

Regular tickets cost 16 euros, reduced 14 euros.

Is the event accessible?

According to SPSG, the offering is wheelchair accessible or conditionally wheelchair accessible for related formats. For individual questions, it is advisable to contact visitor information.

Where is the event location?

The tour takes place at the New Palace, Am Neuen Palais, 14469 Potsdam.

What is the best way to get there?

The recommended arrival methods are by public transport via Potsdam Park Sanssouci as well as bus line 605 to the Neues Palais stop. Paid parking facilities are available in the vicinity by car.

Is the event suitable for groups?

Yes, the Imperial Christmas tour is bookable for groups during the Advent season.

Imperial Christmas at the New Palace: When Prussia's Splendor Meets Winter Festivity

Name: New Palace: Imperial Christmas
Start: 2026-11-21T12:15:00+01:00
End: 2026-11-21T13:15:00+01:00
Location: Neues Palais

Imperial Christmas at the New Palace: A Tour with Winter Sparkle and Court History

When the New Palace in Potsdam invites for a Christmas tour, baroque splendor meets narrated family history. On Saturday, November 21, 2026, the tour leads into the world of Wilhelm II, where the Advent season was once filled with candlelight, festive tables, and imperial gifts. The tour is wheelchair accessible according to SPSG and starts at 11:15 am. ([potsdamtourismus.de](https://www.potsdamtourismus.de/event/neues-palais-kaiserliche-weihnachten-1))

A Tour through Rooms, Rituals, and Royal Christmas Culture

Central to this is the imperial use of the house: Visitors will learn about the functions of the rooms during the Advent season, what delicacies were on the Christmas dinner table, and what gifts the imperial couple and their seven children received. The atmosphere in the grotto hall and the palace rooms combines historical ambiance with a special event experience that noticeably captures the audience's mood. ([potsdamtourismus.de](https://www.potsdamtourismus.de/event/neues-palais-kaiserliche-weihnachten-1))

The New Palace as a Stage for Prussian Representation

The New Palace is among the most significant castle complexes in Potsdam and is closely linked to the history of the Hohenzollerns. For this Christmas tour, that cultural framework becomes lively: ceremonial architecture, artistic furnishings, and a clear view of courtly life. The Prussian Palaces and Gardens Foundation Berlin-Brandenburg manages the ensemble and utilizes it for a dense cultural program with tours and special formats. ([spsg.de](https://www.spsg.de/stiftung/organisation/?utm_source=openai))

Arrival, Location, and Visitor Comfort

The venue is the New Palace at Am Neuen Palais in 14469 Potsdam. For arrival, SPSG mentions the Potsdam Park Sanssouci station and bus line 605 to the Neues Palais stop as practical options. There are managed parking facilities around the premises; the city of Potsdam also points out paid parking spaces at the New Palace. ([potsdamtourismus.de](https://www.potsdamtourismus.de/event/neues-palais-kaiserliche-weihnachten-1))

What Makes This Christmas Tour Special

“Imperial Christmas” combines cultural transmission, historical context, and an atmospheric tour through one of the most impressive places in Brandenburg. Those interested in Christmas customs, palace history, and the life of Emperor Wilhelm II will experience a compact, high-quality event format with a strong regional connection and clear added value for history and culture enthusiasts. ([potsdamtourismus.de](https://www.potsdamtourismus.de/event/neues-palais-kaiserliche-weihnachten-1))

Conclusion: This tour makes the New Palace a particularly atmospheric destination during the pre-Christmas season. Anyone who wants to not only read Potsdam's history but experience it with all senses should take this date live. ([potsdamtourismus.de](https://www.potsdamtourismus.de/event/neues-palais-kaiserliche-weihnachten-1))