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Fluweelengrot Christmas Market (Valkenburg)
Underground Christmas market in the passages of the Fluweelengrot beneath Valkenburg castle ruins, with timed tickets.
opens Fri 13 November, 11:00
Gemeentegrot Christmas Market (Valkenburg)
Gemeentegrot · Valkenburg, NetherlandsSeason13 November – 30 December 2026
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EntryOnline: adults (12+) EUR 9.30 Mon–Thu, EUR 11.30 Fri–Sun; children 5–11 from EUR 6.30; ages 0–4 free (free ticket required). EUR 1 more at the door. EUR 0.50 service fee per order.
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At the foot of the Cauberg, the Gemeentegrot hosts one of Valkenburg's two famous underground Christmas markets. A one-way route leads through wide, lit passages lined with stalls selling decorations, gifts and treats. It is cool and dry whatever the weather outside. Your ticket gives a half-hour entry slot: weekends sell out fast, weekdays are much quieter. Dogs are not allowed, not even in a bag or pushchair.
Opening hours
Entrance closes 45 minutes before closing time. Entry by half-hour time slot.
| Monday | 11:00–19:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:00–19:00 |
| Wednesday | 11:00–19:00 |
| Thursday | 11:00–19:00 |
| Friday | 11:00–19:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00–19:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00–19:00 |
- Thu 24 December — 11:00–18:00. Christmas Eve: closes at 6 pm.
- Fri 25 December — closed
- Sat 26 December — 11:00–18:00. Boxing Day: 11 am to 6 pm.
- Wed 30 December — 11:00–18:00. Last day: closes at 6 pm.
Parking
- Parkeerterrein Cauberg / Centrum (West)
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