With autumn, pumpkin season kicks off in Germany—and these colorful plants are much more than just vegetables. Whether as soup or decoration, pumpkins are an essential part of the fall season. Across the country, farms, markets, and exhibitions are opening to celebrate these round pumpkins. TRAVELBOOK shows where to find the most beautiful pumpkin farms and festivals.

Pumpkin season in Germany lasts from September to November, peaking in October. Because these colorful plants are not only tasty but also visually appealing, there are numerous farms across the country perfect for a fall outing.

The Most Beautiful Pumpkin Farms and Festivals in GermanySpargelhof Klaistow (Brandenburg)

Many Berliners are already familiar with it: the Spargelhof Klaistow. Located about 50 kilometers southwest of the capital, in the Beelitz district of Klaistow, everything revolves around pumpkins in the fall. From September 6 to November 9, more than 100,000 pumpkins in all shapes and colors can be seen there. In addition to the large pumpkin market, there is the largest pumpkin exhibition in Berlin-Brandenburg in 2025 with the theme “Power Women,” where impressive sculptures made of pumpkins can be admired.

Admission to the pumpkin exhibition at Spargelhof Klaistow costs 4 euros during the week and 5 euros on weekends. The largest pumpkin exhibition in Berlin-Brandenburg in 2025 with the theme “Power Women” features impressive sculptures made of pumpkins.

Erlebnisbauernhof Gertrudenhof (North Rhine-Westphalia)

The Erlebnisbauernhof Gertrudenhof in Hürth, on the southwestern outskirts of Cologne, offers a 25,000-square-meter pumpkin park from August 30 to November 9. The park includes an exhibition, a pumpkin pyramid, and activities for children such as bouncy castles and trampolines. The farm also features a farm shop and a petting zoo.

Admission to the pumpkin park at Erlebnisbauernhof Gertrudenhof is 9 euros for the whole day (10 a.m. to 7 p.m., weekday promotional price). Those arriving in the afternoon can purchase a Late Ticket for 7.90 euros (4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.). Children under 3 years, birthday children, and persons with disabilities, as well as registered companions, pay 7.90 euros.

Hartenauer Hof (Hesse)

Another pumpkin experience is offered by the Hartenauer Hof in Biebertal, Hesse. From September 14 to October 12, the pumpkin café serves autumnal specialties centered around pumpkins from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the farm, which also grows pumpkins alongside other crops.

Oskarshausen (Saxony)

The Oskarshausen amusement park in Freital near Dresden transforms into “Kürbishausen” from September 3 to November 16. Under the motto “Only Flying is Better,” there are various XXL sculptures made from over 50,000 pumpkins. The farm also features a pumpkin pyramid, and separate tickets are required for the exhibitions and the world of illusions. Children aged 2 to 10 pay 7.90 euros online, adults 10.90 euros, and seniors 9.90 euros. Persons with disabilities and registered companions also pay 7.90 euros.

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Pumpkin Festival Schloss & Park Lichtenwalde (Saxony)

From September 14 to October 12, the Schloss & Park Lichtenwalde hosts the Pumpkin Festival. This year’s theme, “Circus Worlds,” features various pumpkin sculptures in the castle park. Admission to the festival costs 10 euros on Mondays, 15 euros on weekdays from Tuesday to Thursday, and 16 euros on weekends. Discounted tickets range from 7 to 14 euros, and children under six years have free entry.

Pumpkin Worlds Schloss Kaltenberg (Bavaria)

At Schloss Kaltenberg in the Upper Bavarian district of Landsberg, the Pumpkin Worlds event takes place. From August 30 to November 9, the grounds are transformed with various pumpkin sculptures, including those resembling clowns, acrobats, and other circus characters, in line with this year’s theme “Circus Worlds.” Special events like pumpkin carving and circus acts are also part of the festival. Admission to the Pumpkin Festival at Schloss and Park Lichtenwalde costs 10 euros on Mondays, 15 euros on weekdays from Tuesday to Thursday, and 16 euros on weekends. Discounted tickets range from 7 to 14 euros, and children under six years have free entry.

Pumpkin Worlds Schloss Kaltenberg (Bavaria)

At Schloss Kaltenberg in the Upper Bavarian district of Landsberg, you can experience the “Pumpkin Worlds” from August 30 to November 2. The castle park features various pumpkin sculptures inspired by circus worlds, including clowns, acrobats, and other circus performers. Special events like pumpkin carving and circus acts also await visitors at the Pumpkin Festival in Lichtenwalde.

Admission to the Pumpkin Festival at Schloss and Park Lichtenwalde is 10 euros on Mondays, 15 euros on weekdays from Tuesday to Thursday, and 16 euros on weekends. Discounted tickets range from 7 to 14 euros, and children under six years have free entry.

Pumpkin Worlds Schloss Kaltenberg (Bavaria)

At Schloss Kaltenberg in the Upper Bavarian district of Landsberg, various pumpkin sculptures are on display, including those resembling clowns, acrobats, and other circus performers, as part of the “Circus Worlds” theme. Special events such as pumpkin carving and circus acts also await visitors at the Pumpkin Festival in Lichtenwalde.

Admission to the Pumpkin Festival at Schloss and Park Lichtenwalde is 10 euros on Mondays, 15 euros on weekdays from Tuesday to Thursday, and 16 euros on weekends. Discounted tickets range from 7 to 14 euros, and children under six years have free entry.

Pumpkin Worlds Schloss Kaltenberg (Bavaria)

At Schloss Kaltenberg in the Upper Bavarian district of Landsberg, the “Pumpkin Worlds” event takes place. The event features various pumpkin sculptures, an exhibition, and a pumpkin pyramid. On Fridays, admission to the Pumpkin Worlds at Schloss Kaltenberg is 10 euros, and on weekends, it is 16 euros. Youth tickets are available for 7 to 14 euros, and children under six years have free entry.

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