Tegel Prison’s Advent Bazaar Returns With Handmade Treasures and Festive Cheer

From glass art to pea soup, this isn’t your average holiday market. Meet the prisoners behind Berlin’s most heartfelt Advent traditions and support their craft.

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2025 November 10 . 5:00 AM

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This image is taken indoors. In the background there is a wall. At the bottom of the image there is... — This image is taken indoors. In the background there is a wall. At the bottom of the image there is a cotton and there is a woolen cloth. On the right side of the image there is a Christmas tree decorated with rope lights and decorative items. In the middle of the image there are many gift boxes and a few decorative items. At the top left of the image there is a cabin with a few decorative items and there is a cotton.

Tegel Prison’s Advent Bazaar Returns With Handmade Treasures and Festive Cheer

An annual Advent bazaar, organised by prisoners, is set to take place in front of Tegel Prison this year. The event, open to all citizens, will offer a variety of handmade items and food. The bazaar, a tradition at Tegel Prison, will feature an array of gifts, children's toys, baked goods, and Advent arrangements, all crafted by the prisoners themselves. Visitors can also expect to find unique glass designs and other creative pieces. Food and drinks will be served, with traditional pea soup, cookies, cakes, and other festive treats on offer. The event is a great opportunity for the community to come together and support the prisoners' work. The Advent bazaar in front of Tegel Prison is an annual event that brings the community together. This year's bazaar promises a variety of handmade gifts and delicious food, all made by the prisoners. The event is open to all and is a unique chance to support the prisoners' creative endeavours.