An enchanting evening stroll through the illuminated castle grounds.
A brand-new story every year. Stunning video mapping on the largest castle in the Netherlands. A symphonic soundtrack. And a winter evening you won’t soon forget.
More than 80,000 visitors discovered the magic.
Since 2022, The Luminous Nights has been wowing audiences year after year—with a brand-new story, new scenes, and a new soundtrack. This winter, we’re writing the next chapter.
Practical Information
The event will take place from December 4, 2026, through January 3, 2027
Adults €24.50including service charges
Reduced rate: €19.50including service fees (Children ages 4 and up, disability card holders, and up to one accompanying adult. An accompanying adult also needs a ticket)
Free (Children up to 3 years old)
Address: 5 Parkweg, 3455 RH Haarzuilens Upon arrival, follow the signs and the directions of the traffic controllers.
Please note: The parking lot is not accessible via Kasteellaan. Follow only the marked route.
Parking is prohibited in the immediate vicinity, and this rule is strictly enforced.
Advance parking ticket: €13. Add this to your order.
On-site parking ticket: €14.
The walk is about 2.2 kilometers and lasts between 60 and 90 minutes
Lumineuze Nachten at a special discount with NS. For the first time ever: train + shuttle + admission in one ticket.
Benefits: Discounted rate - No reservation required - 360 extra early-bird tickets available every night - Free shuttle between Vleuten and the castle - Easy round-trip travel from anywhere in the Netherlands
Address: Kasteellaan 1, 3455 RH Haarzuilens. Please follow the signage once you are in the neighborhood.
There is free, unguarded bicycle parking at the entrance.
"Date night to The Luminous Nights of the Hair. It was incredibly cozy, fairy-tale like! This is highly recommended for young and old."
Pascal. A
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"Wauwww so beautiful. We have been there tonight highly recommended!"
Willeke S.
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"Wow, you really just step into a fairy tale for your senses. So enjoyed thanks!"
Ilsa A.
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Relive " : The Luminous Nights"
Since the first edition in 2022, we’ve taken tens of thousands of visitors on an unforgettable journey filled with light, music, and wondrous stories. Every year, we unveil a new, unique story inspired by the castle’s rich history and its inhabitants. Take one last stroll through the enchanting moments of past years. Rediscover the magic and be inspired by what’s to come.