Nocturnal Enchantments in the Garden

When the magic of summer nights comes to Wesserling, the Gardens light up and the senses awaken in a park where everything becomes magical.

Nocturnal Enchantments in the Garden

Discover the Gardens of Parc de Wesserling as you've never seen them before: a magical and colourful atmosphere brought to life with enchanting soundscapes and lighting.

From adventure to adventure, set off to solve a series of exciting riddles! Enjoy an unforgettable evening exploring the illuminated Gardens of Ulysses, take a break for refreshments, and enjoy a wide range of activities.

Programme:

• 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm | Grand Game: "Telemachus' Quest"
Begin your adventure on the castle terrace, where Poseidon, the Game Master, will welcome you and explain the story and rules of the Nocturnal Quest.

Step into the shoes of Telemachus and follow in Ulysses' footsteps on a treasure hunt through the gardens. Relive the different episodes of the Odyssey, discover hidden letters, and uncover where Ulysses is hiding.

Using the self-check station (located at the former garden reception), arrange the letters in the correct order by following the chronology of the Odyssey.

• 7:15 pm, 7:45 pm, 8:15 pm, 8:45 pm and 9:15 pm – Storytelling Walk
Join Athena at the Mermaid Pool for a guided storytelling walk through the gardens. Discover the evening's activities and learn about the story of the Odyssey.

• 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm | Medea's Herbal Tea
Take a break in Circe's garden and enjoy a herbal tea prepared by the enchantress Medea, Circe's niece (Greek mountain herb infusion).

Continue your quest while you're there: one of the Grand Game's hiding places is located in Circe's garden and will be revealed by Medea during the tasting.

• 7:30 pm, 8:00 pm, 8:30 pm, 9:30 pm and 10:00 pm – Homer's Tale
Settle into Circe's garden and listen as Homer tells the story of Circe's life and her love for Ulysses. A captivating ten-minute tale presented throughout the evening.

• 7:00 pm – 10:45 pm | Activity: Red Light, Green Light!
At the lower end of the English Garden, challenge the sun god Helios to a lively game of Red Light, Green Light and enjoy a fun moment with family and friends.

• 9:30 pm and 10:15 pm – Penelope's Journey
Fire performance – by Flaming Caravane

"You probably know the story of Ulysses... but do you know Penelope's?

While he becomes a hero, she fights alone.

Trapped inside her own palace, surrounded by suitors who plunder her wealth and demand her hand in marriage, Penelope resists. Not through strength, but through intelligence.

By day she weaves. By night she unravels her work.

But behind this legendary act stands a woman. A woman who doubts, hopes, and refuses to give in in a world where women had neither a voice nor freedom.

What if Homer only told part of the story?

Discover Penelope as you've never heard her before: a heroine in the shadows, whose greatest battle is fought far from the fields of war..."

Prices

Evening only (online ticket):
Adult: €13
Child (4–17 years): €8
Child (under 4): Free

Evening only (on-site ticket):
Adult: €14
Child (4–17 years): €9
Child (under 4): Free

Day + Evening (online ticket):
Adult: €18
Child (4–17 years): €11
Child (under 4): Free

Day + Evening (on-site ticket):
Adult: €19
Child (4–17 years): €12
Child (under 4): Free

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