Ceramics market at Whitsun

The ceramics market at Landshut Castle in Utzenstorf at Whitsun can establish itself.

After some initial uncertainty as to whether it would be possible to "move" the traditional ceramics market from Jegenstorf to Utzenstorf, we can happily say: Yes, the market was a complete success for everyone involved! Enthusiastic visitors raved that the park around the moated castle was even more beautiful.

The ceramists from all over Switzerland were able to sell well thanks to the large audience and inspire many new people for ceramics. The countrywomen with their coffee and cake stand could hardly keep up with the baking and the gymnasts from the Gymcenter Emme roasted countless sausages. The mostly warm weather encouraged many people to linger in this beautiful place.

The traditional ceramics market is now taking place for the second time at Whitsun around Landshut Castle in Utzenstorf.

Ceramists from all over Switzerland, both old and new, will travel to the moated castle with their latest works. They are looking forward to welcoming a curious public keen to discover the diversity of contemporary ceramics - from poetic objects and functional tableware to humorous figures and sophisticated vessels. Between the two market squares, the castle park invites you to stroll and relax, and there will once again be fine cakes, juicy sausages, crêpes and ice cream for refreshment; you can also visit the museum in the castle before plunging back into the colorful market hustle and bustle.

Thanks to the open castle administration, the friendly farmer Läng and the municipality of Utzenstorf, the event is held in high esteem by the organization team. The cooperation with local associations has also proved its worth.

The two women from Lavabo Lavabelle Biel have experience in organizing markets with their "Einfach Keramik" market series.
With a great deal of commitment and new impetus, the two ceramists Barbara Schwarzwälder and Isabelle Jakob-Müller have succeeded in securing the market with its long tradition and re-establishing the craft of ceramics as a living cultural asset. Together with their co-organizer Pierre Steiner, they are looking forward to continuing the popular event at this special location.

Ceramic craftsmanship has been experiencing a welcome renaissance in recent years. Many young people are interested in this profession, in which working with clay, glazes and various decorative techniques offers a wide range of opportunities for expression. Turning on the potter's wheel, working with plaster molds and casting techniques, modeling and firing. The ancient craft is interpreted in a modern and contemporary way.

Getting there is easy: either by train to Utzenstorf and from there a short walk to the castle or by bike to the parking lots near the castle. There are plenty of parking spaces for cars at the former paper mill at the signposted locations. There is a shuttle bus back to the castle.

Let yourself be surprised by the variety and liveliness of the ceramics.


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