Im Freien Felde 5 | 38895 Blankenburg | OT Derenburg
Glasmanufaktur Harzkristall Glasmanufaktur Harzkristall 
Our creative offers
In our creative courses you can try your hand and really conjure up a unique piece. With our glassmakers you will create a unique experience that you will not forget. Whether ashtray, paperweight or bowl with us you will find the right thing!
Currently we can only offer the production of decorative balls. Thank you for your understanding!
Highlights on the Christmas tree
In our SHOW workshop you can create a colorful decorative ball directly at the gas flame, the so-called "lamp", with the help of our glassblowers. The resulting work of art is a unique souvenir of an unforgettable visit to the glass manufactory. Also for the very young guests! The ball can be hung up later and is perfect as a highlight for the Christmas tree!
Price: 9 euros Duration: approx. 5 minutes + 20 minutes cooling time Minimum age: 5 years
The offer can be made daily also without advance reservation exclusively on site. For groups and school classes from 10 persons we ask for prior registration. Due to production processes, there may be restrictions or time delays.
Unforgettable experience
An unforgettable experience and unique souvenir! The thirst ball is made directly at the furnace in the hut. Under the guidance of a glassmaker, you will experience how difficult it is to blow the hot glass mass into a ball.
Price: 15 euros Duration: approx. 10 minutes + 30 minutes cooling time Minimum age: 6 years Due to production processes in the hut, there may be restrictions or time delays.
Making glass is not only a four thousand year old tradition, but also an experience and fascination for everyone! In our creative courses you can try your hand and create a unique piece for yourself. With our glassmakers you create a unique experience that you will not forget so quickly. Whether ashtray, paperweight or bowl with us you will find the right thing for you!
You can make your own ashtray with us under the supervision of the glassmaker. Each piece is individual and is guaranteed not to exist a second time! Not only for you, but also as a gift, this glass vessel is a real eye-catcher.
With our glassmaker you will dive into the world of glassmaking, all steps will be discussed and the colors will be chosen. A unique experience at the melting furnace!
The following colors are available: blue, colored, yellow, green, orange, red, white
Price: 50 € Duration: 20 minutes Minimum age: 12 years The objects can be picked up after three days. We will gladly send the ashtray to your home (plus 15,95 € shipping).
Collectors watch out!
A paperweight is a small, heavy object designed to keep paper from flying off your desk. In recent decades, a real hype has arisen around handmade paperweights. With us you have the unique opportunity to make your own individual Paperweight.
With our glassmaker you will be immersed in the world of glassmaking, all steps will be discussed and the colors will be chosen. A unique and unforgettable experience at the furnace!
The following colors are available: blue, multicolored, yellow, green, orange, red, white
Price: 50 € Duration: 20 minutes Minimum age: 12 years The objects can be picked up after three days. We will gladly send the paperweight to your home (plus 15,95 € shipping).
The following colors are available: blue, multicolored, yellow, green, orange, red, white
handmade
Imagine that a pretty colorful bowl on the living room table reminds you of a visit to the glass manufacturer Harzkristall. Why? Quite simply, you have made this bowl yourself. Who can say that? And the best part is that no one will have exactly the same bowl. It's one of a kind!
With our glassmaker you will be immersed in the world of glassmaking, all the steps discussed and the colors chosen. A unique experience at the melting furnace!
The following colors are available: blue, colored, yellow, green, orange, red, white
Price: 50 € Duration: 20 minutes Minimum age: 12 years The objects can be picked up after three days. We will gladly send the bowl to your home (plus 15,95 € shipping).
Laymen, handicraft enthusiast or artistically talented
Anyone who is looking for adventure
Individuals who want to have a unique experience
Small groups, companies or families
All creative offers take place in our hut in the heart of the Harzkristall glass manufactory in Derenburg. Let us enchant you.
for 1-2 persons
In our smelter you will practice at the furnace and work with molten glass. We will give you expert instructions and assist you while you form and blow beautiful unique glass pieces yourself.
Course fee:
for 4 to max. 6 persons
In our smelter you will practice at the furnace and work with molten glass. We will give you expert instruction and assist you while you blow and shape your own drinking cup.
Course fee:
Loose fitting, airy and comfortable cotton clothing, no synthetics.
Tops: T-shirts, long pants, closed-toe shoes and sunglasses.
The course is not recommended for people who are sensitive to heat or suffer from circulatory problems.
Non-professionals, those who are enthusiastic about handicrafts or artistically talented.
Anyone who is looking for adventure
Individuals who want to have a unique experience
Small groups, companies or families
All courses take place in our glassworks at the Harzkristall glass manufactory in Derenburg.
For artists & designers
The Harzkristall glassworks offers business customers, art schools, artists and designers the possibility of renting a space in order to realize their projects. When renting our glassworks, a Falorni furnace (gas) and an electric furnace are available. Clear glass is melted, which can also be combined with the numerous colored glasses of the Farbglashuette Reichenbach. Experienced glassmakers will help you with the realization of your designs if necessary. In addition to the traditional mouth blowing process, our employees are also proficient in glass casting. Furthermore, a Fusing furnace is at your disposal if required.