All winter attractions in Ingolstadt at a glance:
Christmas market
The traditional focal point of the Christmas season is the Christmas market on Theaterplatz, which has been around since 1570. Here you will find lots of festively decorated stalls with hot drinks and sweet and savory treats. The Christmas market opens on November 22.
Website: christkindlmarkt-ingolstadt.de
Opening hours:
27.11.2024 - 23.12.2024
Mon - Wed: 10:00 - 20:00
Thu - Sun: 10:00 - 21:00
Ice arena at the castle
The ice arena is located on Paradeplatz, nestled in a rustic hut village with a large alpine hut, against the picturesque backdrop of the New Palace. From November 16th, skate elegant circles on the ice or show off your curling skills!
Address: Paradeplatz
Opening hours:
14.11.2024 - 30.12.2024
Mon - Thu: 14:00 - 20:30
Fri: 14:00 - 21:30
Sat: 11:00 - 21:30
Sun & public holidays: 11:00 - 20:30
Special opening hours:
Remembrance Day, 17.11.2024: 12:00 - 20:30
Sunday of the dead, 24.11.2024: 12:00 - 20:30
NightActive, 29.11.2024: 14:00 - 22:30
Christmas Eve & Christmas Day: closed
Christmas collection
The new Ingolstadt winter collection awaits you at the Tourist Information on Rathausplatz from mid-November: stop by and browse through the colorful range with many regionally and sustainably produced items! The range includes cozy Fairtrade sweaters, unique porcelain jewelry, a tea glass and various types of tea, scented candles and much more.
Address: Moritzstraße 19
Opening hours:
Tue - Fri 10:00 - 17:00
Sat 10:00 - 14:30
Hüttengaudi
From November 16, the Almhütte on Paradeplatz offers delicious delicacies in a cozy and rustic atmosphere. From there you have the perfect view of the hustle and bustle on the ice rink.
Reservations: huettengaudiingolstadt.de
Address: Paradeplatz
Opening hours:
14.11.2024 - 30.12.2024
daily 11:00 - 23:00
Events:
30.11.2024: Live band 2unplugged
Admission: 10,00 €
07.12.2024 & 21.12.2024: DJ Gandi
Admission: 5,00 €
Winter beer garden
The winter beer garden in the Tagtraum is characterized by great attention to detail and the Swiss mountain village character. From hot water bottles and organic mulled wine to homemade cookies, raclette sandwiches and Swiss cheese fondue, there is something for everyone in our huts and ski gondolas.
Reservations: by mail to Tagtraum Ingolstadt
Address: Paradeplatz
Opening hours:
from 01.11.2024
Tue - Fri from 16:00, Sat - Sun from 14:00
Arts and crafts market
Tucked away, the arts and crafts market nestles into the historic setting at Carraraplatz. On Advent weekends, our rotating artists present masterful handicrafts. Perfect for Christmas gifts!
Address: Carrara Square
Opening hours: check here
Winter Lounge
The Winter Lounge in the arcades of the Old Town Hall offers you pure Christmas feeling. Surrounded by fir branches, cozily warm thanks to sheepskin, blankets and a mushroom heater, and served with delicious hot drinks and spicy cakes, it is a wonderful place to relax with family and friends.
Website: richters-events.com/winterlounge
Address: Old Town Hall
Opening hours:
11.11.2024 - 06.01.2025
daily from 14:00
Advent in the courtyard
The festive inner courtyard of St. Matthew's Church in Ingolstadt's city center is no longer an insider tip. Visitors can expect lovely stalls, lots of music and a wonderful Advent flair at the various events.
Website: Ingolstadt-evangelisch.de
Address: Inner courtyard of St. Matthew's Church
Event period:
30.11.2024 - 22.12.2024
Our Christkindl
Look forward to the Christkindl! Angelically in white he flutters through the city and conjures up not only children, but also adults a sparkle in the eyes. You are welcome to approach the Christkindl when you see him floating through the city center! Tip: In the pedestrian zone, at the Paradeplatz and at the Theaterplatz the chances are good to get a few nibbles from the Christkindl.
Advent tours
Let yourself be carried away into the world of nativity scenes and be inspired by the beauty of the numerous nativity scenes. The atmospheric approx. two-hour tour "Kumm, geh' ma Kripperl schaugn..." leads along the Ingolstadt Nativity Scene Trail. On selected examples you will get to know the history of development and tradition of the Christmas crib in general and especially in Ingolstadt.
Tickets: "History with pleasure in Advent"
Tickets: "Kumm, geh' ma Kripperl schaugn" (Come and see the crib)
Fairy tale path
The nostalgic fairy tale trail takes you on a journey to the land of fairy tales. Lovingly set up fairy tale huts stand in the Mauthstraße to the Paradeplatz. Will you find the wicked witch of Snow White or the frog eagerly waiting for the kiss of the beautiful princess?
Starting point: Above Viktualienmarkt
Opening hours: daily around the clock
Christmas train
Take your little ones on a mysterious journey with the enchanted Christmas train through Ingolstadt's Old Town. The enchanted train winds its way through the small streets, along Christmas decorated stalls and takes you to the numerous actions and activities during the Advent season.
Starting point: At the Viktualienmarkt
Travel times: on Advent weekends from 3 to 7 p.m., every 20 minutes
Audi Christmas concert
For the Audi Christmas Concert, the Customer Center of the Audi Forum Ingolstadt will once again be transformed into a glittering concert hall on Friday, December 13, starting at 8 pm. The guests will be the Georgian Chamber Orchestra Ingolstadt and the vocal ensemble LauschWerk, which consists mainly of active and former members of the Audi Youth Choir Academy.
Address: Customer Center
Audi Forum Ingolstadt
Opening hours:
Fri., 13.12.2024
20:00 hrs
Christmas Shopping
in Ingolstadt Village
Ingolstadt Village - So much more than just shopping Glamorous styles, original gifts and delicious treats. Welcome to our winter wonderland of glamorous styles, original gifts and festive extras.
Address:
Ingolstadt Village
Otto-Hahn-Strasse 1
85055 Ingolstadt
Opening hours:
from 31.10.204
Mon. - Sun. 10:00 - 20:00
Christmas workshop
The Tourist Information on Rathausplatz was transformed into a Christmas workshop! At 2 p.m., the Ingolstadt Christkindl dropped by and throughout the day, visitors could look forward to discounts on the new Ingolstadt winter collection, tea and toffee tastings and the chance to win great prizes in the competition. For the little ones (and adults) there were Christmas craft activities and readings from the new Weihnachtsgschicht'n book (10:30, 11:30, 13:00, 15:00).
Address: Moritzstraße 19
Event period:
Sat. 30.11., 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Audi Social Christmas Market
At the Audi Works Council's "Christmas market of good deeds", visitors were able to get to know charitable organizations from the region, support their charitable work and buy products from social workshops and facilities or products made by self-help groups or volunteers. A colorful supporting program for young and old with food, music, ice skating and fan activities by FC Ingolstadt and ERC Ingolstadt rounded off the Christmas market.
Address: Piazza of the Audi Forum Ingolstadt
Opening hours:
Wed., 27.11.2024 - Sun., 01.12.2024,
11:00 - 20:00
For direct information and advance ticket sales: +49 841 305-3030 If you have any questions about our leisure experiences, please write to us at marketing@ingolstadt.de
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