Christmas Garden Koblenz
Visitors take an evening stroll along an illuminated circular path across the historic Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, transformed into a sparkling winter wonderland. The experience features millions of points of light, impressive light installations, and atmospheric music. Along the trail, catering huts provide options for mulled wine, savory snacks, and sweet treats.
What to Expect
Festive illuminated circular walk across the historic Ehrenbreitstein Fortress.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
Christmas Garden Deutschland GmbH
Food & Drink
Gastro huts along the route serve mulled wine, hearty snacks and sweet treats.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and couples seeking a festive light walk
Vibe
Magical and festive
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Familientage: promotional price from €39.95. A combination ticket is available for Christmas Garden admission plus return travel on the Koblenz cable car; no price is stated for it. – Get tickets
- Hours: Opens at nightfall; no clock time is stated.
Tips & Advice
- Book online as early as you can, since advance online tickets are the cheapest and the price advantage grows the earlier you buy.
- Get the combination ticket with the Koblenz cable car to ride up to the fortress and see the city lights on the way.
- Arrive within the half-hour entry window printed on your ticket, because entry is capped every 30 minutes.
- Families should aim for one of the five family days, when tickets sell at a special promotional price.
- Dress warmly for an evening walk outdoors, since the whole route winds through the open grounds of Festung Ehrenbreitstein.
Special Events & Promotions
- Family days at a promotional price on November 25, December 2, 9 and 16, and January 6
- Combination ticket with Christmas Garden entry and a return trip on the Koblenz cable car
- Ticket + Hotel package
- Christmas party bookings for groups
- New this year: a redesigned circular route
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the entry time on my ticket work?
Your ticket shows a half-hour entry window, and you need to pass the entrance within it. After that you can stay as long as you like.
What food and drink is there?
Catering huts along the circular route serve mulled wine, savory snacks and sweet treats. The route guide shows where they are.
How do I get up to the fortress?
Take the cable car from the valley station in the Rheinanlagen (Konrad-Adenauer-Ufer), or use the fortress lift in front of the Sauerwassertor. By bus, lines 1 and 11 stop at 'Deutsches Eck/Seilbahn', where you can pick up the cable car.
What's new this year?
The circular route through Festung Ehrenbreitstein has been redesigned with new light art.
Is there a good day for families?
Family days at a special promotional price run on November 25, December 2, 9 and 16, and January 6.
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