Christmas Garden Insel Mainau
Visitors embark on a circular evening stroll across the island among millions of glittering light points, creative light installations, and custom musical accompaniments. A dedicated trail guide directs guests past highlights and photo opportunities, including lighted sculptures and illuminated natural backdrops. Food and beverage huts located along the route provide mulled wine, hearty snacks, and sweet treats.
What to Expect
Illuminated walking trail with light art on Lake Constance's Mainau Island.
Event Details
Food & Drink
Gastro huts along the route serve mulled wine, hearty snacks, and sweet treats.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families, couples, and light-display photography enthusiasts
Vibe
Magical and festive
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Familientage: Aktionspreis von 39,90 €. The page also says the cheapest tickets are available only online, but gives no other ticket prices. – Get tickets
- Hours: Bei Einbruch der Dunkelheit.
- Parking: Parkmöglichkeiten auf dem Festland-Parkplatz; Parkgebühren betragen 6,00 € für Besucher:innen und 2,00 € für Inhaber:innen einer Jahreskarte. Ein ausgewiesener Wohnmobil-Stellplatz steht ebenfalls zur Verfügung.
Tips & Advice
- Book tickets online, as the cheapest tickets are available online and tickets for popular days are recommended in advance.
- Choose a Familientag if you want the advertised family offer; these take place on four dates during the season.
- Arrive within the 30-minute entry window printed on your ticket; you can remain in the garden longer after entering.
- Check ferry availability for your chosen visit before buying tickets if you plan to travel by ferry.
- Use the route guide to find the light installations and food huts along the walk.
Special Events & Promotions
- Familientage have a special price on 23 November, 30 November, 7 December and 14 December.
- The cheapest tickets are available only online.
- The event is closed on 24 and 31 December.
- The illuminated route has been redesigned for this winter.
- Post a Christmas Garden photo or video on Instagram with #ilovechristmasgarden and tag @christmasgarden_official for a chance to win a trip for two to Christmas Garden Roma or tickets for a German location.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What will I see along the walk?
The route features millions of lights, illuminated installations and music, with a guide pointing out the next display and the food huts.
Can I get food and drinks during the walk?
Gastro huts along the route offer mulled wine, hearty snacks and sweet treats.
Do I need to enter at a particular time?
Yes. Your ticket gives a 30-minute entry window, and you must pass through the entrance during that window. You can stay longer.
How can I get to the island?
Options include driving and parking on the mainland, bus, shuttle services from Unteruhldingen and Meersburg, or ferry connections. Check ferry availability before buying tickets.
Is parking available?
Parking is available in the mainland car park. There is also a designated motorhome parking area.
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