Magdeburg Light World
Visitors can take a winter stroll through illuminated streets and squares featuring nearly 1.2 million LEDs and large-scale light installations across the city centre. Highlights include building facade light projections at the Alter Markt, musical fountain illuminations at Ulrichplatz, and an illuminated tribute to Otto von Guericke's hemisphere experiment on Domplatz. Glowing photo settings include walk-in Christmas baubles, a carriage pulled by bears, and large letter installations.
What to Expect
Nearly 1.2 million LEDs illuminate Magdeburg's city centre.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
City Center
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Werbeagentur buff.rocks GmbH Magdeburg
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and visitors who enjoy festive light displays
Vibe
Festive and luminous
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Admission is free.
Tips & Advice
- Download the map of highlights first so you can link the Alter Markt, Ulrichplatz and Domplatz in one walk through the city center.
- Pause at the illuminated fountain on Ulrichplatz, where the lights are paired with music by Magdeburg composer Georg Philipp Telemann.
- Start or finish at the Hauptbahnhof, where the large Magdeburg lettering on Willy-Brandt-Platz is one of the best-known photo spots.
- Book a private guided tour through Magdeburg tourism if you are coming with a travel group and want someone to lead you through.
- Dress warmly for a winter evening walk, since the whole Lichterwelt is outdoors across the streets and squares of the city center.
Special Events & Promotions
- Guided ride and walking tours of the Lichterwelt run from November for the 2026/2027 season.
- Private guided tours for individuals or travel groups can be booked through Magdeburg tourism.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What will I see on a walk through the Lichterwelt?
Nearly 1.2 million LEDs light up streets and squares across the city center, with large light installations, illuminated fountains, glowing figures and photo spots throughout.
What are the best photo spots?
The big Magdeburg lettering on Willy-Brandt-Platz in front of the Hauptbahnhof is a favorite. Look out too for the walk-in Christmas baubles, the carriage pulled by glittering bears, and the light-up picture frames around the city center.
What is on Domplatz?
Domplatz has large illuminated figures, a nativity scene, light installations and winter light plays in front of the cathedral. It also has the lit-up hemisphere experiment honoring Otto von Guericke.
What is at the Alter Markt and Ulrichplatz?
At the Alter Markt, large light paintings on the building facades tell the story of the city and famous Magdeburg figures. At Ulrichplatz, the illuminated fountain plays music by Magdeburg composer Georg Philipp Telemann.
Are there guided tours?
Yes, guided ride and walking tours of the Lichterwelt run from November in the 2026/2027 season. Private guided tours for individuals or groups can be booked through Magdeburg tourism at visitmagdeburg.de.
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