Schwandorf Winterzauber
Visitors can wander among decorated stalls offering treats such as bratwurst, Baumstriezel, langos, crêpes, and hot mulled wine. An open-air 300 m² ice rink invites skaters of all ages onto the ice, accompanied by live music and visits from the Christkind. On weekends, a rotating artisan craft market showcases handmade gift ideas, alongside attractions such as a carousel and a nativity scene.
What to Expect
Festive Christmas market with a 300 m² real ice rink.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Stadt Schwandorf, Stadtmarketing Schwandorf e.V., ARGE Weihnachtsmarkt Schwandorf
Food & Drink
Food and drink stalls offer bratwurst, Baumstriezel, langos, crêpes, pizza, churros, tapas, and hot Glühwein.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families, ice skaters and christmas-market shoppers
Vibe
Festive and lively
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: Monday–Thursday 15:00–20:00; Friday 15:00–21:00; Saturday 14:00–21:00; Sunday 14:00–20:00.
- Accessibility: Skating aids and glide shoes are available to borrow at the ice rink.
Tips & Advice
- Book your ice-skating tickets online ahead of time, though tickets are also sold on site if you decide to skate on the spot.
- Don't count on buying an online skating ticket for the early-evening hour, because the ice may be resurfaced then and online sales pause.
- Bring your own helmet and pads for young skaters, since the rink has only five helmets and five sets of elbow and knee pads to lend.
- Come on a Saturday or Sunday if you want to browse the craft market, where the stalls change and sell handmade gift ideas.
- Musicians, artists and clubs who want to join the stage program can email winterzauber@schwandorf.de now to register interest for next year, since this year's lineup is set.
Special Events & Promotions
- Craft market with changing stalls of handmade gifts on Saturdays and Sundays.
- School classes can book the ice rink for exclusive use before regular opening hours.
- Silvester im Winterzauber: a separate New Year's Eve program for welcoming the new year in the Stadtpark.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I rent skates at the rink?
Yes. Skates are for rent in sizes 28 to 49. You can also borrow glide shoes and skating aids, and there are five helmets and five sets of elbow and knee pads.
Do I need to book ice skating ahead?
You can book skating tickets online in advance, but tickets are also sold on site. Online sales pause for one hour in the early evening, when the ice may be resurfaced.
What food and drink is there?
There's bratwurst, pizza, churros, Spätzle, langos, tapas, crêpes, Baumstriezel, sweets, a pretzel bakery and spiral potatoes. Several stands and the Biergarten in the Stadtpark serve Glühwein.
Is there a craft market?
Yes, on Saturdays and Sundays. The stalls change, with crafts and handmade gift ideas.
Can school classes use the ice rink?
Yes. School classes can have the rink to themselves before regular opening hours. Book by email at winterzauber@schwandorf.de.
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