Winterwunder Burg Schlaining
Visitors stroll through the illuminated courtyards of Friedensburg Schlaining, surrounded by kilometer-long fairy lights, hundreds of light sculptures, and laser projections. Along the way, guests can encounter knights and magical creatures, browse local handicrafts, or climb the secret tower for surrounding views. The event also features regional food and hot drinks, plus family activities including a craft workshop, adventure cinema, and a virtual snowball fight.
What to Expect
Hundreds of light sculptures and fairy-tale creatures inside historic castle courtyards.
Event Details
Food & Drink
Regional specialties, warming drinks, and food from local gastronomy vendors are available.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with children
Vibe
Magical and festive
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
€€
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Day tickets: adults and young people aged 15 and over €21; children aged 4 and over €15; children under 4 free; discounted tickets for seniors, students and people doing military service €17; people with disabilities and accompanying persons receive 40% off. At the evening ticket office, €1.50 is added per ticket. Season tickets: adults and young people aged 15 and over €39; children aged 4 and over €29. Combined season ticket for Burg Schlaining Burg Geflüster + Leuchtendes Burgmärchen: adults and young people aged 15 and over €59; children aged 4 and over €39. Flex ticket: €5 extra; tower tour (entry from age 4): €2 extra. Burgenland Card and Mitarbeiter Card holders get free admission once daily. The page also advertises day tickets at unspecified Early-Bird prices until October 11. – Get tickets
- Hours: 16:00 bis 21:00 Uhr (letzter Einlass: 19:30 Uhr).
- Parking: A BLAGUSS shuttle runs from Vienna Opera or Wiener Neustadt to Burg-Geflüster and Winterwunder auf Burg Schlaining and back.
Tips & Advice
- Buy tickets online before arriving, since the evening box office adds a €1.50 surcharge to each ticket.
- Use the BLAGUSS shuttle from Vienna Opera or Wiener Neustadt to skip the parking search; it also provides return transport.
- Arrive before last admission at 19:30, leaving time to explore the illuminated courtyards.
- Consider the tower tour only if everyone is at least four; it costs extra and involves numerous steps.
- Wrap up warmly for the evening, as the event route passes through illuminated castle courtyards.
Special Events & Promotions
- Children under 4 get free entry.
- Seniors, students and people doing military service get discounted tickets.
- People with disabilities and their accompanying persons get a discount.
- Groups of 15 or more get a group discount when booking through my burgenland Travel.
- Groups of 40 or more get a group discount when booking through my burgenland Travel.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What can children do at the event?
Children can visit the workshop, watch the adventure cinema and join a virtual snowball fight. The tower tour is for visitors aged 4 and over.
Can I visit the castle exhibitions with my ticket?
Yes. A Winterwunder ticket also includes access to the exhibitions at Friedensburg Schlaining.
What food and drinks are available?
Regional food and specialties, warming drinks and meals from local food providers are offered.
Is there a shuttle to the castle?
A BLAGUSS shuttle runs from Vienna Opera or Wiener Neustadt to the event and back, so you can skip the search for parking.
What else can I see around the courtyards?
The experience includes light sculptures, laser projections, illuminated displays, festive music, knights and other magical creatures, and photo spots.
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