Illustration of a family walking past houses covered in colourful lights with a sleigh on a rooftop (Lichterzauber Schierke)
Christmas Lights

Lichterzauber Schierke

Schierke transforms into an illuminated winter village with colorful lighting across historic buildings, the Mäuseklippen cliffs, the bobsled track, and more than 30 other houses and objects. Visitors can take evening strolls through the glowing streets while enjoying changing food options and seasonal offerings. Supporting entertainment includes concerts, a Christmas market, and a central nativity scene displayed inside the Kurpark music pavilion.

Nov 28, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027

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Plan Your Visit

Food & Drink

The event has changing gastronomy offerings.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and visitors who enjoy winter light displays

Vibe

Festive and atmospheric

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Visit on a Friday, Saturday, Sunday, or Christmas holiday, when Schierke is illuminated, rather than assuming the lights run every night.
  • Take an evening stroll through the illuminated village to see the historic buildings, Mäuseklippen, bobsled track, and other lit objects.
  • Visit the Kurpark music pavilion to see the nativity scene, which is displayed daily throughout the event.
  • Look out for changing food offerings and small seasonal events, including concerts and a Christmas market, alongside the illuminations.
  • Wear warm layers for winter evening walks outdoors, so you can comfortably explore the illuminated village.

Special Events & Promotions

  • The event also runs on the Christmas holidays.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can visitors see during the Lichterzauber?

More than 30 houses and objects are illuminated, including historic buildings, the Mäuseklippen cliffs and the bobsled track.

Is there anything to see every day?

The Christmas nativity scene in the music pavilion in Kurpark is visible daily.

What else is part of the event?

Small events include concerts and a Christmas market, alongside the illuminated village.

Are food and drink available?

Changing food and drink options are offered during the event.

Which days are the lights on?

The village is illuminated on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, as well as on the Christmas holidays.

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