Wuppertaler Winterzauber
Visitors can wander through a decorated hut village filled with festive lighting, handcrafted goods, crêpes, roasted almonds, and winter delicacies. A large ice rink invites skaters of all skill levels, alongside a synthetic curling track suited for team games. Guests can also warm up with hot drinks and rustic alpine specialties inside a spacious alpine hut or relax inside private heated igloos.
What to Expect
Winter village featuring an ice rink, curling, and heated igloos.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Organizer
FH Event GmBH
Food & Drink
The huts offer roasted almonds, crêpes, snacks, and winter delicacies, while the Alm-Hütte serves winter classics and hot drinks.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families, school groups, and friends
Vibe
Festive and cozy
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Alm reservations: free Monday–Wednesday and Sunday; paid Thursday–Saturday, including a consumption voucher. Iglu reservation: €300, including a €250 consumption voucher, for up to 16 people. – Get tickets
- Hours: Daily 11:00–22:00; school skating Monday–Friday, 11:00–13:00 and 13:00–15:00; reduced student ice-rink slots 11:00–13:00 and 13:00–15:00. Exclusive morning slots for school classes on the Eisstockbahn are mentioned without exact times.
Tips & Advice
- Buy Eisstockbahn tickets online before you go, since they aren't sold on site and turning up gives no guarantee of a free lane.
- Reserve your Alm-Hütte seats ahead, especially Thursday to Saturday, when reservations are paid but include a voucher for food and drinks.
- Bring your family on a Monday for discounted ice-rink tickets, or on a Sunday for the Eisstockschießen Family Day rate.
- Remember the event is closed on Totensonntag, 22 November, and from Christmas Eve through 26 December, so plan your visit around those dates.
- Expect a payment provider transaction fee on online bookings, so factor that in when reserving the igloo, Alm-Hütte or Eisstockbahn.
Special Events & Promotions
- Monday is Family Day at the ice rink, with discounted tickets for the whole family.
- Eisstockschießen money-saving deals on Mondays and Tuesdays, plus a Family Day rate every Sunday.
- New this year: two igloos with a direct view of the Eisstockbahn, bookable for groups of up to 16.
- New this year: the Eisstockbahn is now 18 × 2 meters, with brand-new curls.
- School classes get exclusive morning slots on the Eisstockbahn and discounted weekday skating sessions with rental skates included.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get ice-skating tickets and skates?
Ice-rink tickets are sold on site only, and you can rent skates right at the rink. The rink suits everyone from beginners to experienced skaters.
How do I book the Eisstockbahn?
Eisstockbahn tickets are sold online only, and there's no guarantee of a lane if you just turn up. Each lane takes up to 8 people per hour. Rules, pucks and equipment are handed out for a deposit.
Do I need to reserve at the Alm-Hütte?
A reservation is recommended. You can book online or by phone. Seats are free to reserve Monday to Wednesday and Sunday. Thursday to Saturday, reservations are paid and include a food and drink voucher.
What are the igloos like?
There are two heated, weatherproof igloos, each bookable for up to 16 people. You get a music box, and the booking includes a food and drink voucher. You can reserve online or on site.
What food is there?
The huts sell roasted almonds, crêpes, snacks and other treats, plus gift ideas. The Alm-Hütte serves winter classics and hot drinks.
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