Winter Village Nuremberg 2025: Mulled wine, Ferris wheel and magical moments!

Winter Village Nuremberg 2025: Mulled wine, Ferris wheel and magical moments!

A few days ago, at the end of last week, the Nuremberg Winter Village 2025 was officially opened. Until January 6, 2026, Jakobsplatz will be transformed into a magical winter landscape that will captivate both locals and visitors. The diverse attractions promise an unforgettable experience at Christmas time.

A highlight of the winter village is the impressive Ferris wheel with enclosed panoramic gondolas, which offers visitors a breathtaking view of the city. The associated LED light show lights up the surroundings in bright colors. In addition to the Ferris wheel, guests can look forward to a nostalgic children's carousel and wander around in the winter labyrinth, which delights young and old alike with its winding paths.

Fine enjoyment for all palates

The winter village also promises a varied program. A New Year's concert takes place on January 2nd, while the Golden Gospel Choir and fairytale characters such as Anna, Elsa and Olaf appear on Wednesdays. On select days you can even meet the Grinch. If you like something a little more unusual, you shouldn't miss the stilt figures on Thursday evenings. There is also the unique opportunity to take a pastoral ride on the Ferris wheel on three dates in December.

Opening times and prices

The winter village welcomes its guests every day from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., and even until 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. On Christmas Eve the Christmas magic closes at 2 p.m.; The winter village remains closed on Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. Admission is free; a ride on the Ferris wheel costs 6 euros for adults and 4 euros for children.

With the creation of this new attraction, the winter village of Nuremberg will be seen as an inner-city attraction to strengthen the shopping location across regions. According to the *winterdorf-nuernberg.de* website, the event is intended to help promote sustainable tourism in Nuremberg, a city that is considered the most beautiful city in Germany according to readers of *Condé Nast Traveler*. The unique historical backdrop is best viewed from above and offers visitors a special opportunity to enjoy the Christmas flair of Nuremberg.

Combined with the famous Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt, which is considered one of the oldest and best-known Christmas markets in the world, makes the city of Nuremberg an unmissable destination during the Christmas season. Here you can taste traditional Nuremberg gingerbread and bratwurst and see the Nuremberg Christ Child in action. Together, these events make Nuremberg one of the most famous Christmas cities.