Nuremberg – Nürnberger Feuerzangenbowle 2026

Nürnberger Feuerzangenbowle 2026 invites you to Zwischen den Fleischbänken near Nuremberg's Fleischbrücke from Friday, 27 November, to Thursday, 31 December 2026. This winter gathering is known for its huge Feuerzangenbowle cauldron, nostalgic music and film screenings. Unlike the Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt, Feuerzangenbowle remains open until New Year's Eve.

Nürnberger Feuerzangenbowle 2026 at Fleischbrücke

The Nuremberg Feuerzangenbowle takes place at Zwischen den Fleischbänken in the Old Town. The organiser, Die Kessel GbR, confirms the dates for 2026, from 27 November to 31 December. The site is near the Pegnitz and the Fleischbrücke. You can therefore combine this winter gathering with a stroll to the Christkindlesmarkt on Hauptmarkt. At the same time, the Feuerzangenbowle is a separate event with its own opening hours and a different closing day.

The giant cauldron with fire and a sugarloaf

At the centre is a custom-made Feuerzangenbowle cauldron about 3,40 metres high. According to the Nuremberg Tourism Company, it holds around 9.000 litres and is considered the world's largest Feuerzangenbowle. The impressive flames on the sugarloaf are part of the spectacle. Music from bygone days and screenings of the cult film “Die Feuerzangenbowle”, starring Heinz Rühmann, also add to the winter gathering's nostalgic atmosphere. Alcoholic drinks are, of course, for adults only.

Nürnberger Feuerzangenbowle 2026: Drinks and student day

The hot Feuerzangenbowle is the main offering. According to the official information, Tuesdays are student days: show your student ID to get a Feuerzangenbowle for five euros. The latest brief information from the organiser does not list other drinks or food in full, so we won't invent any food or drink options or prices. You can check the selection on site and find a spot with friends in the winter atmosphere.

Opening hours on regular market days

From Sunday to Wednesday, the Feuerzangenbowle is open from 11 to 21. On Thursdays it stays open until 22, and on Fridays and Saturdays until 23; it also opens at 11 on these days. This means you can enjoy a longer visit at the weekend. Unlike an older tourism guide, the current official organiser's website lists 11 as the opening time on all regular days. We therefore use the times shown on the operator's website.

Christmas and New Year's Eve: important changes

On Thursday, 24 December 2026, it is open only from 10 to 16. On Christmas Day and Boxing Day, Friday 25 December and Saturday 26 December, the winter gathering is open from 15 to 23. From 27 to 30 December, the hours are 11 to 21 each day. On New Year's Eve, Thursday 31 December, it opens at 18 and, according to the operator, stays open until closing time is decided. No fixed closing time has been published, so we have deliberately not estimated one.

Plan your visit and find more winter markets

The site at Zwischen den Fleischbänken is in the heart of Nuremberg's Old Town. You can reach it via the pedestrian routes around the Pegnitz; if you're travelling by public transport, it's best to check the latest information about stops. The official website of Nürnberger Feuerzangenbowle shows the latest opening hours. Find more Christmas markets in our Kirmestermine calendar. You can then decide whether to visit the Christmas market or the winter gathering, which is open until New Year's Eve.