Illustration of a knitted family in hats and mittens in a snowy street with a snowman and glowing string lights (IKUNA Lichterwelt (Light World))

IKUNA Lichterwelt (Light World)

Visitors can wander along a two-kilometer circular path illuminated by 350,000 lights, featuring sparkling installations and themed display areas. The event includes a live Christmas story performance and dramatic open-air fire artist shows. Guests can also stroll through the cozy winter village to enjoy seasonal refreshments and visit the on-site restaurant.

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Website / Tickets

ikuna.at

When

Tickets

Single day ticket: €12 full price or €9.60 reduced, for 1 adult or 1 child over 3; children aged 0–3 enter free. Family ticket for 2 adults and up to 3 children: €45 full price or €36 reduced. Group day tickets for groups of 20 or more: €180, with the page stating a price per person and €9 for each additional person. Reductions are according to the ticket shop.

Hours

Open Fridays to Sundays, 15:30–20:00; additionally open on 7 and 8 December and daily from 26 December to 6 January, from 15:30. Winterdorf opens at 15:30. Entry begins at 15:30. The Lichterpfad starts at 16:50 in one section and 17:00 in the FAQ. Weihnachtsgeschichte at 16:00; Feuershow at 18:15 during opening hours. Adventmarkt during opening hours.

Ages

All ages

Food & Drink

Visitors can find food and drinks during the event, including Punsch in the winter village; Gasthaus Miraculix is also on the IKUNA grounds.

Accessibility

Paths are regularly cleared and gritted, generally making the trail stroller-accessible, though weather may affect some sections.

Going?

Location

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IKUNA Naturresort · Naturpfad 1, 4723 Natternbach, Natternbach, Upper Austria Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and visitors who enjoy festive light walks

Vibe

Festive and magical

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Use the park’s main entrance for entry; entrance 2 is closed during the Lichterwelt season.
  • Allow about two to three hours for a relaxed visit, since time at individual stations and highlights affects duration.
  • The route is generally stroller-accessible, though weather can make some sections harder to navigate.
  • Dress for an outdoor winter walk and changing conditions; unsafe path conditions can lead to restrictions or closure.
  • Do not count on the fire show in rain or strong wind, as it may be cancelled for safety.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Children aged 0–3 enter free.
  • Group day tickets are available for groups of 20 or more.
  • The event is open daily from 26 December to 6 January, unlike the usual Friday-to-Sunday schedule.
  • The Advent market runs from 20 November to 20 December 2026.
  • The light trail is being expanded with additional stations and new surprises.

Links & Contact

Website / Tickets Contact

Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their contact page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the Lichterwelt suited to?

It is described as a winter outing for families and all generations; children aged 0–3 enter free.

How long is the trail, and how much time should visitors allow?

The circular light trail is about 2 km long. Allow around 2 to 3 hours for a relaxed visit.

What can visitors see and do along the way?

The trail has illuminated installations and themed areas, with a Christmas story performance and a fire show during opening hours. The Winterdorf and Advent market offer places to stop.

Is food and drink available during the visit?

Yes. Visitors can find food and drinks in the Winterdorf, and Gasthaus MIRACULIX is on the IKUNA grounds.

Can the trail be used with a stroller, and what happens in poor weather?

The trail is generally passable with a stroller, and paths are regularly cleared and gritted, though weather can make some sections harder to pass. The event generally runs in bad weather, but unsafe path conditions can lead to restrictions or closure; rain or strong wind can cancel the fire show.

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