Illustration of a snowman and small decorated trees in a snowy yard beside a red house, all glowing with warm string lights (Schützenweihnacht)
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Schützenweihnacht

Following Tyrolean tradition, the Schützenkompanie Eben-Maurach sets up a life-sized nativity scene illuminated by numerous lights below the roundabout in Maurach. Visitors can gather around a small refreshment stall serving drinks on Advent Saturdays. On Christmas Eve, the young riflemen carry the baby Jesus to the manger, followed by a Christmas prayer service.

Nov 28 – Dec 24, 2026

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Plan Your Visit

Hours

18:00 on November 28 and the Advent Saturdays; 17:00 on December 24.

Food & Drink

A small refreshment stand serves drinks on Advent Saturdays from 18:00.

Parking

Usual parking areas around Rouffach centre, including the agricultural lycée and carpool parking, remain accessible; blue-zone parking requires a European parking disc.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and visitors seeking a quiet traditional christmas gathering

Vibe

Traditional and peaceful

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Visit on an Advent Saturday if you want to stop at the small refreshments stand.
  • On Christmas Eve, stay for the young riflemen bringing the baby Jesus to the nativity scene and the following devotion.
  • If driving, use the usual Rouffach centre parking areas, including the agricultural lycée or carpool parking.
  • For blue-zone parking, display a European parking disc and set it to your arrival time.
  • Dress warmly to spend time viewing the illuminated nativity scene outdoors.

Special Events & Promotions

  • A small refreshment stall is open on Advent Saturdays.
  • On December 24, the young riflemen carry the baby Jesus to the manger, followed by a Christmas prayer service.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can visitors see at Schützenweihnacht?

A life-sized nativity scene is set up below the roundabout in Maurach and illuminated with numerous lights.

Are refreshments available?

A small refreshments stand is open on Advent Saturdays.

What happens on Christmas Eve?

The young riflemen carry the baby Jesus to the nativity scene, followed by a Christmas devotion.

Is there something for children to see?

The event features a life-sized nativity scene with lights, and the young riflemen bring the baby Jesus to it on Christmas Eve.

Where can drivers park nearby?

The usual parking areas around Rouffach centre, including the agricultural lycée and carpool parking, remain accessible. Blue-zone spaces require a European parking disc.

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