DEL Tickets 2026-27: Dates, Teams and Arenas
DEL tickets 2026-27 give you access to German top-flight hockey: 14 teams, 52 games each, big arenas and a season that opens on 17 September 2026. Here are the dates, the teams, the playoff format and practical advice for buying from abroad.
DEL Tickets 2026-27: Season Overview
The Deutsche Eishockey Liga, branded PENNY DEL, is Germany's top league and one of the best-attended in Europe. Arenas are modern, many are in major cities, and the matchday culture mixes hard-core supporters with families and corporate guests. For visitors, German hockey is accessible, well organised and easy to combine with a city break.
The 2026-27 season has 14 teams. Krefeld Pinguine have been promoted and Dresdner Eislöwen relegated. Eisbären Berlin enter as champions, having won three straight titles from 2024 to 2026 and a record 12 DEL titles overall, beating Adler Mannheim in the 2026 final. That rivalry between Berlin and Mannheim is one of the league's best storylines.
DEL tickets 2026-27 at a glance
- Teams: 14.
- Games per team: 52, a double round-robin with 364 games in total.
- Season opens: 17 September 2026.
- Regular season ends: 7 March 2027.
- Playoffs begin: 10 March 2027, with a champion decided by 30 April 2027 at the latest.
- Defending champion: Eisbären Berlin, who beat Adler Mannheim in the final for a 12th DEL title.
DEL Schedule 2026-27 and Key Dates
The DEL season opens on 17 September 2026 and the regular season ends on 7 March 2027. Each team plays 52 games in a double round-robin, which means 364 games in total across the league. Games are mostly played at weekends, with some midweek rounds, which makes a weekend trip easy to plan.
DEL playoffs 2026-27 format
The top six teams qualify directly for the playoffs, while teams placed seventh to tenth play a pre-playoff round. Playoff series are best-of-seven. The first playoff date is 10 March 2027, and the champion will be decided by 30 April 2027 at the latest. The last-placed team is relegated to DEL2.
DEL schedule: the best time to visit
Autumn offers a lively start and mild weather. December has a festive feel in German cities with Christmas markets, and January and February are the heart of the season. If you want maximum intensity, aim for March, when the playoffs begin. Remember that the NHL Global Series games in DĂĽsseldorf on 18 and 20 December 2026 may attract extra hockey visitors to the Rhine region.
DEL Arenas 2026-27: Where to Watch and Get Tickets
DEL arenas range from compact halls with under 5,000 seats to some of the largest hockey venues in Europe. Several clubs share their arenas with concerts and other sports, so check event calendars when planning.
DEL teams and arenas 2026-27
- Adler Mannheim (Mannheim): SAP Arena, listed capacity 13,600.
- Augsburger Panther (Augsburg): Curt-Frenzel-Stadion, listed capacity 6,179.
- EHC Red Bull MĂĽnchen (MĂĽnchen): SAP Garden, listed capacity 10,796.
- ERC Ingolstadt (Ingolstadt): Saturn Arena, listed capacity 4,591.
- Eisbären Berlin (Berlin): Uber Arena, listed capacity 14,200.
- Grizzlys Wolfsburg (Wolfsburg): Eis Arena Wolfsburg, listed capacity 4,503.
- Iserlohn Roosters (Iserlohn): Eissporthalle Iserlohn, listed capacity 4,967.
- Krefeld Pinguine (Krefeld): Yayla-Arena, listed capacity 8,029.
- Kölner Haie (Köln): LANXESS arena, listed capacity 18,600.
- Löwen Frankfurt (Frankfurt): NIX Eissporthalle, listed capacity 6,990.
- NĂĽrnberg Ice Tigers (NĂĽrnberg): PSD Bank NĂĽrnberg ARENA, listed capacity 7,672.
- Fischtown Pinguins Bremerhaven (Bremerhaven): Eisarena am Wilhelm-Kaisen-Platz, listed capacity 4,767.
- Schwenninger Wild Wings (Villingen-Schwenningen): Helios-Arena, listed capacity 5,300.
- Straubing Tigers (Straubing): Eisstadion am Pulverturm, listed capacity 5,635.
DEL biggest arenas
Cologne's LANXESS arena, listed at about 18,600, is the largest in the league. Berlin's Uber Arena holds around 14,200, and Mannheim's SAP Arena around 13,600. Munich's Red Bull side now play in the new SAP Garden, listed at around 10,800.
DEL smaller halls
Wolfsburg, Iserlohn and Ingolstadt play in halls of roughly 4,500 to 5,000 seats. These venues are intimate and loud but can sell out, especially against the big clubs. Plan ahead if you want to see a particular opponent there.
DEL and the 2027 World Championship
Mannheim's SAP Arena will host Group A of the IIHF World Championship from 13 to 30 May 2027, so it is a venue worth seeing in a league game first.
How to Buy DEL Tickets 2026-27
Most DEL clubs sell tickets through their own web shops, which are usually available in German with an English option or browser translation. Season-ticket holders have priority, then single-game sales open to everyone. Games involving Berlin, Mannheim, Cologne and Munich, as well as derbies, usually sell out more quickly.
Buying DEL tickets from abroad
- Check the home fixture list on the club's official page.
- Use the official web shop and an international card.
- Decide between seated and standing options.
- Choose mobile or print-at-home delivery and store the ticket offline.
DEL resale and sold-out games
If a game is sold out, resale marketplaces may have options, but German clubs often allow only controlled transfers. Always check the club's rules. Our email alert aims to tell you in time to buy at the official window instead.
DEL Game Day Guide: Travel, Atmosphere and Tickets
Germany is easy to reach from anywhere in Europe, with fast trains linking the main hockey cities. Berlin, Cologne, Munich and Nuremberg are major hubs, so DEL weekends fit well into rail travel.
DEL atmosphere and matchday rituals
Expect drums, flags and chants from supporter blocks, a busy concourse and food and drink sold inside. Many fans arrive early to meet before the game. Standing sections can be very loud, while seated areas are calmer.
Getting to DEL arenas
Most arenas are served by local rail, tram or bus, and many clubs include public transport on matchdays. Check what applies to your ticket. Leave extra time for security checks.
City break ideas around DEL games
Berlin and Cologne make easy hockey city trips, with museums and food. Mannheim and Nuremberg offer a quieter alternative, while Bremerhaven and Straubing are good for fans who want a very local experience.
DEL Tickets 2026-27: What Is Not Announced Yet
Some details are not confirmed in our data: individual game kick-off times, ticket sale windows for each club and ticket categories. We do not publish prices here.
DEL tickets 2026-27: keeping up with changes
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