ERC Ingolstadt tickets 2026-27: hockey at the Saturn Arena
ERC Ingolstadt host 26 home games in 2026-27 at the Saturn Arena, which holds 4,591. It is a small, tight venue where nearly every seat is close to the ice, and the Franconian and Bavarian derbies on the schedule make it a rewarding trip.
ERC Ingolstadt: a close-up look at a Bavarian hockey club
Founded in 1964, ERC Ingolstadt is a club from a mid-sized Bavarian city better known for its industry than for tourism. That is part of the charm: the hockey crowd is the main event of the week, and the game is a social occasion for the whole region.
Ingolstadt sits on the Danube roughly halfway between Munich and Nuremberg, so many visitors combine a game with a city break in either. The old town has a medieval wall, a brick palace and a small, walkable centre that works well for a relaxed pre-game meal.
Saturn Arena: what to expect at ERC Ingolstadt games
The Saturn Arena holds 4,591, which is among the smallest capacities in the DEL. In practice, that means you are never far from the glass, you hear the sticks and the bench and the fans around you are close enough to turn each goal into a shared roar.
Because there are fewer seats overall, tickets for popular dates do not stay around as long as in bigger arenas. Try to arrive about 45 minutes early to clear the entrance and buy something to drink without missing the opening faceoff.
The ERC Ingolstadt crowd: loyal, loud and local
Ingolstadt fans are known for their steady support in every situation. The home end sings and bangs drums for most of the game, and the whole building turns into a wall of noise whenever the team goes on the power play.
Expect a family-friendly evening: many parents bring children, there is little sign of trouble, and it is easy to strike up a conversation with fans around you even if your German is limited.
ERC Ingolstadt derbies: NĂĽrnberg and Augsburg
The two meetings that matter most are regional. NĂĽrnberg Ice Tigers play in Ingolstadt on 24 January 2027, and Augsburger Panther come on 18 October 2026 and 8 January 2027. These are the nights when the arena fills first and the atmosphere is at its sharpest.
If your calendar is tight, the NĂĽrnberg game on 24 January is a a Sunday date that fits well into a weekend trip.
Getting ERC Ingolstadt tickets as a visitor
Begin with the club's official box office, where season ticket holders come first and single-game sales follow. For derbies and weekend games, aim to purchase as soon as dates are released. Weekday dates against smaller opponents are often easier to secure.
From abroad, check how the ticket is delivered and keep it on your phone. If a game is sold out, use only reputable resale marketplaces. Our email alert will let you know when it is worth acting.
A weekend plan for ERC Ingolstadt visitors
Ingolstadt works best as a short stop. Arrive in the afternoon, walk the old town and the Danube bank, then head to the Saturn Arena early so you can soak up the build-up. Trains connect the city with Munich and Nuremberg, which makes a one-night stay easy to organise.
The regular season ends on 7 March 2027, so there is plenty of time to match a game to your travel dates.