Nürnberg Ice Tigers tickets 2026-27: a night at the PSD Bank Nürnberg ARENA
The Nürnberg Ice Tigers play 26 home games in 2026-27 at the PSD Bank Nürnberg ARENA, which holds 7,672. They started the season near the top of the table, and with the Christmas market city as a backdrop, a visit is easy to turn into a memorable weekend.
Nürnberg Ice Tigers: Franconian hockey with a strong start
Founded in 1980, the Ice Tigers are the hockey flagship of Franconia. DEL news in October 2026 described them as leading the table early in the campaign, which suggests an exciting team to watch this winter. They have a loyal base across the whole region, not just the city.
Nuremberg itself is one of Germany's most visited historic cities: a castle above the old town, medieval walls, half-timbered houses and a famous Christmas market. A hockey game fits an afternoon of sightseeing and a classic Franconian dinner of sausages and local beer.
PSD Bank Nürnberg ARENA: the home of Nürnberg Ice Tigers
The PSD Bank Nürnberg ARENA holds 7,672 for hockey, a comfortable mid-size capacity in the DEL. It lies in the south-east of the city near the lakes and the football stadium, and the area is well served by tram and bus lines as well as car parks.
On game nights, trams from the central station fill quickly, so give yourself a margin. Inside, the bowl is modern, sight lines are clean and the concourses are wide enough to move around without stress, which suits first-time visitors.
Fans and atmosphere at Nürnberg Ice Tigers games
The Ice Tigers crowd mixes a vocal standing block with a large number of families. Songs and drums keep the energy up, and a goal brings the whole arena to its feet. The tone is passionate but friendly, with plenty of scarf-wearing regulars who like to explain the game to newcomers.
When the team plays at a high level, as it has in the first weeks of this season, the building turns into one of the noisier places in the league.
Nürnberg Ice Tigers rivals: Ingolstadt and Straubing
The Franconia-Bavaria rivalry against ERC Ingolstadt is the best-known regional contest. Ingolstadt visit Nuremberg on 10 December 2026 and 2 March 2027. Straubing Tigers, another well-established Bavarian opponent, come on 20 December 2026.
The December dates fall during the Christmas market period, which makes them an attractive choice for a combined trip.
How to buy Nürnberg Ice Tigers tickets from home or abroad
Start with the club's official box office, where season ticket holders have priority. Weekend games and derbies sell quickest, and a strong start to the season only increases demand. Weekday games are easier to book later.
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 tell you when your preferred dates are worth securing.
Families will find the evening easy: the hall has accessible entrances, wide concourses and clear signage. If you are travelling with a group, ask the box office about adjacent seats, because blocks fill unevenly on busy nights.
Match-day food is typically Franconian: bratwurst and pretzels are easy to find, and the beer is local. Eating before the game in the city centre is often cheaper than in the arena, but the on-site stands are quick if you arrive early.