Illumina - Magical Light Garden

Austria's largest light garden – New circular path 2025 will be magical again!

Experience spectacular water, laser, and light shows along a 3 km illuminated path, unique light installations by international artists, and impressive projections. This year, the talking tree returns to Laxenburg, and the Franzensburg will once again be adorned with colorful video mapping. From dusk, the castle park transforms into a magical world of lights.

Installations by international light artists

In 2025, international artists will once again present new and unique light installations at Illumina, most of which will be seen for the first time in Austria. Visitors can expect an unforgettable light experience along the three-kilometer circular path with its annually changing light attractions.

Friday to Sunday with shuttle bus from Vienna
For a car-free arrival, we are offering a shuttle bus from Vienna and back this year. The comfortable shuttle bus will take you and your family (strollers can be transported inside the bus) directly to the entrance of the castle park.

Tickets combined with bus travel are considered Flex Tickets for the chosen day and can also be redeemed on sold-out days or time slots.

Take advantage of this convenient and environmentally friendly travel option! Always from Friday to Sunday.

Opening hours
Open daily from 4:30 PM to 10:00 PM.

From January 7, 2026, open from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

Closed on December 24, 2025.

Last entry Mon-Thu at 7:00 PM
Fri-Sun & holidays at 7:30 PM