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When does the Brixen Water Light Festival take place?
The festival will take place in Brixen in the evening from 9-00 pm during May, some installations are accessible also during the day. The next edition will be held in Brixen 2026.

Is the festival taking place during day or nighttime?
The Brixen Water Light Festival is a day and night festival. At night in the public areas of Brixen and at day in the museum of Neustift Monastery.

Do I need at ticket for the festival?
Details and information about ticketing will be published as soon as possible.

What is the best way to get to the different locations of the festival?
The locations are very well connected thanks to public transport. Find the connections here: www.suedtirolmobil.info

What is the best way to move around at the festival?
Information and details about printed material, maps etc. will be published as soon as possible.

Are there public toilets in the old town of Brixen?
Yes, you can find the public toilets here

Is the Brixen Water Light Festival accessible for wheelchairs?
The festival route is accessible for wheelchair users. There are, however, some points that need to be taken into account:
Brixen: the old town of Brixen is wheelchair accessible
Neustift: In the Neustift Monastery museum, visitors must use an elevator to follow the route.

Is there a selection of tips for accommodation, restaurants, bars & shops?
Yes, we have put together a selection here.

How much electricity does the Water Light Festival consume?
Compared to 2022, the electricity consumption of the light art installations in the year 2023 has been reduced by 50% this year, from 10 MWh to 4.5 MWh. By switching off street lamps and outdoor lighting, we save approximately 3 MWh during the festival. This results in a net consumption of 1.5 MWh in 19 days.