Winter fun in at Palmenhaus
The winter fun of curling with friends, family, or colleagues can now be experienced with us!
Welcome to our palm rink in the Palm House café in the idyllic Nymphenburg Palace Park.
How it works
Reserve your rink for 1 hour
(maximum 2 hours per group)
Cost: €80.00 per hour for the entire rink.
For groups of fewer than 8 people, we recommend playing in teams of 2 – the additional person can act as referee.
Optional add-ons
Enhance your winter experience with warm drinks, which you can add by the liter:
Mulled wine, Feuerzangenbowle (a traditional German mulled wine punch), Hot Aperol, or non-alcoholic punch.
For private events
For exclusive events, the curling rink can be booked for a fixed price of €300.00, including curling stones.
We look forward to your inquiries and a wonderful winter!
For more information and bookings, please contact us at:
📧 info@palmenhaus.de
Please note: Bringing your own food or drinks is not permitted.
Bavarian curling (Eisstockschießen) is a traditional winter sport similar to curling and very popular in Munich. The following points describe the most important steps and rules for learning Bavarian curling.
Equipment
Curling stones: These consist of a round metal head and a handle, which can be fitted with various weights to adjust the stone’s weight.
Target (house): A small rubber puck that serves as the target.
Ice rink: A smooth ice surface divided into lanes.
Objective of the game
The objective of the game is to shoot the curling stone as close as possible to the target, the “house,” or to place it in specific marked areas of the rink to score points.
Playing area
The house is placed in the center at the end of the lane.
Players start from a marked starting line.
Gameplay
Teams: Usually, two teams of four players each compete against each other.
Shooting: Players take turns shooting their curling stones from the firing line toward the jack.
Accuracy: The closer a team’s stone is to the jack, the more points that team receives. Opposing stones can also be knocked away to improve one’s own position.
Rules and Scoring
Scoring: After each round, the closest curling stone to the target (the jack) is determined. The team whose stone is closest receives one point. If several stones from the same team are closer than the opponent’s stone, additional points are awarded for each additional stone that is closer.
Rounds: The game consists of several “ends” (rounds). The number of ends is determined before the game.
Final Scoring: At the end of the game, the points from all ends are added together. The team with the most points wins.
Technique and Tips
Stance and Posture: The correct stance is important. Stand sideways to the ice rink and hold the curling stone firmly by the handle.
Swing: Incorporate a slight rotational movement into your throw. This gives the stone a better and more stable glide.
Controlling Power: Try to find the right amount of force when throwing. A throw that is too powerful will cause the stone to miss the jack, while one that is too weak will cause it to stop before reaching it.
Strategy: Position the sticks strategically to block the opponent’s sticks or to push them away from the jack in later moves.
Variations of Curling
Target Shooting: The stone must be placed as close as possible to the target (the house).
Distance Shooting: The goal here is to shoot the curling stone as far as possible. In this variation, the target is not the house; rather, the distance achieved is what counts.
Team Game: Two teams compete against each other, similar to classic target shooting, but with tactical elements and team strategies.
Curling is an easy-to-learn sport that is a lot of fun and requires strategic thinking and precision. With a little practice and the right techniques, anyone can enjoy the game and lead their team to victory.