Ingolstadt v wiesbaden

From Bundesliga Lights to 3. Liga Fights

 

This September, dive into the raw atmosphere of German lower-league football with a trip to Bavaria. The clash between Ingolstadt and Wiesbaden may not be on the world stage, but it’s a fascinating story of two clubs going in opposite directions.

 

Ingolstadt were mixing it with Bayern, Dortmund, and Schalke in the Bundesliga as recently as 2016/17. Fast-forward to now, and they’re fighting to find their feet in the 3. Liga after a shaky start (1 draw, 1 loss). Meanwhile, Wiesbaden are looking upwards — unbeaten after two games (1 win, 1 draw) and sitting 3rd in the table.

 

The setting? The Audi Sportpark, a modern ground with an intimate, passionate feel. Expect noise, flags, and a true taste of German fan culture.

 

✔️ Return flights from Stansted to Nuremberg

✔️ 3 nights (Thu 18 – Sun 21 September)

✔️ Hotel: Premier Inn Nuremberg City Nordost – comfy stay, easy metro links

✔️ Match ticket – Ingolstadt v Wiesbaden (Sat 20 Sept)

✔️ Full support for matchday travel

💰 Just £181 per person

 

🏟️ The Match

• Fixture: Ingolstadt v Wiesbaden

• Date: Saturday 20 September

• Venue: Audi Sportpark, Ingolstadt

• Competition: German 3. Liga

 

Two teams with very different stories — Ingolstadt trying to rediscover past glory, Wiesbaden pushing to return to the 2. Bundesliga.

 

🛫 Travel Plan

• ✈️ Flights: Stansted → Nuremberg (Thu 18 – Sun 21 Sept)

• 🏨 Hotel: Premier Inn Nuremberg City Nordost – modern rooms, breakfast option, and good transport links into the centre and main station.

• 🚆 Matchday Travel: Under 1 hour by direct train from Nuremberg to Ingolstadt.

 

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🌆 Things to Do in Nuremberg

Your base for the trip is Nuremberg, a city packed with history, charm, and proper Bavarian hospitality:

• Nuremberg Castle – towering fortress with stunning views over the Old Town.

• Albrecht Dürer’s House – home of Germany’s Renaissance master.

• Documentation Centre – an unmissable museum exploring Nuremberg’s WWII past.

• Old Town Walks – cobbled streets, timber-framed houses, and medieval squares to explore.

• Beer halls & Franconian taverns – cosy spots serving up local brews and hearty dishes.

 

🚆 Easy Day Trips

Got time outside the match? Nuremberg makes it easy to explore more of Bavaria:

• Bamberg – UNESCO World Heritage town, famous for its smoked beer and beautiful riverside setting (1hr by train).

• Rothenburg ob der Tauber – fairy-tale medieval town, one of Germany’s most photographed spots (90 mins).

• Regensburg – vibrant student city on the Danube with lively bars and historic squares (90 mins).

 

🍴 Food & Drink to Try

• Nürnberger Rostbratwurst – tiny sausages with big flavour, usually served by the dozen.

• Schäufele – Franconian pork shoulder with crispy crackling.

• Lebkuchen – Nuremberg’s world-famous gingerbread.

• Franconian Beer – over 300 breweries in the region; Bamberg’s smoked beer is a must-try.

 

✅ Trip Summary

• 🛫 Flights: Stansted → Nuremberg

• 🏨 Stay: Premier Inn Nuremberg City Nordost

• 📅 Dates: Thu 18 – Sun 21 September

• 🎟️ Match: Ingolstadt v Wiesbaden – Sat 20 Sept

• 💰 All in: £181pp

 

 

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