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+++ The public candle pulling is unfortunately fully booked.
Groups and school classes (10 to 25
people) can book the candle barn for private candle pulling on Fridays. +++
>To the reservation for groups
Candle making in the cosy candle barn in Altstätten
The popular public candle-dipping event takes place every year from the beginning of November until Christmas.
Anyone who enjoys making candles can do so at their own leisure.
Coloured paraffin wax and the entire infrastructure are available.
Beeswax is available on request. Please let us know in advance at kerzenziehen@hongler.ch if you would like to make beeswax candles.
We organise candle making by appointment. The exact opening times and prices for this year can be found in the following information sheet:
For further information, please contact Caroline Vázquez Vivas directly.
Email: kerzenziehen@hongler.ch
Candle-dipping opening hours
November 2025
Wed 5.11. 2.00 - 6.00 pm
Wed 12.11. 2.00 - 6.00 pm
Sat 15 Nov 9.00 - 14.00
Wed 19.11. 2.00 - 6.00 pm
Sat 22 Nov 9.00 - 14.00
Wed 26.11. 2.00 - 6.00 pm
Sat 29 Nov 9.00 - 14.00
December 2025
Wed 3.12. 2.00 - 6.00 pm
Sat 6 Dec 9.00 - 14.00
Wed 10.12. 2.00 - 6.00 pm
Sat 13 Dec 9.00 - 14.00
Wed 17.12. 14.00 - 18.00
Sat 20 Dec 9.00 - 14.00
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to register for candle-pulling?
This year, we are again organising candle-pulling by registration. You can >reserve your preferred start date here. There is no time limit for candle-pulling. Reservation fee CHF 3.00/person.
Is there an age restriction?
Candle-pulling is suitable for children from 5 years old with an accompanying person, and from 7 years old also without accompaniment.
I am accompanying someone and not pulling a candle myself. Do I have to reserve a place as well?
No. Accompanying persons do not need a reservation. We ask that only one person accompanies a child who is pulling a candle.
Do I have to give my address?
The name and address of one person from the group is required for the reservation.
Are protective covers provided?
Large T-shirts are available to wear over your clothing. As wax stains can occur on clothing when making candles, we recommend wearing the simplest clothing possible.
Can I pay by credit card?
We ask you to pay the reservation fee by credit card, PostFinance or Twint.
In the candle barn you can pay only in cash and with Twint.
How much do the home-made candles cost?
We charge the candles by weight:
CHF 4.30/100 gr. paraffin (subject to price adjustment)
CHF 5.40/100 gr. beeswax (subject to price adjustment)
Until when can I book an appointment?
Appointments are accepted up to 1 hour before the first candle-dipping session of the day.
If I am unable to attend the candle-dipping appointment, can I pass the reservation on to acquaintances?
Yes, you can forward the confirmation email. The replacement person can bring the confirmation printed out or in digital form on their mobile phone.
Can I also book for more than 10 people?
In November and December, groups and school classes (10 to 25 people) can book the candle barn for a private candle-dipping session on Fridays. Depending on the size of the group, one or two experts are present. Prices: CHF 12 per person for 1 ½ hours incl. dipped candles.
>To booking for groups
Caroline Vázquez Vivas and the candle-making team look forward to seeing you.
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