Hammer that Nail!

(Also known as: Hammerschlagen or Stump)

Contestants each try to smash their own nail nto the tree stump before anyone else. But it's not as easy as it looks!!

A popular Alpine bar game.

How To Play

  • Step 1.

    Firstly, you need to have a section of tree stump with two parallel flat ends. Stand it on one end then carefully tap a 3 inch nail for each contestant into the perimeter of the top.

  • Step 2.

    You will also require a pin hammer like the one shown here.

  • Step 3.

    In turns, the contestants have one swing each to try to bang their nail fully into the stump. IMPORTANT: Only the narrow end of the hammer may be used!!

  • The Winner

    First player to sink their nail fully into the stump wins.

  • Tips / Variations

    This also works as a team relay with one nail per team and one hit per team member.

    For drinks parties, add a drink penalty for an air shot (complete miss).

The Details

  • Location: Outdoor (or hall)
  • Ages: 12-16 years, 18 years or older
  • Team: No
  • Physical: Yes
  • Average Duration: 16-30 minutes
  • Cost: £2-£5
  • Occasion: Family Party, Adult Party
  • Essential Equipment - Other: Tree stump, nails, pin hammer
  • Ease to Learn: Very Easy