Christmas markets and excursion destinations
Advent is also the time of special events that prepare for Christmas. Advent singing, large and many charming small Advent markets in and around Lammertal shorten the waiting time for the Christ child.
Enjoy the quiet time and embark on a journey through Advent in the Salzburger Land. An unforgettable experience.
TRADITIONAL CHRISTMAS MARKETS
year after year, transform Salzburg's old town into a cheerful mix of cozy warmth and pre-Christmas joy. Smells of mulled wine, gingerbread and roasted almonds are in the air, choirs sing in front of the cathedral, tower brass players join in contemplative ways for the right setting and the snow-covered roofs and domes of the old town churches as well as a visit to the traditional ones Nativity exhibitions complete the mood.
A particularly beautiful Advent market is right next door HELLBRUNN CASTLE, very close to the famous Hellbrunn water features - stroll between the numerous stalls and experience the magic of Advent in Hellbrunn.
The atmospheric Advent market takes place in the castle courtyard high above the roofs of the city FORTRESS HOHENSALZBURG. Whether on foot or with the fortress railway – a wonderful view of pre-Christmas Salzburg opens up from above.
The popular one is particularly attractive STAR ADVENTURE in the decorated star arcade courtyard of the Gasthof Sternbräu.
The oldest Advent market in the Salzburger Land, with quality handicraft products, is in ST. LEONHARD / GRÖDIG to find. You can find what you put under the Christmas tree here: wonderful gift ideas, lovingly crafted wooden toys, homemade candles, artistic Christmas tree decorations, Christmas delicacies.
In the Advent markets im TENNENGAU Not only children's eyes begin to light up, adults also enjoy the atmospheric Advent decorations. The places are filled with the smell of cookies and mulled wine and candles. and torchlight create an enchanting atmosphere and get you in the mood for Christmas.
Enjoy the contemplative atmosphere ABTENAU CHRISTMAS MARKET at the Abtenau market square, which is “dressed up” for Advent. Atmospheric lighting, the smell of mulled wine, gingerbread and baked apples, Christmas sounds from the brass musicians, handicrafts and lovingly made Christmas presents - almost all of the products at the Christmas market are made by the locals themselves.
At the romantic Advent market WINTER PRODUCTS In Annaberg, in front of the backdrop of the mighty Bischofsmütze, a magical atmosphere spreads.
The magical Christmas world inside is overwhelming OLD SALINE.
Just walking through the old salt deposit is an experience and what's special is that all the stalls are located in the buildings - ideal in any weather. The Christmas market on SILENT NIGHT PLACE in Oberndorf is located directly in front of the Silent Night Memorial Chapel. Be fascinated by the handicrafts, Christmas wood carvings and hand-made Christmas decorations. Or listen to the Christmas sounds of the brass band in front of the chapel with mulled wine and chestnuts. Let me follow in the footsteps of the world-famous Christmas carol Silent Night Land Salzburg.
On too GOOD AIDERBICHL An Advent market takes place in Henndorf, probably the most famous farm in the Salzburg Alpine foothills. Countless lights transform the hall and courtyard into a fairytale world.
Advent in the region DACHSTEIN SALZKAMMERGUT. The “quietest time of the year” in the World Heritage region Hallstatt is always something special and closely linked to art and tradition. The World Heritage site is dressed in a pre-Christmas dress and invites you to atmospheric celebrations.
This is a real insider tip GOSAU MOUNTAIN EVENT on a small lake in the shadow of the majestic Gosaukamm, far away from overcrowded Christmas markets. With down-to-earth products, typical Gosau craftsmanship and an atmospheric supporting program, it impresses with its simplicity without kitsch.
The Christ child is also happily awaited in the neighboring Salzkammergut and the fascination of living customs invites you to visit the many Advent markets.
“It’s going to be a mess…” is the motto WOLFGANGSEER ADVENT. The widely shining peace light lantern shines far over Lake Wolfgang on dark winter nights. The three atmospheric Advent markets in St Wolfgang, in Candle Village St Gilgen and in the crèche place strobl You can also reach it with one Wolfgangsee Ferries at Wolfgangsee, past the floating one Peace light lantern, the illuminated ox cross and the wedding cross under the Falkenstein wall, from where the echo of the brass reverberates across the entire lake.
The Christmas market in an idyllic location MOON LAKE, in front of the picturesque basilica, provide an atmospheric setting for the tranquil Advent in Mondsee
Immerse yourself in the magical winter world CASTLE ADVENT at Traunsee. The Advent market in the Seeschloss and Landschloss Ort is characterized by many highlights: real craftsmanship, concerts in the castle chapel, shuttle rides by boat and slow train and much more.
You will find craftsmanship with unusual gift ideas and Christmas traditions as you walk through the old imperial city BATHROOM. The special tip for every season: a visit to the former kuk court pastry shop - a legend!
“Feel the time” – a fitting motto for Advent FOREIGN COUNTRIES
with a lot of tradition and lived customs in Altaussee, Bad Mitterndorf, Grundlsee, Tauplitz and Bad Aussee where the traditional “Ausseer gingerbread" will be produced.
A unique atmosphere awaits you during Advent on the PURGG in the so-called “Kripperl of Styria”. On the first two weekends of Advent, a tranquil Advent market with a landscape nativity scene, angel bakery and guided tours of the St. John's Chapel takes place in this romantic mountain village.
You can experience unique traditions and authentic customs when you visit the Salzburg Mountain Advent GROSSARLTAL Take a trip to the contemplative Advent markets in the snowy mountains Valley of the alpine pastures in the Hohe Tauern National Park holiday region and let yourself be enchanted by the contemplative atmosphere.
The Advent market in the Silent Night community WAGRAIN is one of the most atmospheric in all of Austria. The Wagrain cultural walk takes you to the Karl Heinrich Waggerl House and in the footsteps of Joseph Mohr, the poet of the Christmas carol “Silent Night!” Holy Night!” You will find peace and quiet on an Advent walk in the untouched nature of the Jägersee nature reserve.
You can experience a Christmas idyll in the COURTYARD IN FILZMOOS
A circular path in candlelight takes you across snow-covered alpine pastures from the Oberhofalm and Unterhofalm to the Almsee. Be inspired by Christmas nativity scenes, brass musicians, singing groups, Perchten, a 20m long paper cut, horse-drawn carriage ride and much more...
When visiting the Advent town RADSTADT In addition to the popular Christmas market, you can also expect contemplative Christmas walks through the imperial promenade lit up with torches - pure Advent atmosphere.
Advent season in FLACHAUER ESTATE – a musical city Advent with the “Fetzentalers”. Alpine Christmas melodies, stories and international Christmas songs are played and sung live.
Festive atmosphere and traditional handicrafts await you at Advent BERCHTSGADEN LAND.Connected to a Boat trip on Königsee and a visit to the game reserve - feel the peace and quiet that the landscape contains.
In the Salzkammergut it has been a tradition since time immemorial to have a “CRIPPLERROAS“to set off to visit various nativity scenes in private homes.
Especially in Bad Ischlin Ebensee but also in Abtenau The “Kripperlroas” has a long tradition. During a walk or hike through the towns you can visit landscape nativity scenes, shadow nativity scenes, various house nativity scenes and “live” nativity scenes with animals. The figures are carved with great attention to detail and each one is a precious special feature.
