The unusual event: New Year's celebration in the Koppenbrüller Cave in Obertraun 2026
Mystical start to the year in Obertraun
The New Year's celebration in the Koppenbrüller Cave in Obertraun on Lake Hallstatt should be visited because it offers a unique experience with a traditional atmosphere, which has been an integral part of the tourist offer in the Inner Salzkammergut since 1980. Highlights are the torchlight procession, the atmospheric brass music, the campfire and the sound of the didgeridoo, which makes the celebration a special event.
Unique atmosphere
Immerse yourself in the special atmosphere of a celebration in a cave, complemented by torches and a campfire. Experience a firmly established event that has been attracting visitors for many years and has a long tradition. Enjoy a mixture of traditional brass music and the mystical sounds of the didgeridoo. Experience a torchlight procession into the cave and a celebration that is quite different from other New Year's events.
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Holidays around Lake Hallstatt
Hotels and accommodation providers in Hallstatt, Bad Goisern, Gosau and Obertraun offer the ideal room or apartment for your holidays, no matter what your tastes. Aside from establishments rated according to the international "star" scale, you will also find around Lake Hallstatt in Austria businesses that have been awarded two to four "edelweiss". The more flowers, the greater comforts you can expect. Whether you eventually find your cozy nest in an elegant 5-star luxury hotel, at comfortable guesthouse, a family-friendly apartment, or on a traditional farm, the choice is always entirely up to you.
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Hotels and accommodation providers in Hallstatt, Bad Goisern, Gosau and Obertraun offer the ideal room or apartment for your holidays, no matter what your tastes. Aside from establishments rated according to the international "star" scale, you will also find around Lake Hallstatt in Austria businesses that have been awarded two to four "edelweiss". The more flowers, the greater comforts you can expect. Whether you eventually find your cozy nest in an elegant 5-star luxury hotel, at comfortable guesthouse, a family-friendly apartment, or on a traditional farm, the choice is always entirely up to you.