Events in winter

There’s a lot going on in winter!

When winter gradually sets in over the Salzkammergut at the end of November, it will be cosy at numerous events around the Lake Hallstatt and the Gosau Valley. Even in winter there is a lot going on: World Heritage Advent, “Glöcklerläufe”, Gosau hot air balloon week, family events both on and off the slopes and much, much more. We have summarised below, the best events in the winter for you. We wish you a relaxing winter holiday in the Salzkammergut.

Theme worlds & series of events

Culinary events

Here you will find a list of the best culinary events around Lake Hallstatt. From ‘down to earth’ to sophisticated. An indulging holiday for all your senses

©OÖ.Tourismus/Erbe / Essen & Trinken in der Ferienregion Dachstein Salzkammergut

Your Holiday Planner: Christmas & New Year events

Christmas in the mountains of the Salzkammergut. Attractive festive and New Year deals for Hallstatt, Bad Goisern, Gosau and Obertraun at a glance

Guided snowshoe hikes in the Salzkammergut

Snowshoeing through the lonely winter world is a pure nature experience in clear alpine air and in a beautiful landscape. That's why more and more nature lovers are getting a taste for it! Get to know the most beautiful corners of our winter landscape with an experienced guide. Simply unforgettable. Just do it!

© OÖ.Tourismus/Röbl | Schneeschuhwandern im Salzkammergut

"Glöckler parades" im Salzkammergut - A Procession of light and sound

Ancient customs with their secret magic around the winter nights have a firm place in the tradition of the Salzkammergut. Every year on 5 January. On the eve of the Three Kings - and you can be there live. A unique spectacle for spectators. We have put together the most beautiful runs for you below. A unique custom that can only be found here!

Carneval season in the Salzkammergut

Carneval or ”Fasching” who it´s called in the Salzkammergut – in no other part of the country is the Fasching season so exuberantly and zealously packed with time-honoured traditions and fancy dress parades than here in the Salzkammergut.

“Silent Night“ in the Salzkammergut

When the whole region is lit up in festive lighting and the alleys are filled with seductive scents, then the Christmas season has arrived. The Salzkammergut once again presents itself as a fascinating winter wonderland, with the charming Christmas markets of the region in particular with their stalls and specialties creating a festive atmosphere.

Market days in the Salzkammergut: weekly markets, flea markets & Co.

Fresh, unadulterated food from the region, away from supermarkets and discounters. Also ideal as a souvenir. Holidays for the palate. Pure pleasure!

Brass music im Salzkammergut

Brass music is as much a part of Austria as a dirndl or a schnitzel. What would a big folk festival in the Salzkammergut be without brass music? Nothing! Get to know the perfect sound of your host region. The perfect overview of brass music events in the Salzkammergut. Not all of them - but the best at a click.

Art & Culture Events in the Salzkammergut

The best of classical music, poetry, jazz, Austropop, theatre and customs through to cabaret and operetta. The best cultural events in the Salzkammergut at a click. Always up to date!

Events for children & families in the Salzkammergut

Are you vacationing with your family in the region? And are you still looking for some great events for your kids? Then we would do the right thing for you. Unforgettable events on the mountains, in the valley and on the lakes.

©Jack/www.bad-goisern.net / Veranstaltungen für Kinder & Familien im Salzkammergut

Services and events in churches in the Salzkammergut

Church is more than worship. Readings and concerts take place regularly in the numerous places of worship. And there are always excellent events there. Artists with well-known names and brilliant voices.

Winter enjoyment with these events in the Salzkammergut

Torch walk in Hallstatt

Wait until it's dark! Then Hallstatt shows itself from a completely different side and stories take on their very own charm. Please register for organizational reasons. In prominent footsteps through the night!

Tourist office of Hallstatt, Seestraße 114 Hallstatt

New Year celebration in the Koppenbrüller Cave

Mystical start to the year in the UNESCO World Heritage region of Hallstatt Dachstein Salzkammergut in Austria. A adventure for the hole family!

Koppenbrüller cave (Koppenbrüllerhöhle), Obertraun

"Benjamin Lackner Quintet" in Bad Goisern

Premiere in the Salzkammerut: The German-American Benjamin Lackner presents his new album with the title "Spindrift" with his quintet in Bad Goisern. And you can be there live!

State music school, Schmiedgasse 13 Bad Goisern

Foto: © Copyright: Jazz Freunde Bad Ischl

Magical family experience: Magic of lights on "Mount Grünberg" in Gmuden

Am Grünberg in Gmunden am Traunsee verwandelt sich der Baumwipfelpfad Salzkammergut in eine strahlende Kulisse für einzigartige Wintermomente.

Salzkammergut treetop path, Am Grünberg Gmunden

24-hour exhibition - Non Stop "Into the Deep" in Ebensee

European Capital of Culture Bad Ischl Salzkammergut 2024

In Ebensee on the shores of Lake Traunsee, where sky and water meet at the Sky Waterwalk and the landing site (Landungsplatz) brings us back down to earth, a new creation from the series of augmented reality installations can be experienced.

Sun, Dec. 8, 2024 00:00 — 00:00 Bahnhof Landungsplatz Ebensee, Hauptstraße 36 Ebensee

Crib exhibition in a historic cellar

They have to look at that: Grandisoe's nativity scene exhibition. An exhibition with free admission in the historic Celtic cellar. Right in the center of the famous lake resort. An insider tip for selfie friends!

Sun, Dec. 8, 2024 09:00 — 18:00 Dachsteinsport Janu, Seestraße 50 Hallstatt

© Krauß/Kraft | Veranstaltungen im Salzkammergut: Krippenausstellung in Hallstatt

Only on Sunday, 8th December: Hallstatt Christmas Market 2024

Idyllic World Heritage Advent at yout winter holiday around Lake Hallstatt. Only on 8th December 2024. Experience an incomparable Christmas trip to Hallstatt in Austria!

Sun, Dec. 8, 2024 10:00 — 18:30 Market Square Hallstatt (Marktplatz Hallstatt), Marktplatz Hallstatt

Handmade gift ideas: Christmas market in Bad Ischl 2024

Look forward to original "hand g'machtes" (hand-made) products from the Kaiserstadt, to typical culinary delicacies as well as to a varied supporting programme that is full of atmosphere.

Sun, Dec. 8, 2024 10:00 — 18:00 Trinkhalle Bad Ischl, Bad Ischl

The most romantic place in the world: "Mountain Christmas Market " 2024 in Gosau

Probably the most beautiful Christmas market in Austria. Stroll, enjoy, taste and just take a deep breath and let your mind unwind. The most beautiful place to wait for Santa Claus. With great and uniquely beautiful gift ideas. You have to check this out!

Sun, Dec. 8, 2024 11:00 — 18:00 Homeland museum Gosau, Gosau

Pre-Christmas church concert in Bad Ischl

Atmospheric Advent concert on the holiday in the European Capital of Culture Bad Ischl Salzkammergut 2024.

Sun, Dec. 8, 2024 16:00 Protestant church of Bad Ischl, Kirchengasse 2 Bad Ischl

Advent Market in the Hand.Werk.Haus 2024

On Saturday and Sunday (on the third advent weekend) craftsmen and women from the Salzkammergut will be hosting a festive Christmas Market. Over 20 of our most talented artists proudly present their products both inside and in the courtyard at the Neuwildenstein stately home.

Sat, Dec. 14, 2024 10:00 — 18:00 Salzkammergut Hand.Werk.Haus, Rudolf-von-Alt-Weg 6 Bad Goisern

Atmospheric Christmas season: Goisern Christmas Market 2024

Enjoy the contemplative pre-Christmas season at the first "Goiserer Adventroas" in the middle of Bad Goisern. That's how beautiful the Christmas season is in the Salzkammergut. Atmospheric, uirge and full magic!

Sat, Dec. 14, 2024 10:00 — 18:00 Marketplace Bad Goisern, Marktplatz Bad Goisern

Tour for everyone: Guided snowshoe hike "Bibereck“ with Betty in Gosau

Your winter experience in the salzkammergut. Discover the snow-covered mountains. Join us on an unusual tour of discovery. Winter hike with Betty. An unforgettable holiday experience!

Mon, Dec. 16, 2024 09:45 — 13:00 Valley station of the Hornspitzlift, Gosau

© OÖTourismus/Röbl | Winterwandern mit Betty

Guided snowshoe hike with Betty in Gosau

Feel the tranquility of the mountains. Enjoy the pure clear winter air. This winter the big adventure is waiting for you! Winter fun for the whole family in around 3 ½ hours on the deep snow covered Zwieselalm in Gosau.

Sun, Dec. 22, 2024 09:45 — 14:00 Valley station of the Hornspitzlift, Gosau

© OÖTourismus/Röbl | Winter in Gosau: Schneeschuhwanderung “Dachstein West“

Guided snowshoe hike to the Skywalk "5fingers" on the Dachstein plateau

High alpine guided snowshoe hike on the 2000 meter high Krippensteinstein in Obertraun of about 2 hours. Two guided tours a day. On the way to the viewing platform "5Fingers". Snowshoeing for everyone.

Mon, Dec. 23, 2024 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Seilbahn (Talstation), Winkl 86 Obertraun

Guided snowshoe hike to the skywalk "5Fingers"

A fantastic half-day tour through the snow-covered landscape on the 2000-metre-high Krippenstein mountain. A hike for beginners and advanced hikers. With breathtaking impressions and unforgettable photos. Not everyone does that!

Mon, Dec. 23, 2024 09:30 — 12:30 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Cable car, Winkl 34 Obertraun

Guided snowshoe hike "Margschierf – Dachstein Plateau"

Fantastically beautiful, high alpine snowshoe hike of about three hours for everyone. With fantastically beautiful views. In the wild ice landscape on the Dachstein plateau. Let yourself be seduced by outdoor professionals. Just do it.

Mon, Dec. 23, 2024 09:30 — 12:30 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Cable car, Winkl 34 Obertraun

Guided Snowshoe Hike with Igloo Building

Pure Adventure. In the "ice desert" at 2000 meters above sea level. For everyone who is looking for a challenge. "Building houses" with a difference. Register now. Because together there is simply more winter.

Mon, Dec. 23, 2024 09:30 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Cable car, Winkl 34 Obertraun

Operetta Salon 2024 in Bad Ischl

Bad Ischl und die Operette – diese Liebe reicht bis in Kaiserzeiten zurück. Das Leben und Schaffen vieler Operettenmeister wurde durch das Salzkammergut beeinflusst, ebenso wie die kulturelle Entwicklung der Stadt durch diese Liaison bedeutend mitgeformt wurde.

Wed, Dec. 25, 2024 16:30 Trinkhalle Bad Ischl, Bad Ischl

Children's tour in winter with Sally in the Altaussee Salt Mine

There's a lot of fun on holiday with this duck: visitors to the tunnels of all ages can experience the world of miners with Sally in the salt mine of Altaussee, explore mysterious tunnels and discover a mysterious lake in the mountain. The family experience for everyone aged 4 and over. Little kids, great fun! Just do it!

Fri, Dec. 27, 2024 15:00 — 17:00 Altaussee salt mine, Lichtersberg 25 Altaussee

New Year’s Music in Obertraun

On the south-eastern shore of Lake Hallstatt, the old year is bid a traditional farewell and the New Year is welcomed in a very colourful way.

Sun, Dec. 29, 2024 17:00 — 20:00 Town square Obertraun (Gemeindeplatz), Obertraun 180 Obertraun

© Perstl | Neujahrsblasen der Ortsmusikkapelle Obertraun von Haus zu Haus

Guided snow shoe tour

In winter, you can experience this majestic high mountain range on guided snowshoe tours across the Dachstein wilderness plateau. Almost effortlessly we explore a fascinating karst landscape and enjoy the wonderful panoramic view.

Mon, Dec. 30, 2024 09:30 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Cable car, Winkl 34 Obertraun

Traditional Christmas in the Bad Ischl district of Lauffen

Christmas like back then. Experience the diverse customs of one of the most beautiful places in Austria. There, where the "stade" time is not quite so quiet!

Mon, Dec. 30, 2024 16:00 Pilgrimage church "Maria im Schatten" Lauffen, Marktstraße 49 Bad Ischl

Zwieselalm-Ascent in the Gosau Valley

Skiing tour to the Zwieselalm on the end of December in the Dachstein West Ski Region in Gosau. Register now! Limited number of participants.

Mon, Dec. 30, 2024 16:30 Panorama-Jet , Gosau

© werbegams / Zwieselalm-Aufstieg in Gosau Skitourengehen in der Ferienregion Dachstein Salzkammergut

Guided tour of the "Casino Keller" (underground cellar vault) in Bad Ischl

Wander through the 400 year old „Casino Cellar“ which served as a refridgerator for both the Brewery and people of Bad Ischl

Wed, Jan. 1, 2025 Casino Keller, Grazer Straße 16 Bad Ischl

New Year's Swim for Everyone

This event is not for the faint-hearted, because in Bad Goisern on Lake Hallstatt you start the new year with the New Year's swim. A "cool event" in the truest sense of the word. There will also be a great supporting programme.

Wed, Jan. 1, 2025 11:00 — 14:00 Car Park "Untersee (Strandbad)" Bad Goisern, Untersee Bad Goisern am Hallstättersee

New Year's Concert in Bad Ischl 2025

On 1 January 2025, the Sinfonietta da Camera Salzburg under the direction of Peter Wesenauer invites you to the traditional New Year's Concert at the Kongress & TheaterHaus Bad Ischl.

Wed, Jan. 1, 2025 16:30 Congress and Theater House Bad Ischl, Kurhausstraße 8 Bad Ischl

Nativity trip with horse-drawn carriage in Bad Ischl

A particularly beautiful tradition in Bad Ischl is the craft of making nativity scenes. There are now a large number of these masterpieces, some of which you can admire on the Nativity trip with horse-drawn carriage “Kripperlroas”.

Thu, Jan. 2, 2025 13:30 Tourist office of Bad Ischl, Auböckplatz 5 - Trinkhalle Bad Ischl

New Year's Concert in Gosau

Mit einem musikalischen Querschnitt aus der "Fledermaus“ von Johann Strauß geht es ins neue Jahr. Beim beliebten Neujahrskonzert des Salonorchesters der Landesmusikschule Bad Goisern in Gosau.

Sat, Jan. 4, 2025 20:00 — 22:00 Culture Centre Gosau, Gosau

The age-old customs around winter nights: "Glöcker parade" (Glöcklerlauf) in Obertraun

The age-old customs around winter nights with their secret magic have been a staple in the winter months for decades. One of the most beautiful customs is the Glöcklerlauf in Obertraun on 5 January, the eve of the Epiphany Festival.

Sun, Jan. 5, 2025 16:45 Town square Obertraun (Gemeindeplatz), Obertraun 180 Obertraun

With ancient custom into the new year: Glöcklerlauf “Glöckler Parade“ in Bad Ischl 2025

A parade of light and a unique atmosphere: "Glöcklerlauf" (parade) and Ride of the "Three Kings" in the centre of the spa and imperial town of Bad Ischl. An ancient custom with a firm place in the tradition of the Salzkammergut. A highlight for all those who are on holiday around Bad Ischl at this time!

Sun, Jan. 5, 2025 17:00 — 19:00 Bad Ischl, Bad Ischl

© Kulturplattform Bad Ischl | Glöcklerlauf im Zentrum von Bad Ischl

The first highlight in the new year: Glöcklerlauf (parade) in Bad Goisern 2025

Processions take place on the evening of 5th January. Eager spectators gather to watch the parades of figures dressed all in white. The men carry large bells attached to their belts and wear elaborate head decorations. These are illuminated on the inside by large candles.

Sun, Jan. 5, 2025 20:00 Marketplace Bad Goisern, Marktplatz Bad Goisern

New Year's Concert in Bad Goisern

Start the “New Year” with music in Bad Goisern on Lake Hallstatt. An entertaining concert experience not just for classical music fans!

Mon, Jan. 6, 2025 18:00 — 20:00 Festival hall Bad Goisern, Vereinsgasse 4 Bad Goisern

Balasz Moldiz, ungarischer Stargeiger, wird dieses Konzert zu einem unvergesslichen Jahresbeginn werden lassen

Evening tour of the mountain of treasures - Salzwelten Altaussee

An adventurous evening tour for the whole family. Discover old miners' tunnels and underground lakes. A varied evening experience on your holiday!

Wed, Jan. 8, 2025 17:00 Altaussee salt mine, Lichtersberg 25 Altaussee

Balloon Week Gosau 2025

Mid-January people will look up to the skies for a very different reason 30 to 40 brightly coloured hot air balloons will take to the skies, creating a magnificent display against a backdrop of snow laden trees and stunning mountain scenery.

Sat, Jan. 18, 2025 08:00 — 10:00 Gosau, Gosau

"Hot Air Balloon Night" 2025

Highlight of the event is the display of hot air balloons by night. A stunning visual treat! Spectators flock to the Gosau and see how enormous flames create the hot air needed to inflate these huge, brightly coloured balloons.

Wed, Jan. 22, 2025 18:00 — 22:00 Gosau, Gosau

Night Ski Show 2025 in Gosau

Not to be missed: Spectacular ski show with flag parade, rocket backpack and a large firework display and much more. The holiday experience!

Tue, Jan. 28, 2025 20:00 — 21:00 Valley station of the Hornspitzlift, Gosau

The first highlight of the year! "International Winter Variety Show 2025"

The "Winter Variety Show in Bad stages a new and unique show program every year! From 6 to 9 February 2025, the Winter Varieté once again invites you to immerse yourself in a world full of wonder and inspiration. You can't miss it. World-class variety on your holiday in Austria.

Feb. 6 - 9, 2025 Congress and Theater House Bad Ischl, Kurhausstraße 8 Bad Ischl

The winter sports event on the ice: Skijoring in Gosau 2025

Da capo for a true winter sports highlight in the picturesque Gosau Valley! And the formula is: motocross + skiing = skijoring. Who will take home the victory in this very special speed sport variant this time? You can be there live!

Sat, Feb. 8, 2025 10:00 — 16:00 Sports center Gosau, Gosau

Between classical music and jazz: "Irene Reig Quartet" as a guest in Bad Ischl

The composer and saxophonist Irene Reig is one of the outstanding representatives of the new generation of Catalan jazz musicians. Now the Irene Reig Quartet will be a guest in the spa and imperial city of Bad Ischl in February 2025.

Thu, Feb. 20, 2025 20:00 State Music School Bad Ischl, Gassnerweg 9 Bad Ischl

Ice swimming at Lake Hallstatt, Austria 2025

The annual ice swimming at Lake Hallstatt is the 7th in a row, and takes place on Saturday the 22th of February 2025 at the Untersee beach.

Sat, Feb. 22, 2025 09:30 — 14:00 Car Park "Untersee (Strandbad)" Bad Goisern, Untersee Bad Goisern am Hallstättersee

More skiing fun: Early rides for all ski tourers 2025

For all ski tourers: Early Bird cable car rides onto the Krippenstein in Obertraun. Every weekend! Please note: Only one way.

Fri, Feb. 28, 2025 07:30 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Cable car, Winkl 34 Obertraun

© Kraft | Early Bird Fahrten auf den Krippenstein in Obertraun

Daily tours through the Saltmine in Altaussee

Altaussee Salt Mine: Experience the largest active salt mine in Austria! The perfect family outing – in rainy weather and sunshine!

Sat, Nov. 29, 2025 09:00 — 16:00 Altaussee salt mine, Lichtersberg 25 Altaussee

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