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.
Event series in winter
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
The Neuwildenstein Stately Home
Bad Goisern | Hand.Werk.Haus: Still not found any souvenirs from your vacation? Then why not take a look at Hand.Werk.Haus Goisern in the town's centre. Here you will find a large selection of unique handicrafts "Made in Salzkammergut" for all occasions.
World Heritage Advent in Austria
Around Lake Hallstatt: Be enchanted by the numerous events of the World Heritage Advent. Some of those events have attracted way beyond the region since many years. So just be enthralled by those highlights of the advent.
Guided snowshoeing tours
You love extraordinary, original nature experiences? Then, you absolutely should try snowshoeing. Discover nature with snowshoes on your feet.
A Procession of light and sound
Bad Goisern & Obertraun: The "Glöcklerlauf" is a time-honoured local tradition on 5th January 2017. This is hardly surprising, as it is believed that the illuminated head decorations and the ringing of the bells bring good luck into the community in the coming year!
Carneval season on Lake Hallstatt
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.
» Fasching in der Welterberegion Hallstatt Dachstein Salzkammergut
The Sound of Hallstatt
Under the motto "The Sound of Hallstatt", the world-famous lakeside town presents itself from its musical side. You can expect a varied musical program during your holiday in Hallstatt.
Events
Candle light swimming
Date: Fri, May. 4, 2018
, 10:00 — 23:59
Ort:
Narzissen Vital Resort,
8990
Bad Aussee
An evening full of pleasure! Epicurean delicacies, take a bath at candlelight, delightful diversion program
Gosauer Berg-Weihnacht 2018
Date: Sat, Dec. 1, 2018
, 13:00 — 18:00
Ort:
Heimatmuseum Gosau,
4824
Gosau
Simple, lively, colourful and traditional: Gosau "Bergweihnacht" - A Christmas Market Experience an incomparable Christmas trip to Gosau!
Krampus run in Hallstatt 2018
Date: Wed, Dec. 5, 2018
, 18:00 — 23:00
Ort:
Hallstätter Marktplatz und in den idyllischen Gassen,
4830
Hallstatt
Krampus run in Obertraun on Lake Hallstatt
Date: Wed, Dec. 5, 2018
, 19:00
Ort:
Gemeindeplatz Obertraun,
4831
Obertraun
Krampus Parade in Bad Goisern 2018
Date: Fri, Dec. 7, 2018
, 17:00
Ort:
Marktplatz Bad Goisern,
4822
Bad Goisern
700 "Krampusses" and demons, St Nicholasses and good angels will assemble once again in the market square in Bad Goisern for this annual event.
Christmas Market in Hallstatt 2018
Date: Sat, Dec. 8, 2018
Ort:
Hallstätter Marktplatz,
4830
Hallstatt
Authentic customs, living traditions and a touch of romance in December. Experience an incomparable Christmas trip to Hallstatt!
Advent Market in the Hand.Werk.Haus 2018
Date: Sat, Dec. 15, 2018
, 10:00
Ort:
Hand.Werk.Haus,
4822
Bad Goisern
Over 20 of our most talented artists proudly present their products both inside and in the courtyard at the Neuwildenstein stately home.
New Yers Eve in the Lake Side Hotel
Date: Mon, Dec. 31, 2018
, 19:30
Ort:
Seehotel Grüner Baum,
4830
Hallstatt
Kulinarischer Jahresausklang mit farbenprächtigem Feuerwerk im historischen Ortszentrum von Hallstatt - direkt am See.
Glöcklerlauf in Obertraun
Date: Sat, Jan. 5, 2019
, 16:45
Ort:
Gemeindeplatz Obertraun,
4831
Obertraun
Glöcklerlauf in Bad Goisern
Date: Sat, Jan. 5, 2019
, 20:00
Ort:
Marktplatz Bad Goisern,
4822
Bad Goisern
Balloon Week Gosau 2019
Date: Sat, Jan. 12, 2019
, 08:00 — 10:00
Ort:
Gosau,
4824
Gosau
Starting point of the balloons: Directly on the Gosauseestraße between Vordertal and Mittertal in Gosau. Parking available! Every day between about 8:00 and 10:00.
"Hot Air Balloon Night" 2019
Date: Wed, Jan. 16, 2019
, 19:00 — 22:00
Ort:
Gosau,
4824
Gosau
The majestic giants light up the winter night sky and create interesting choreographed lights, one or two passing over the fascinated crowds below.
Enjoy a gentle tour
The winter in the UNESCO World Heritage region of Hallstatt Dachstein Salzkammergut has many facets - also a very tranquil one. As a nature lover, you can enjoy the snowy winter landscape around Lake Hallstatt and Gosau Valley at its most romantic. Many prepared winter hiking trails invite you to relax, marvel and enjoy the snow-covered landscape. The smooth, soft crunching of the snow, the wintry silence and the magnificent winter scenery all have magical power. Numerous winter trails are even located right on the doorstep of your hosts and together with the thermal spa offerings they make a perfect combination for a great winter vacation around Lake Hallstatt. See you in Austria!
Information at a glance
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Tourist information
The 4 tourism offices of the UNESCO World Heritage region of Hallstatt Dachstein Salzkammergut
on a click
Tourism information Bad Goisern on Lake Hallstatt Phone: +43 (0) 5 95095 100 E-Mail
Tourism information Gosau Phone +43 (0) 5 95095 20 E-Mail
Tourism information Hallstatt Phone +43 (0) 5 95095 30 E-Mail
Tourism information Obertraun Phone: +43 (0) 5 95095 40 E-Mail
