Events in winter

Spatzennest Russbach: Games and fun for kids!

Open daily! From 22nd December 2019 to 29th of March 2020.

Hornbahn Talstation, Rußbach

Guided tour ”Casino Keller

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

Casino Keller, Grazer Straße 16 Bad Ischl

Hiking with Betty: 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.

Dachstein-Krippenstein-Seilbahn, Winkl 34 Obertraun

Floodlit skiing in Gosau

Every Friday from 18:30 to 20:30 hrs. in the UNESCO World Heritage region of Hallstatt Dachstein Salzkammergut

Fri, Feb. 21, 2020 18:30 — 20:30 Ötscherlift, Gosau

Services for sporty early risers

For all ski tourers: Early Bird cable car rides onto the Krippenstein in Obertraun. Every weekend and public holidays at 7:30hrs.

Sat, Feb. 22, 2020 07:30 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Seilbahn, Winkl 34 Obertraun

First International Kalmbergtrophy - ski jumping

Sat, Feb. 22, 2020 09:00 Nordisches Sportzentrum, Bad Goisern

Guided Snowshoe hike “Bibereck“

Winter hike with Betty: Every Monday during your holiday in Gosau.

Mon, Feb. 24, 2020 09:45 — 12:00 Talstation Hornspitzlift Gosau, Gosau

Snowshoe hike “Dachstein West“

Winter fun for the whole family in around 3 ½ hours on the deep snow covered Zwieselalm in Gosau.

Wed, Feb. 26, 2020 09:45 — 15:00 Talstation Hornspitzlift Gosau, Gosau

Snowshoe hike “Enjoy the nature”

On the trail of the magic of the white landscape during and unforgettable winter hike. Do not forget to register in time.

Thu, Feb. 27, 2020 09:45 — 13:00 Panorama-Jet , Gosau

Concert in the Gosaustub´n

Sun, Mar. 8, 2020 11:00 — 16:00 Mittelstation der Hornspitzliften / Gosaustub´n, Gosau

FISCHER Skitest in Gosau, Zwieselalm

Be the first to test the newest „Fischer“ skiing equipment for young and old.

Sun, Apr. 5, 2020 Zwieselalm, Gosau

Gosauer Berg-Weihnacht 2020

Simple, lively, colourful and traditional: Gosau "Bergweihnacht" - A Christmas Market Experience an incomparable Christmas trip to Gosau!

Sat, Nov. 28, 2020 11:00 — 19:00 Heimatmuseum Gosau, Gosau

Krampus Run in Hallstatt 2020

Colourful fire show with hot drinks, St. Nicholas, and lots of devilishly good masks. A hell of a good spectacle that shouldn’t be missed!

Sat, Dec. 5, 2020 18:00 — 23:00 Hallstätter Marktplatz und in den idyllischen Gassen, Marktplatz Hallstatt

Krampus run in Obertraun on Lake Hallstatt

On the Krampus parade in Obertraun on 5th of December at the market square the good St. Nicholases will meet more than 30 Krampus and Perchten.

Sat, Dec. 5, 2020 19:00 Gemeindeplatz Obertraun, Obertraun 180 Obertraun

Krampus Parade in Bad Goisern 2020

700 "Krampusses" and demons, St Nicholasses and good angels will assemble once again in the market square in Bad Goisern for this annual event.

Mon, Dec. 7, 2020 19:00 Marktplatz Bad Goisern, Marktplatz Bad Goisern

Christmas Market in Hallstatt 2020

Idyllic World Heritage Advent at yout winter holiday around Lake Hallstatt. Only 8th December 2020. Experience an incomparable Christmas trip to Hallstatt in Austria!

Tue, Dec. 8, 2020 Hallstätter Marktplatz, Marktplatz Hallstatt

Evening tour of the mountain of treasures - Salzwelten Altaussee 2020/2021

Daily evening tours at 5 p.m. - 31.12.2020 Closed

Fri, Dec. 25, 2020 17:00 — 18:30 Salzwelten Altaussee, Lichtersberg 25 Altaussee

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!

Sat, Jan. 2, 2021 17:00 — 20:00 Koppenbrüllerhöhle, Obertraun

Glöcklerlauf in Obertraun

The "Glöcklerlauf" is a time-honoured local tradition. 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, and that they protect us from unfortunate events.

Tue, Jan. 5, 2021 17:00 Gemeindeplatz Obertraun, Obertraun 180 Obertraun

Glöcklerlauf “Glöckler Parade“ in Bad Ischl

Each year on 5th January, at around 6pm , Bad Ischl has “Glöcklerlauf”. The name "Glöckler" derives from the word “knock” and is rooted in an old Salzkammergut tradition.

Tue, Jan. 5, 2021 17:00 — 19:00 Bad Ischl, Bad Ischl

Glöcklerlauf in Bad Goisern

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.

Tue, Jan. 5, 2021 20:00 Marktplatz Bad Goisern, Marktplatz Bad Goisern

Balloon Week Gosau 2021

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. 16, 2021 08:00 — 10:00 Gosau, Gosau

"Hot Air Balloon Night" 2021

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. 20, 2021 18:00 — 22:00 Gosau, Gosau