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.

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

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.

“Silent Night“ in Hallstatt

Reflective, down to earth, delicious! Enjoy the pre-Christmas period in Hallstatt. A pleasure for all your senses! Where time stands still! Let yourself be enchanted. The place to be!

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.

Events during Christmas & New Year

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

Guided snowshoeing tours

You love extraordinary, original nature experiences? Then, you absolutely should try snowshoeing. Discover nature with snowshoes on your feet.

© OÖ.Tourismus/Röbl | Schneeschuhwandern im Salzkammergut

A Procession of light and sound

The "Glöcklerlauf" is a time-honoured local tradition on 5th January. 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 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

Reflective, down to earth, delicious! Enjoy the pre-Christmas period in the Salzkammergut. A pleasure for all your senses! Where time stands still! Let yourself be enchanted. The place to be!

Events during the winter time

Christmas market of Bad Ischl

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.

Trinkhalle Bad Ischl, Bad Ischl

Torch walk in Hallstatt

The winter landscape appears mystical and romantic during a torchlight stroll through Hallstatt. A special tour during your winter holiday in Hallstatt.

Mon, Nov. 2, 2020 17:00 — 18:30 Tourismusbüro Hallstatt, Seestraße 114 Hallstatt

CANCELD Gosauer Berg-Weihnacht 2020

The “Gosauer Bergweihnacht"- the wildly romantic Advent market in the Salzkammergut, in the Gosau open-air museum “Schmiedbauern” has this year been canceled. Reason: the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic. The organisers look forward to seeing you again in 2021.

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

CANCELD! Krampus Run in Hallstatt 2020

Different masks will be worn this year. Due to the global Corona pandemic, the Krampus Run has been cancelled for safety reasons.

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

© Kraft | Traditioneller Krampuslauf Hallstatt

CANCELD! Krampus run in Obertraun on Lake Hallstatt

Different masks will be worn this year. Due to the global Corona pandemic, the Krampus Run has been cancelled for safety reasons.

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

CANCELLED! Krampus Parade in Bad Goisern 2020

Different masks will be worn this year. Due to the global Corona pandemic, the Krampus Run has been cancelled for safety reasons. Don't be sad because there will be a reunion in the coming year. The organisers are already looking forward to 2021!

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

CANCELD! Christmas Market in Hallstatt 2020

Unfortunately due to the current situation - "Keyword Corona" – it will not be possible to hold the Christmas market in Hallstatt this year. We deeply regret this! Stay loyal to us and we look forward to seeing you again next year.

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

Advent Market in the Hand.Werk.Haus 2019

Over 20 of our most talented artists proudly present their products both inside and in the courtyard at the Neuwildenstein stately home.

Sat, Dec. 12, 2020 10:00 — 18:00 Hand.Werk.Haus, Rudolf-von-Alt-Weg 6 Bad Goisern

Ice Swimming in Lake Hallstatt!

Not for the faint hearted Now for the fourth time, the best and hardest ice swimmers will meet in December on the southern shore of Lake Hallstatt. The ice cold Advent Event

Sat, Dec. 12, 2020 10:00 — 18:00 Seecafe Strandbad Obertraun, Obertraun

© Pixeleo | port-Veranstaltungen und Evets im Salzkammergut: Eisschwimmen in Obertraun am Hallstättersee im Rahmen des “EisCups“ in Österreich.

Guided Snowshoe hike “Bibereck“

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

Mon, Dec. 14, 2020 09:30 — 12:00 Talstation Hornspitzlift Gosau, Gosau

© OÖTourismus/Röbl | Winterwandern mit Betty

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, Dec. 17, 2020 09:30 — 13:00 Hornspitzbahn, Gosau

© Röbl/OÖ Werbung | Veranstaltungen im Winter in Gosau & Gosautal im Salzkammergut: Schneeschuhwanderung “Genieß die Natur“ In der Skiregion Dachstein West. Winterwandern bei Ihrem Urlaub in 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, Dec. 23, 2020 09:30 — 15:00 Talstation Hornspitzlift Gosau, Gosau

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

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.

Tue, Dec. 29, 2020 09:30 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Seilbahn, Winkl 34 Obertraun

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

© Kulturplattform Bad Ischl | Glöcklerlauf im Zentrum von 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

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!

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