Events in winter

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

High-percentage and handicraft in Hallstatt

Beautiful holiday memories: noble brandies and gift ideas made of wood in the historic centre of Hallstatt. It pays to take a look!

Schnaps & Holz im Badergraben, Wolfengasse 67 Hallstatt

Ice swimming in Obertraun - the event!

When the winter in the Salzkammergut slowly disappears and the first signs of spring become visible, hard guys and cool girls have only one destination - Lake Hallstatt in Obertraun.

Seecafe Strandbad Obertraun, Obertraun

Ice skating in Bad Ischl

The daily skating pleasure in the fairytale winter landscape with skate rental. I must go there!

Fri, Nov. 22, 2019 14:00 Bad Ischl, Bad Ischl

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.

Sat, Nov. 23, 2019 10:00 — 18:00 Trinkhalle Bad Ischl, Bad Ischl

Lantern walk through Hallstatt

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

Sat, Nov. 23, 2019 17:00 — 18:30 Tourismusbüro Hallstatt, Seestraße 99 Hallstatt

Kalß Nativity Scene in Bad Ischl

Discover the Kalss nativity scene - one of the largest nativity scenes in the Salzkammergut with more than 300 partly movable figures. An excursion tip for the whole family. Not only on rainy days!

Fri, Nov. 29, 2019 10:00 — 17:00 Museum der Stadt Bad Ischl,

Gosauer Berg-Weihnacht 2019

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

Sat, Nov. 30, 2019 Heimatmuseum Gosau, Gosau

Crib exhibition in a historic cellar

A very special piece of folk art in the rooms of the archaeological excavations under the Janu sports shop in Hallstatt.

Sat, Nov. 30, 2019 10:00 — 20:00 Dachsteinsport Janu, Seestraße 50 Hallstatt

World Heritage cookiemarket

Sat, Nov. 30, 2019 14:00 — 18:00 ev. Altenheim, Bahnhofstraße 1 Bad Goisern

Children's Krampus run on Hallstatt’s Market Square

Scarily beautiful mask spectacle for big and small friends of Krampus right in the historic centre of the world-famous salt mining village. Goose bumps guaranteed!

Wed, Dec. 4, 2019 17:00 — 20:00 Hallstätter Marktplatz und in den idyllischen Gassen, Marktplatz Hallstatt

Krampus Run in Hallstatt 2019

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!

Thu, Dec. 5, 2019 18:00 — 23:00 Hallstätter Marktplatz und in den idyllischen Gassen, Marktplatz Hallstatt

Krampus run in Obertraun on Lake Hallstatt

Thu, Dec. 5, 2019 19:00 Gemeindeplatz Obertraun, Obertraun 180 Obertraun

Christmas Market in Hallstatt 2019

Idyllic World Heritage Advent at yout winter holiday around Lake Hallstatt. Only on 7th & 8th December 2019. Experience an incomparable Christmas trip to Hallstatt in Austria!

Sat, Dec. 7, 2019 Hallstätter Marktplatz, Marktplatz Hallstatt

Krampus Parade in Bad Goisern 2019

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

Sat, Dec. 7, 2019 19:00 Marktplatz Bad Goisern, Marktplatz Bad Goisern

Christmas Market on the Salzberg in Hallstatt

Mountain Advent with breath-taking panoramic views. At the Skywalk. With a lot of tradition and crafts. Only on the 8th December 2019! The highest Christmas market in the Salzkammergut! Not to be missed!

Sun, Dec. 8, 2019 09:00 — 18:00 Salzberg , 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. 14, 2019 10:00 — 18:00 Hand.Werk.Haus, Rudolf-von-Alt-Weg 6 Bad Goisern

Guided Snowshoe hike “Bibereck“

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

Mon, Dec. 16, 2019 09:45 — 12:00 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, Dec. 19, 2019 09:45 — 13:00 Panorama-Jet , Gosau

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.

Sun, Dec. 22, 2019 09:30 — 14:30 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Seilbahn, Winkl 34 Obertraun

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. 25, 2019 09:45 — 15:00 Talstation Hornspitzlift Gosau, Gosau

Evening tour of the mountain of treasures - Salzwelten Altaussee 2019/2020

Daily evening tours at 5 and 7 p.m. - 31.12.2019 Closed

Wed, Dec. 25, 2019 17:00 — 18:30 Salzwelten Altaussee, Lichtersberg 25 Altaussee

Candle light swimming

An evening full of pleasure! Epicurean delicacies, take a bath at candlelight, delightful diversion program

Tue, Dec. 31, 2019 10:00 — 23:59 Narzissen Vital Resort, Pötschenstr. 172 Bad Aussee

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.

Sun, Jan. 5, 2020 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.

Sun, Jan. 5, 2020 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.

Sun, Jan. 5, 2020 20:00 Marktplatz Bad Goisern, Marktplatz Bad Goisern

Balloon Week Gosau 2020

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.

Sun, Jan. 19, 2020 08:00 — 10:00 Gosau, Gosau

"Hot Air Balloon Night" 2020

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, 2020 18:00 — 22:00 Gosau, Gosau

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