Experience Salzburg, the city of Mozart, during the romantic Christmas season
During the festive Advent season, the Baroque city of Salzburg reveals a truly magical atmosphere. The famous Getreidegasse and the entire historic city centre are illuminated with Christmas lights and festive decorations. The historic streets are filled with the sounds and scents of Christmas, while the lovingly decorated stalls at Salzburg’s Christmas markets invite you to browse and enjoy. From handcrafted gifts and traditional specialities to hot drinks, Salzburg’s Christmas markets offer a unique atmosphere that delights visitors from all over the world every year. Immerse yourself in the romantic Christmas atmosphere and enjoy unforgettable Advent moments in Salzburg!
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Christmas market in Salzburg´s Old Town
Five weeks before Christmas, the traditional Salzburg Christkindlmarkt opens at Cathedral and Residenzplatz. One of the oldest Christmas markets in Europe, it has enchanted Salzburg since the 15th century and is considered one of the most beautiful markets in the world.
During your Christmas holiday in Salzburg, experience a unique atmosphere filled with traditional handicrafts, festive Christmas tree decorations and the tempting aromas of Christmas biscuits and roasted almonds. Enjoy Austrian culinary specialities and listen to the Salzburg choirs performing festive Christmas music throughout the Christkindlmarkt.
A special highlight of Advent in Salzburg is the impressive Turmblasen. Every Thursday and Saturday, festive melodies ring out from the towers surrounding Salzburg Cathedral, performed by some of Salzburg’s most renowned brass musicians. This tradition fills the city with a unique festive atmosphere and creates an unforgettable Advent experience.
Advent Singing & Concerts in Salzburg
For over 60 years, the Salzburg Advent Singing at the Grosses Festspielhaus has been part of the city’s festive traditions. Here, the Christmas story is brought vividly to life through music and theatrical performances. Music lovers should also not miss the atmospheric Advent concerts in the historic St. Peter’s Church and the Burgsaal at Hohensalzburg Fortress.
Salzburg advent with Christ Child, Perchten and Krampus
Of course, the Christ Child and his angels also drop by on Advent Saturdays.
On 5 December, scary fellows with shaggy animal skins, rumbling bells and self-carved masks, the traditional Perchten, create a truly spooky atmosphere during Advent. At the annual Perchtenlauf in Salzburg’s old town, the evil spirits are driven away – an unforgettable experience in Salzburg’s Advent!
And on 6 December St. Nicholas and his ghoulish companion, the Krampus, stroll through the Christkindlmarkt.
Another highlight for children and adults alike is the ice skating rink on Mozartplatz, where you can skate your laps. Afterwards, a punch in the winter lounge will warm you up again.
Fascinating Salzburg tradition right on your hotel doorstep, unique and unforgettable.
The ice skating rink at Mozartplatz offers families a wonderful winter experience. Young and old can enjoy skating here before warming up with a hot punch in the cosy winter lounge.
Christmas market at Mirabellplatz
Only a few minutes’ walk from the Hotel Scherer is the cosy Christmas market on Mirabellplatz. Located in front of the imposing Mirabell Palace, the Christmas market not only impresses with its artfully decorated huts but also with its wide variety of Salzburg delicacies.
Advent in the Sternarkaden
Also right in Salzburg’s Old Town, another traditional Christmas market welcomes you during Advent – the Sternadvent in the Sternarkaden. This smaller and lovingly designed Christmas market stretches between Getreidegasse and Griesgasse. The animals in the “living nativity scene” give the Christkindlmarkt a particularly authentic character. And even after the holidays, you can experience a contemplative time-out in Salzburg at the Christmas market with its designer goods and handicraft products.
Traditional Christmas market full of handmade treasures and regional delicacies in the heart of Salzburg.
Hellbrunn advent magic
The Hellbrunn Adventzauber transports you into a wonderfully romantic world that captivates every visitor. Against the impressive backdrop of Hellbrunn Palace, a fairytale forest awaits, beautifully decorated for the festive season. Enjoy the magical atmosphere while the palace façade is transformed into a giant Advent calendar.
With 10,000 sparkling ornaments and lights, the surroundings become a radiant winter wonderland with a peaceful, festive atmosphere. Stroll along the beautifully decorated paths, explore the many stalls featuring handmade crafts and traditional Christmas treats, and enjoy a festive experience for all the senses. The Hellbrunn Adventzauber is the perfect place to soak up the magic of the Christmas season and enjoy unforgettable moments in this romantic winter setting.
Stroll between the numerous Advent stalls and be enchanted by the traditional and festive offerings. There is a varied and creative children's programme for the little ones.
Salzburg Fortress Advent
In the courtyard of the Hohensalzburg Fortress, a small but enchanting Advent market takes place. Enjoy a fabulous view of the city of Salzburg from above and a sparkling sea of lights consisting of a hundred traditional Herrnhut stars in the Festungsgasse and the Burghof itself. Typical Salzburg specialities, choir singing, brass bands, a Krampus procession, a children’s workshop and stalls with arts and crafts will also put you in the Christmas spirit.
Stirgl beer Advent
Enjoy a delicious Bock beer at the Beer Advent in the Stiegl Brewery World, made even tastier by the traditional Bierstachln. A colourful supporting programme ranging from a storyteller and a free glass engraver to curling will give young and old alike an unforgettable Advent in Salzburg. Get in the mood for the Christmas season in a beery atmosphere!
Advent market in the Franziskischlössl on the Kapuzinerberg
Enjoy regional delicacies at the Advent market in the Franziskischlössl. Cheese, bacon, Bosna, smoked specialities and much more – at the culinary market you can feast on typical specialities from Austria consisting of regional products and, of course, homemade food. Our own shuttle service takes you conveniently from Linzergasse to the Advent Market on Kapuzinerberg. The Advent market is open on Advent weekends, from 11:00 to 18:00.
Your Hotel near the Christmas markets in Salzburg
Spend the quietest time of the year in Salzburg! After visiting the Christkindlmarkt in the old town, stroll along the Salzach promenade back to the Hotel Scherer to relax in your cosy room.
The team of the Hotel Scherer is looking forward to your room reservation all year round. But we especially welcome you to our 4-star hotel during Advent!
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