Tyrolean Advent markets: tradition and magic in the run -up to Christmas

Von WOM

In North Tyrol, the pre -Christmas season opens its goals with the enchanting Christkindlmarkt in Innsbruck, Hall in Tyrol, Kufstein, Rattenberg, Schwaz, Seefeld, St. Johann in Tyrol and Achensee. These markets, combined under the common brand "Advent in Tirol", are a real highlight for everyone who is looking for spiritual and cultural enjoyment in the tranquil atmosphere of the Tyrolean Advent tradition.

Each of these Christmas markets has its own charm. Instead of noise and consumer frenzy, customs and handmade quality are very important here. At the lovingly designed stands, visitors mostly expect regional products and handicrafts. Here choirs and wind players appear that ensure the musical framework.

special features of the markets

The oversized advent calendar, which adorns the market at the Upper Stadtplatz in Hall in Tyrol, is particularly impressive. You can meet this directly opposite the ice skating in the Rathaushof. In Schwaz, the music of over 35 groups sounds that ensure Christmas sounds. Children can even write a letter to the Christ child on the market in Seefeld, while on Lake Achensee, a Christmas ship also provides amazed faces.

feeds the stomach and the heart: In St. Johann in Tyrol, visitors can expect traditional delicacies such as Brodakrapfen and Germkiachl. Rattenberg shines through candlelight and torches and serves Advent wine, which contributes to an atmospheric atmosphere. The Christmas market in the Kufsteiner Stadtpark relies on tradition and the Kufstein fortress offers handmade handicrafts.

In addition, the market in Innsbruck, which presents more than 64 stands to visitors and is particularly popular with families. Maria-Theresien-Straße illuminates in the sea of ​​lights and atmospheric smaller markets such as at Wiltener Platzl and on the Bergisel invite you to linger. From the market on Hungerburg, visitors also have a romantic view of the city's panorama.

For those who want to learn more about the individual markets and their opening times, there is comprehensive information on the website www.adventtintirol.com.

Text: Editor, Photo: Innsbruck Tourismus/Daniel Zangerl