Wichtelwanderweg with horse-drawn sleigh
Would you like to ride the gnome hiking trail by horse-drawn sleigh? Then we recommend that you book the horse-drawn sleigh early when you make your room enquiry or booking.
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Katschberg Advent Trail - pure winter romance
Holidays at Das KATSCHBERG in Carinthia - the Christmas experience as it used to be
Contemplative Advent walk through the snow
Advent atmosphere in the mountains of Carinthia - experience atmospheric musicians, torches and mountain Advent far away from kitsch and commerce on the Katschberg Advent Trail. Enjoy your skiing holiday in Carinthia with a great supporting programme on the Katschberg.
From 29 November to 25 December, the little Christmas miracle takes place on the Katschberg between Salzburg and Carinthia. Every Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday between 2.00 pm and 8.00 pm, the Advent Trail on the Katschberg is open for you on the Katschberghöhe (with entertainment from 3.00 pm).
Prices Advent Trail:
- Admission without mug & without tea or mugs from previous years & free tea along the stations on the Advent Trail: € 20.00
- New purchase of the mug including admission & free tea along the stations on the Advent Trail: € 25.00
- Admission is free for children under the age of 12. With additional purchase of a children's mug: € 10,-
Highlights of the Katschberg Advent Trail
- Hiking along the gnome trail
- Forest of lights and Christmas labyrinth
- Horse drawn sleigh ride to the Pritzenhütte (advance booking required at the horse centre)
- Rustic huts & hay barn
- Living nativity scene with sheep & ponies
- Tea stations to warm up
- Contemplative Christmas carols put you in the Advent mood
Let yourself be enchanted by this special offer at Katschberg at Christmas and in the run-up to Christmas. Experience an unforgettable winter holiday in Carinthia at the 4* Hotel Das KATSCHBERG. Enquire now or book a suitable room.
Other Advent & Christmas markets in the region
In addition to the Katschberg Advent Trail, there are other Christmas markets around Katschberg that will sweeten your Advent season on Katschberg.
Here are some tips for magical Christmas markets near Katschberg that you can visit during your winter holiday on Katschberg:
Advent in the artists' town of Gmünd
Immerse yourself in the atmospheric ambience of Gmünd and experience magical concerts by over 150 children and musicians from the artists' town. Admire unique arts and crafts and a colourful variety of unique items from over 50 exhibitors from the region. Enjoy culinary delights and sample Christmas specialities from the region.
This market is open on the following days:
- Friday 29.11., Saturday 30.11. & Sunday 01.12.
- Saturday 07.12. & Sunday 08.12.
- and Saturday 14.12. & Sunday 15.12.
* always from 10.00 - 19.00 hrs. Admission is free!
Maltatal Advent at the Göss Falls
Follow the illuminated Advent trail to the first Gössfall, which is decorated with a beautiful nativity scene. Here you will find various handicraft products and local delicacies as well as mulled wine and hot punch to savour. This market will take place on 14 and 15 December 2024 from 2 pm to 7 pm.
Advent market St. Michael im Lungau
Experience a contemplative Advent market with Christmas stalls offering local products and regional delicacies. The market is open from 06 to 22 December 2024, from 16:00 - 20:00. There are also special Advent concerts in the parish church of St Michael that you shouldn't miss. The traditional Krampus run takes place in the village on 7 December beginning at 18:00.
Book your winter holiday now!
Send us an enquiry by email or simply book the right room for your atmospheric winter holiday in Advent online. Experience unique Advent days on the Katschberg between Carinthia and Salzburg.
Our winter packages make your winter holiday in Carinthia at Hotel Das KATSCHBERG an unforgettable experience.
Isabella (51-55)
We came especially for the Katschberger Advent Trail. A shuttle bus goes directly from the hotel to the nearby Alpengasthof, from where you can either take a horse-drawn carriage (reservation) or walk 2.5 km. absolutely recommended at dusk! Nice hike to the Pritzhütte.