Customs and traditions
Down to Earth – like its inhabitants
Why do you suddenly give gingerbread hearts with sweet sayings in spring? Why do people with colourful caps run through the dark nights after New Year? And what is the lake procession in Hallstatt all about? Questions upon questions.
In addition to its scenic beauty, the Salzkammergut is also known for its ancient customs and traditions, which exist only in this form here. Reason enough to take a closer look at the most important customs, from the “Glöcklerläufen” and “Liabstattsonntag” through to the magnificent Corpus Christi procession on Lake Hallstatt.
History with a touch of Imperial and Royal, tradition inwrought with contemporary art, culture with a distinctive touch of customs.
Below you will find more about typical customs from the UNESCO World Heritage region of Hallstatt Dachstein Salzkammergut and the surrounding holiday regions. We also introduce you to the Salzkammergut's most beautiful traditional events. We look forward to welcoming you to a rendezvous of tradition and modernity in the Salzkammergut.
From miners and caps"
On the 5th January, the last of the "Twelve Nights" and the eve of the Epiphany, the custom in the Alpine area is very distinct and varied. The so-called "Anklöckler” are still widespread, as they always have been.
The Corpus Christi Procession on Lake Hallstatt
The traditional Corpus Christi Procession on the Hallstättersee (Lake Hallstatt) will take place once again in the Spring time. The procession is an example of the many traditions unique to the Salzkammergut. Join the people of Hallstatt and share a part of their unique culture.
Fiery memories - The "Krambamperlbrennen"
Traditional, down-to-earth and high-proof custom in numerous inns on the 2nd day of Christmas. A sugar-sweet social experience with consequences ....
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.
Tour from Nativity Scene to Nativity Scene
Around Christmas commences the time of the “Kripperlroas”. You can visit the most beautiful nativity scenes of the Salzkammregut by horse-drawn carriage, foot or boat.
Events
Crib exhibition in Hallstatt
Katholische Kirche St. Mariä Himmelfahrt Hallstatt, Hallstatt
Kirtag beer tent in St. Agatha 2019
Mon, Sep. 23, 2019 Festgelände Edt, Bad Goisern
Counting sheep in Gosau
Sat, Sep. 28, 2019 09:00 Iglmoosalm, Gosau
Gosauer Berg-Weihnacht 2019
Sat, Nov. 30, 2019 Heimatmuseum Gosau, Gosau
Crib exhibition in a historic cellar
Sat, Nov. 30, 2019 10:00 — 20:00 Dachsteinsport Janu, Hallstatt
Krampus Parade in Bad Goisern 2019
Sat, Dec. 7, 2019 19:00 Marktplatz Bad Goisern, Bad Goisern
Christmas Market in Hallstatt 2019
Sun, Dec. 8, 2019 Hallstätter Marktplatz, Hallstatt
Advent Market in the Hand.Werk.Haus 2019
Sat, Dec. 14, 2019 10:00 — 18:00 Hand.Werk.Haus, Bad Goisern
Holidays around Lake Hallstatt
Hotels and accommodation providers in Hallstatt, Bad Goisern, Gosau and Obertraun offer the ideal room or apartment for your holidays, no matter what your tastes. Aside from establishments rated according to the international "star" scale, you will also find around Lake Hallstatt in Austria businesses that have been awarded two to four "edelweiss". The more flowers, the greater comforts you can expect. Whether you eventually find your cozy nest in an elegant 5-star luxury hotel, at comfortable guesthouse, a family-friendly apartment, or on a traditional farm, the choice is always entirely up to you.