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.

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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.

© Kraft | Gelebtes Brauchtum in der Ferienregion Dachstein Salzkammergut: : Glöcklerläufe

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.

World Heritage Events

Concert at the Moosalm with the Brass Band Gosau

Moosalm, Mittertal 384 Gosau

Village Tour ‘Hallstatt by Land, Hallstatt by Water’ 

Daily Offer! Discover entirely new sides to Hallstatt during a tour by both land and water. This hour-long tour includes a trip aboard the historical salt ship, Navia. Reservations available. Only during nice weather. Only by prior reservation.

Sun, Jul. 3, 2022 Salzshop Hallstatt (Bus terminal), Seestraße Hallstatt

© Kraft | Wöchentliche Führungen durch Hallstatt

Daily Guided Tour of Hallstatt 2022 "Individual”

Experience the World Heritage Site in a very special way: On a flexible guided tour through the historic centre. Simply register now and experience history up close. You can't get more live than that.

Sun, Jul. 3, 2022 Valley station of the Salzberg cable car, Hallstatt

©Krauß/www.hallstatt.net | Wöchentliche Führungen durch Hallstatt

Guided tour of Hallstatt 2022 "World Heritage Tour" with schnapps tasting

A historical art robbery, a missing corpse and female "pack donkeys" are the ingredients for an historical tour through Hallstatt followed by a schnapps tasting - as a highlight. Cheers!

Mon, Jul. 4, 2022 16:30 — 18:00 Tourist office of Hallstatt, Seestraße 114 Hallstatt

“Yodeller” brass music in the Gosau Valley

The small Kalvarienberg (Mount Calvary) Church in Gosau provides a stunning background to this musical event - a melodious holiday occasion with exceptional panorama views. Every Wednesday in July and August 2022.

Wed, Jul. 6, 2022 20:00 Kalvarienberg, Gosau

Guided tour through Hallstatt 2022

History and stories from Hallstatt. Every Saturday afternoon.

Sat, Jul. 9, 2022 16:30 Tourist office of Hallstatt, Seestraße 114 Hallstatt

© Tourismusverband Dachstein Salzkammergut

open air concerts on the historic market place

Each year, the promenade of Lake Hallstatt and the picturesque backdrop of the historic market place become the scene of musical treats.

Sat, Jul. 9, 2022 20:00 Market Square Hallstatt (Marktplatz Hallstatt), Marktplatz Hallstatt

"Obertraun Mountain Moments 2022" Traditional evening in Obertraun

Traditional folklore evening on the floating stage at the beach area in Obertraun

Thu, Jul. 14, 2022 19:30 Lido Obertraun, Obertraun

Lake concert with Jodler and Weisenblasen on Lake Hallstättersee

Sat, Jul. 30, 2022 19:00 Lido Untersee, Bad Goisern

Chamois Hunting Days 2022

A combination of local tradition and folk music, great fun and entertainment with friends! On the agenda between the 26th to 28th August 2022.

Fri, Aug. 26, 2022 Bad Goisern, Bad Goisern

Kirtag beer tent in St. Agatha 2022

Once again it is time to say “Ozapft is” (the keg is tapped) on the laste weekend of September in the traditional beer tent in the St. Agatha district of Bad Goisern.

Sat, Sep. 24, 2022 Festgelände Edt, St. Agatha Bad Goisern

Counting sheep in Gosau

Experience an unforgettable day on the Iglmoosalm in Gosau! Drive up on the slow train, experience sheep mustering, delicious Alm delicacies and a musical program on the last Saturday in September.

Sat, Sep. 24, 2022 09:00 Alpine Iglmoos (Iglmoosalm), Gosau

Gosauer Berg-Weihnacht 2022

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

Sat, Nov. 26, 2022 11:00 — 19:00 Homeland museum Gosau, Gosau

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! Open daily from 01st of December 2022 through until 8th of January 2023 from 9:00 until 18:00 hrs.

Thu, Dec. 1, 2022 09:00 — 18:00 Schnaps & Holz im Badergraben, Wolfengasse 67 Hallstatt

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, Dec. 3, 2022 09:00 — 18:00 Dachsteinsport Janu, Seestraße 50 Hallstatt

© Krauß/Kraft | Veranstaltungen im Salzkammergut: Krippenausstellung in Hallstatt

Krampus Run in Hallstatt 2022

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!

Mon, Dec. 5, 2022 18:00 — 23:00 Market square Hallstatt and idyllic streets, Marktplatz Hallstatt

© Kraft | Traditioneller Krampuslauf Hallstatt

Krampus Parade in Bad Goisern 2022

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

Wed, Dec. 7, 2022 19:00 Marketplace Bad Goisern, Marktplatz Bad Goisern

Christmas Market in Hallstatt 2022

Idyllic World Heritage Advent at yout winter holiday around Lake Hallstatt. Only on 8th December 2022. Experience an incomparable Christmas trip to Hallstatt in Austria!

Thu, Dec. 8, 2022 Market Square Hallstatt (Marktplatz Hallstatt), Marktplatz Hallstatt

Advent Market in the Hand.Werk.Haus 2022

Over 20 of our most talented artists proudly present their products both inside and in the courtyard at the Neuwildenstein stately home.

Sat, Dec. 10, 2022 10:00 — 18:00 Salzkammergut Hand.Werk.Haus, Rudolf-von-Alt-Weg 6 Bad Goisern

Crib exhibition in Hallstatt

Visit the 200 year old crib in the Catholic parish church of Hallstatt. Daily from 24th of December 20120 to 2nd of February 2021.

Thu, Dec. 22, 2022 10:30 — 17:00 Catholic church Hallstatt, Kirchenweg 40 Hallstatt

© Krauß | Krippenausstellung in Hallstatt

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.

Thu, Jan. 5, 2023 17:00 Town square Obertraun (Gemeindeplatz), Obertraun 180 Obertraun

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.

Thu, Jan. 5, 2023 20:00 Marketplace Bad Goisern, Marktplatz Bad Goisern

Corpus Christi procession Hallstatt 2023

Colourful Corpus Christi procession in the Catholic parish church, the romantic marketplace and the unique Lake Hallstatt. A truly "heavenly" experience!

Thu, Jun. 8, 2023 09:00 Hallstatt, Hallstatt

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