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Advent and Christmas in the Innsbruck region

When the city glows with festive lights and the streets are filled with delicious scents and joyful sounds, you know Advent has arrived in Innsbruck. The weeks around Christmas and New Year are a special experience in the Tyrolean capital and throughout the entire region. Discover a mix of tranquil and uplifting, traditional and beloved, new and surprising.

Advent and Christmas events

Highlights in Advent

From festive Christmas markets to spectacular Krampus parades and dazzling illuminated figures, the holiday season in the region has much to offer.

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Christmas markets

More than just mulled wine: Innsbruck’s seven Christmas markets feature delicious food, hand-crafted products and a varied events programme.

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Lumagica Innsbruck

This winter marks the sixth time the Imperial Gardens will be transformed into a sparkling world of magical light art and interactive installations.

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“Scrooge” the musical

The Christmas musical “Scrooge”, based on Charles Dickens’ classic “A Christmas Carol”, promises entertainment for the whole family.

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Krampus and St. Nicholas

In addition to friendly St. Nicholas, you may also encounter the wild Krampus during the pre-Christmas season. These demon-like characters from alpine folklore come together for thrilling Krampus parades, a spectacle unlike any other.

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Innsbruck’s “Christkindlbahn” Christmas tram

For more than 100 years, the nostalgic Christkindlbahn has enchanted visitors with its timeless charm as it travels through Innsbruck’s festive, beautifully decorated streets.

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The Christkindl Parade

The Christkindl procession is guaranteed to put you in the Christmas spirit, with hundreds of children dressed as angels, shepherds and more.

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A Walk to Explore: the seven Christmas markets

Want to see all seven Christmas markets in Innsbruck? This walk is the perfect way to do it.

4h

7km

356m

easy

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Nativity scenes

Nativity scenes are a cherished part of many Tyrolean households during the Christmas season. They can also be admired in various museums and churches.

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Victorian Christmas Market

The Victorian Christmas Market in Telfs invites you on a magical journey back in time to 19th-century London – with carol singers and more.

Everything about the holiday season

Here you’ll find more information for your Christmas stay in the Innsbruck region. By the way: the city is easy to reach by train and bus, as well as by car and plane. Details are available here.

Getting here during the Christmas season

What to bear in mind when travelling to the Christmas markets.

Festive dining

Discover the restaurants in the Innsbruck region that are open over the holidays and will treat you to special menus for Christmas and New Year’s Eve.

Christmas traditions

Read about the customs and rituals celebrated by the locals during the Christmas season.

Traditional Music

Get in the mood for Christmas with Tyrolean Advent Singing, an event that combines traditional music with a theatrical performance. You can find all the dates here.

Special opening hours for museums and galleries

Take a look at our handy overview to find opening times for the museums and galleries during the holiday season.

“Christmas in the Mountains” brochure

Don’t want to miss any of the seven Christmas markets? Here you will find opening times, a map and an overview of what’s on.

Bergsilvester Konzert in der Nacht mit vielen Menschen vor Bühne neben bunt beleuchteter Hofburg und Nordkette im Hintergrund mit Schnee auf Gipfeln.

New Year's Eve in the Mountains

If you want to welcome in the New Year in style between the glowing city, sparkling mountain panorama and shaking dance floor, this is the place to be.

Pure relaxation

From refreshingly cool to wonderfully warm: winter is the perfect season to recharge body and mind.

Christmas in pictures

Christmas Market Old Town More Infos

Christmas markets More Infos

Christkindlmarkt Innsbruck Wiltener Platzl

Walk 9: The seven Christmas markets More Infos

LUMAGICA More Infos

Mountain Christmas Angel More Infos

Krampus More Infos

Christmas Market Marketplace More Infos

Mountain New Year Innsbruck More Infos

Christmas in the Mountains – the most wonderful shine of the year.

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