Advent like back then ... Enjoy the wintery Salzkammergut from aboard ship. Our ferries bring you to the three towns around the lake in the most romantic way possible.
Even from a distance, the big Peace Light Lantern, floating on the water offshore from St. Wolfgang, is utterly enchanting, a shimmering play of light bobbing on the gentle ripples of the lake. This 16 m high lantern is a unique symbol of the uniqueness of Wolfgangsee Advent. And this happening does not fail to impress its guests.
Probably the most beautiful way to visit the Christmas markets around the lake. The ships carry you across the water from one Advent market to the next. Immerse yourself in a magical world of a thousand lights and enjoy the Christmas atmosphere during an Advent cruise with WolfgangseeSchifffahrt.
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The prices for the Advent Ferry Service can be found here.
Even from a distance, you are able to catch sight of the 11 m tall candle right on the lakeshore of St. Gilgen on Lake Wolfgangsee. More than 50 big candles bathe the Baroque Advent market in an incomparable light, while lovingly decorated market stands – given a Baroque touch by artist Raja Schwahn Reichmann – are all well worth a visit.
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During the Christmas season, Strobl transforms itself into a romantic village of Nativity scenes, while the so-called “Shepherd’s Path” leads the way through the idyllic village to the big Advent Gate. The 30 market stands, covered with real wooden shingles, conjure up a traditional, festive Advent atmosphere. In addition to arts & crafts and all kinds of gift ideas, visitors are also treated to a wide array of regional culinary specialties.
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The atmosphere of Advent is palpable everywhere here. The idyllically decorated road of lanterns leads through St. Wolfgang and makes your every wish come true. Traditional Christmas treats, tasteful arts & crafts and festive wind music add to your Christmastime anticipation. An absolutely unique Nativity scene with life-size figures characteristic of the Salzkammergut, located in the parsonage garden, invites everybody, big and small, to stop by and marvel in wonder.
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Thursday & Friday: 11.00 am - 7.30 pm
Saturday, Sunday and public holidays from 10.00 am - 7.30 pm
The entry to the markets is for free.
Children up to the completed age of 4 for whom no seat is required, will be transported at no charge. Children ages 4 to 14 receive the discounted rate.
The family price is valid for 2 adults and their own children.
The discounted family price is granted to families, who are owning an Austrian family card (Österreichische Familienkarte) or a Salzkammergut Erlebnis-Card.
The family "light" price is valid for 1 adult and his/her own children.
The discounted family "light" price is granted to families, who are owning an Austrian family card (Österreichische Familienkarte) or a Salzkammergut Erlebnis-Card.
The group price is valid for groups of 10 or more.
The discounted prices are valid for owners of a Salzkammergut Erlebnis Card.
More information about offers and further discounts can be found here.
