In many regions of Austria it is customary to bless bound ‘bushes’ of branches on Palm Sunday during a procession through the village or in front of the church. People hope that the blessed ‘palm’ …
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Category: Things To Do
These articles take a monthly look at things to do in Austria’s cities and regions.
Fasching Procession in Imst
The famous Imst Schemenlaufen carnival procession is scheduled for 09 February this year. The medieval carnival custom only takes place once every four years. According to tradition, it is reserved for men only and has …
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Kaiser Maximilian Race in Seefeld
The Kaiser Maximilian Lauf cross-country ski race is scheduled for the second weekend in January in Leutasch and Seefeld. This top-level VISMA Ski Classics race is part of the Endurance Ski Championships and can boast …
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The Confectioners’ Ball in Vienna
The Zuckerbäckerball is the highlight of the Viennese ball season for those with a sweet tooth. For lovers of artistically designed and decorated cakes, the Zuckerbäckerball* in the Vienna Hofburg is worth a visit for …
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Mille Miglia Visits Seefeld
The best-known classic car race in the world is for the first time being held in winter and will make a stop in Seefeld in Tirol on 05 December 2019. The famous oldtimer race started …
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Alpine Ballooning in the Kaiserwinkl
Visitors to the Kaiserwinkl region of the Tyrol can expect a lot of hot air from 25 January to 01 February 2020. The conditions for ballooning are much better in winter than in summer and …
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Advent Markets in Salzburg
The scenery at Salzburg cathedral and in the Residenzplatz is a picture book image of an Advent in Austria. The largest Christmas market in the city opens there on 21 November. Around 100 stands offer …
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The Adventweg in Katschberg
Those who want to experience a real mountain Advent might want to visit the Katschberg mountain in Carinthia. There at 1750 metres in altitude, visitors can head up a winter hiking trail to the starting …
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Advent Markets in Graz
The Styrian capital of Graz is a fairytale destination which is a lively place for a visit in the Advent period. Christmas markets in Graz are held from from 22 November to 24 December 2019 …
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Silent Night – Discover the History
The 200th anniversary of this renowned Christmas carol was celebrated last year. Originally strongly associated with the Tyrol and especially with the Ziller valley region, ‘Silent Night’ (or, to give it its proper name, “Stille …
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