Achenseeschifffahrt Seeweihnacht
During Advent, a boat trip on Lake Achensee becomes a truly special winter experience. As you sail from one Christmas market to the next on the Achenseeschifffahrt Christmas line, you can enjoy the wintry mountain scenery as well as mulled wine, hot drinks and homemade snacks on board.
The Christmas line operates from 27 November to 20 December 2026, from Friday to Sunday. An additional service is scheduled for 8 December. On these days, the boats run from 10.30 to 16.10. You can find all departure times and landing piers in the current Christmas timetable.
Cruise to three Advent markets by boat
The Achenseeschifffahrt “Seeweihnacht” not only takes you across the wintry Lake Achensee, but also combines the boat trip with visits to three special Christmas markets in Pertisau and Achenkirch. There is plenty of time during the stopovers to explore the Advent markets on shore.
- Mountain Advent at the Fischergut in Pertisau: This atmospheric Christmas market, held in one of the region’s oldest farmhouses, offers regional arts and crafts and Tyrolean specialities in a festive atmosphere. There is also a great programme for children.
- Landweihnacht Christmas market at the Kräuterhüttl in Achenkirch: The Achenseeschifffahrt Christmas line also stops at the Scholastika pier. From there, you can visit the cozy Christmas market at the Kräuterhüttl. On the days of the event, a varied Advent programme awaits you here, featuring festive music and culinary specialities that change daily. The programme for 2026 has not yet been finalized, but until then you can draw inspiration from last year’s programme. As soon as the new programme items are confirmed, they will be published here.
- Tyrolean Mountain Christmas at the Sixenhof Local History Museum: If you want to discover old holiday traditions around Lake Achensee, make sure to visit the Tyrolean Mountain Christmas in Achenkirch. Step inside the centuries-old stable for a journey back in time, where life-size figures, an ox, a donkey, and sheep bring the scene to life. Afterward, head into the historic smokehouse kitchen to enjoy "Zelten," a traditional fruit bread baked fresh by a local baker.
Yes, the Achenseeschifffahrt “Seeweihnacht” is accessible. All three ships meet accessibility standards and have accessible toilet facilities. They are also crewed by trained staff. This means that even if you have reduced mobility, you can enjoy the Advent boat trip on Lake Achensee in comfort.
The Seeweihnacht ticket is valid for the booked boat trip between Pertisau and Achenkirch, either from Pertisau to Achenkirch or in the opposite direction. Return tickets can also be purchased. The Christmas service links the boat trip with the Advent markets in Pertisau and Achenkirch. Mulled wine, hot drinks, and homemade snacks are available on board, but these are not included in the fare.
Tickets for the Seeweihnacht Christmas line can be booked online via the Achensee Experience Shop. A single journey for adults costs EUR 15, and a return journey costs EUR 30. A family ticket for two adults with their own children or grandchildren up to and including the age of 16 costs EUR 60. Children up to the age of 6 travel free of charge, and children aged 7 to 15 receive a 50% discount.
The Achenseeschifffahrt Seeweihnacht Christmas line runs from 27 November to 20 December 2026, from Friday to Sunday, and additionally on Tuesday 8 December 2026. Journeys between Pertisau and Scholastika in Achenkirch run from 10.30 to 16.10. You can find the exact departure times in the current timetable for the Seeweihnacht Christmas line.
Events at Lake Achensee
Benefit Advent Singing
OldSchoolBasterds Vintage Christmas Music - 2026
Contemplative Christmas spirit
