Advent market, museums & exhibitions

Museum Christmas

Alongside the traditional Christmas markets, the Museum Christmas at the Achensee Museum World is one of the region’s most atmospheric Advent events. Held annually on 8 December, the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, it invites visitors to embrace the festive spirit while discovering authentic Tyrolean customs and cultural heritage.

A cosy Advent programme awaits, featuring mulled wine, regional delicacies, and musical performances. Set amid historical exhibits and lovingly presented museum rooms, you can enjoy the run-up to Christmas at Lake Achensee in a particularly authentic way - a must for anyone wishing to experience Advent away from typical Christmas market stalls.

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Nostalgic trip to the Museum Christmas

On the day of the event, the Achenseebahn Christmas train runs from Jenbach to Maurach. One of Europe’s oldest steam cog railways takes you on a leisurely ride up to Lake Achensee, perfectly matching the festive spirit of the Museum Christmas. Timetables and fares are available directly from the Achenseebahn.

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Historische Schwarz-Weiß-Aufnahme der Achenseebahn mit Dampflokomotive und Personenwagen an einer Haltestelle. Ein Lokführer steht auf der Lokomotive, daneben befindet sich ein hölzernes Bahnhofsgebäude mit der Aufschrift "Achensee".

At a glance

Date: 8 December 2026
What makes it special: Look forward to traditional edelweiss carving, local brass bands, lead pouring, and a lovingly designed Christmas village. A particular highlight is the intricately detailed dioramas, featuring nearly 400 moving figures.
Even the journey there is a historical experience: If you wish, you can travel to the Museum Christmas in a particularly atmospheric way. On the day of the event, the Achenseebahn Christmas train runs from Jenbach to Maurach. Timetables and fares are available directly from the Achenseebahn.

Musik und traditioneller Gesang stehen bei der Achenseer Museumsweihnacht in Maurach auf dem Programm. /// The Achensee Museum Christmas in Maurach features music and traditional singing. — Traditional brass musicians at the Museum Christmas

A family marvelling at the large nativity scene at the Achensee Museum Christmas in Maurach. — Traditional nativity scene

The peaceful, snow-covered Achensee Museum World in Maurach provides the festive setting for the Museum Christmas. — The Museum Christmas from above

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Experience the variety of the Museum Christmas and step back in time! Visit the official Achensee Museum World website to learn more.

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Overview of all Advent & Christmas markets

Achensee Christmas

The Christmas market at Fischergut sparkles with lights and is surrounded by snow. Many visitors enjoy spending time there during the pre-Christmas season.

Mountain Advent at the Fischergut

One of the region’s oldest farmhouses transforms into an atmospheric Advent setting. Visitors can look forward to Tyrolean delicacies, traditional crafts, and a varied family programme. Dates: 27 November to 27 December 2026 | Friday to Sunday, plus 8 December | 13.00–19.00.

Night shot of the snow-covered village of Pertisau am Achensee in the Advent season, festooned with decorations and sparkling lights.

Achenseeschifffahrt Christmas line

Advent ahoy! On this festive Christmas cruise, you will glide across wintry Lake Achensee and explore three charming Advent markets in Pertisau and Achenkirch along the route. Tickets are available to book online. Dates: 27 November to 20 December 2026 | Friday to Sunday, plus 8 December.

The picture shows a nativity scene in the history museum Sixenhof in Achenkirch with figures of Mary, Joseph and a newborn baby in straw. A donkey can be seen in the background.

Tyrolean Mountain Christmas at the Sixenhof

How was Christmas celebrated in the Achental in days gone by? Inside the centuries-old stable at the Sixenhof in Achenkirch, the Achental Christmas story comes to life with life-size figures, live animals, and atmospheric projections. Dates: 27 November to 27 December 2026.

Achensee Museum Christmas

On 8 December, the Achensee Museum World transforms into a festive Advent venue. Amid historic exhibits, visitors can enjoy mulled wine, regional delicacies, live music, and traditional music - ideal for anyone looking to combine the Advent season with Tyrolean traditions.

An der Schiffsanlegestelle Scholastika in Achenkirch am Achensee locken hell erleuchtete Marktstände mit Kunsthandwerk zur Landweihnacht. /// The Christmas market on the Scholastika pier in Achenkirch am Achensee attracts visitors with brightly lit market stalls selling artisan wares.

Landweihnacht at the Kräuterhüttl

Located right by the Scholastika pier, this atmospheric Christmas market offers regional delicacies, fresh local produce, and festive music. Dates: 27 November to 27 December 2026 | Friday to Sunday, plus 8 December | 11.30–16.30.

Das idyllische Dörfchen Steinberg am Rofan verwandelt sich im Dezember in einen Adventskalender. Dabei schmückt täglich ein anderer Bewohner sein Haus. /// In the Advent season, the idyllic village of Steinberg am Rofan transforms into an Advent calendar where each day another house is festively decorated.

Contemplative places

Those who prefer a more peaceful Advent season can discover hidden Christmas gems around Lake Achensee, such as the Advent calendar village of Steinberg and the atmospheric Seehof Chapel. Another highlight is the Häusererbühel Chapel, which features a nativity scene and stunning views of the lake. These spots, set away from the larger Advent markets, offer a serene, contemplative atmosphere in the lead-up to Christmas.