Lakeside Advent market

Landweihnacht at the Kräuterhüttl in Achenkirch

At the Landweihnacht at the Kräuterhüttl in Achenkirch, you can look forward to a cosy Christmas market featuring festive music and culinary delights. On event days, a varied Advent programme creates a wonderful pre-Christmas atmosphere, complemented by daily changing culinary specialities. The Landweihnacht Christmas Market is easily accessible via the Achenseeschifffahrt (Scholastika pier).

The Landweihnacht at the Kräuterhüttl takes place from 27 November to 27 December 2026, from Friday to Sunday. 
The Advent market is also open on 8 December 2026.

Opening hours: 12.00 to 17.00

Regular programme

  • Every Saturday | 14:00 – 16:00
    Pony rides
     
  • Every Sunday | 14.00 – 16.00 
    Pony carriage rides
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.
Die Landweihnacht und die Achenseeschifffahrt erstrahlen bei Nacht an der Schiffsanlegestelle Scholastika in Achenkirch. /// This photo captures the onshore Christmas market and the Scholastika pier in Achenkirch illuminated at night.

November programme

Friday, 27 November | 15.45 
Performance by the Eben primary school with teachers Giulia and Jasmin

Sunday, 29 November | 15.30 
Achensee singing group, conducted by Erika Rupprechter

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.

December programme

  • Friday, 4 December | 13.30
    The Unterinntal Christmas brass musicians with Peter Obrist present their new charity CD
     
  • Saturday, 5 December
    Adler bakery with specialities from the wood-fired oven
    15:30 | Seakar-Pass Krampus and Perchten association with their young devils
     
  • Sunday, 6 December
    Adler bakery with specialities from the wood-fired oven
     
  • Friday, 11 December | 13.30
    Performance by Achenkirch primary school with headteacher Angelika
     
  • Saturday, 12 December | 13.30
    Performance by the children from the flute class
     
  • Saturday, 19 December | 13.30
    The Unterinntal Christmas brass musicians with Peter Obrist present their new charity CD
     
  • Sunday, 20 December | 15.30
    Achensee singing group, conducted by Erika Rupprechter
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 several 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.
The peaceful, snow-covered Achensee Museum World in Maurach provides the festive setting for the Museum Christmas.

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.

Events at Lake Achensee

Adventkranzbinden

Advent wreath binding

10:00 - 15:00
Community Center Media Room
- Maurach am Achensee
Highlight
Tiroler Bergweihnacht

Tirolean Mountain Christmas

12:00 - 17:00
Heimatmuseum Achental - Sixenhof
- Achenkirch am Achensee
Highlight
Landweihnacht

Landweihnacht Christmas market

12:00 - 17:00
Kräuterhüttl
- Achenkirch am Achensee
Highlight
Bergadvent

Mountain Advent

13:00 - 19:00
Fischergut
- Pertisau am Achensee
Highlight
Adventmarkt

Advent-Market

15:00
Village square
- Wiesing
Highlight
Benefiz Adventsingen

Benefit Advent Singing

17:00
Multipurpose hall
- Achenkirch am Achensee
Highlight
Schützenweihnacht

Schützenchristmas

18:00
Village
- Maurach am Achensee
Weihnachtsbrunch

Christmas brunch

10:00 - 13:00
Landing stage
- Pertisau am Achensee
Rorate

Rorate

06:00 - 07:00
Parish church
- Wiesing
Highlight
Fantasievolles Kinder-Highlight

Fantasy Childrens Highlight

14:00
Fischergut Pertisau
- Pertisau am Achensee
Highlight
Nikolauseinzug Pertisau

St. Nicholas procession in Pertisau

16:00 - 17:00
Landing stage
- Pertisau am Achensee
Nikolauseinzug Wiesing

St. Nicholas is coming in Wiesing

17:00
Parish church
- Wiesing
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