CHRISTMAS MAGIC IS IN THE AIR

Rattenberger Advent

Advent magic in Rattenberg

The medieval town of Rattenberg in Tyrol is worth a visit at any time of year. The time in the run-up to Christmas is a truly special time, certainly not to be missed. Advent marks the beginning of a special, contemplative and peaceful time in Rattenberg.

The glow of candles, torches and open fires bathe the town in a warm light of anticipation for the most contemplative time of the year. Enjoy regional Christmas delicacies and the traditional Rattenberg Advent wine while listening to Weisenbläser (traditional group of brass instrument players) and watching the Anklöpfler (groups enacting the Nativity play).

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Programme & dates 2023

On the Advent weekends, the medieval town of Rattenberg is bathed in candle light, the glow of torchlights and open fires! Savour culinary delicacies at the various eateries in town and look out for the perfect Christmas present for your loved ones in the shops. Contemplative Advent music in the towns' shops will accompany you through the afternoon and evening.

Experience the Advent magic in Rattenberg on the four Advent weekends before Christmas.

24.11.2023 bis 17.12.2023

24.11.2023 | 01.12.2023 | 08.12.2023 | 15.12.2023
Programme Friday
  • 4:00 p.m.: Romantic advent stroll
    Meeting point: Nail Smith Houses (registrations required) info@alpbachtal.at
  • 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. - brass band musicians parade through the town

Dates: 24.11.2023 | 01.12.2023 | 08.12.2023 | 15.12.2023

Free admission!

 

SILENT ADVENT, 08.12.2023

Programme from 3:00 p.m.m - 6:00 p.m.:

  • Carol singers and brass band musicians will parade through the town and create a very special, contemplative atmosphere in Rattenberg with their Advent melodies and songs..
  • Exhibition in the "Augustinermuseum" (Entrance € 5,00)

Free admission!

Subject to change!

25.11.2023 | 02.12.2023 | 09.12.2023 | 16.12.2023
Programme Saturday

Programme from 2:30 - 6:00 p.m.:

  • Advent-fun train
    The little fun train shuttles back and forth between Brixlegg and Rattenberg from 2:30 - 6:00 p.m.

  • Fairy tale route (in German!)

  • Handicraft stalls at the Virgilplatz
     

  • from 2:30 p.m.
    music and traditions on the main stage at the Sparkassenplatz and on smaller stages throughout the town (until 6:00 p.m.)

  • from 2:30 p.m.
    Special proogramme of activities for children at the Musik Mittelschule Rattenberg

  • from dusk the town is illuminated by the warm light of candles & the lanes and alleys are lit up by torches and open fires

  • 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.
    Exhibition at the Augustinian Museum 

  • 4:00 p.m. 
    Herbergssuche (groups enacting the Nativity play)

  • 5:00 p.m.
    Concert at the Augustinian Museum (harp music and readings)

  • 6:00 p.m.
    Ave Maria - main stage/Sparkassenplatz

Savour culinary delicacies at the various eateries in town and take your time to relax, stroll around and enjoy the Advent period!

 

Dates: 25.11.2023 | 02.12.2023 | 09.12.2023 | 16.12.2023

Admission free!

Subject to change!

26.11.2023 | 03.12.2023 | 10.12.2023 | 17.12.2023
Progamme Sunday

Programme from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.:

  • Carol singers and brass band musicians will parade through the town and create a very special, contemplative atmosphere in Rattenberg with their Advent melodies and songs..
  • Exhibition in the "Augustinermuseum" (Entrance € 5,00)
  • from dusk the town is illuminated by the warm light of candles & the lanes and alleys are lit up by torches and open fires
  • Savour culinary delicacies at the various eateries in town and take your time to relax, stroll around and enjoy the Advent period!

Dates: 26.11.2023 | 03.12.2023 | 10.12.2023 | 17.12.2023

Free admission!

Subject to change!