Karwendel in the Advent spirit
Dreamy villages in the Tyrolean Karwendel ski area make the wait for Christmas all the sweeter. Concerts and small Christmas markets bring a festive, pre-Christmas atmosphere. The run-up to Christmas is a time for reflection. Romantic walks clear your head and lift your spirits. Picturesque snowy landscapes in the Karwendel ski area enchant hikers.
Advent in the Karwendel ski area
In this idyllic natural setting, you can quickly leave the stresses of everyday life behind. The Advent season in particular helps you recharge your batteries and reconnect with yourself. Nature retreats beneath its white winter coat. People, too, become a little quieter on winter walks. How delightfully the sparkling snow crunches beneath every step. Those looking for untouched snowy landscapes can set off on snowshoes. Romantic torch-lit walks, sleigh rides and visits to see the animals being fed also add to the holiday magic.
Karwendel in the Advent spirit
Date: 30/09/2026
This wonderful ski holiday area is very family-friendly. The magnificent natural surroundings and changing seasons shape the people who live here. They are open, down-to-earth and cheerful. The little ones have plenty to smile about, too. They can explore nature with their family. The idyllic mountain villages are often tucked away in secluded spots.
Tyrol’s district capital, Schwaz, lies at the foot of Kellerjoch. During Advent, Schwaz enchants visitors with its festive, pre-Christmas atmosphere. The Advent market is held in Pfundplatz. The aroma of hot chestnuts and Tyrolean specialties draws people in. Every weekend, children watch a wonderful program with shining eyes.
December 5 gets lively in the Schwaz ski area. Devils in costume tell stories in the old town. On December 6, St. Nicholas drives his carriage through the town. Schwaz musicians, shepherds and angels, horses, sheep and more accompany him. Jenbach is home to what is probably Tyrol’s largest live nativity scene.
