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Advent in Kitzbühel
The Kitzbühel Advent Season Christmas like it used to be In the Advent season leading up to Christmas, Kitzbühel s quaint old town offers a special Christmas flair. Locals as well as guests flock to the little alleys of the town to enjoy the nostalgia and tradition of the beautiful Christmas market. Colourful booths line the streets and corners of the 700-year-old town, and the scent of roasted almonds, gingerbread and mulled wine fills the air. Accompanied by the sweet sound of Christmas carols and children s laughter. Advent in Kitzbühel, is Christmas like it used to be. Visit the Kitzbühel Advent from the 30 th of November to the 26 th of December to get infused with Christmas spirit. More than 30 booths offer a variety of local culinary delights as well as finely handcrafted products. See the joy in the children s eyes as they bake shepherd s bread, create Christmas arts & crafts, ride ponies and listen to Christmas stories. With its comprehensive event programme, the Kitzbühel Advent is a true highlight in the Alps. Come and make your personal Christmas fairy tale come true in the streets of Kitzbühel. Christmas market opening times Thu. 30 th Nov. to Sun. 03 rd Dec. Wed. 06 th to Sun. 10 th Dec. Wed. 13 th to Tue. 26 th Dec., weekdays Sun. 24 th Dec., Christmas Eve Sat., Sun. and public holidays 03.00 p.m. 08.00 p.m. 03.00 p.m. 08.00 p.m. 03.00 p.m. 08.00 p.m. 10.00 a.m. 02.00 p.m. 11.00 a.m. 08.00 p.m.
Advent in Kitzbühel Wilten Boys Choir Hans Sigl and Ferry Öllinger
Highlights of the Advent programme Advent in Kitzbühel is a magnificent blend of choirs, concerts, readings and nativity plays. Stroll the beautifully illuminated streets and alleys and visit some of the many booths selling local culinary and artistic treasures. Here are some of our event highlights: Thursday, 30 th November, marks the beginning of the festive cycle of Christmas events. The grand opening ceremony of the Kitzbühel Advent with Christmas lights, festive and splendour and joyous music. On Monday, 4 th December, the traditional St Barbara Market and St Barbara celebration will be taking place at the Jochberg exhibition mine with the Jochberg Miner s Band in concert. On Wednesday, 6 th December, from 5.00 p.m., St Nicholas and the angels will be parading the streets with little surprises for good boys and girls. On Thursday, 7 th December, the angelic voices of the Wilten Boys Choir create an extraordinary concert experience. Two concerts one at 4.30 p.m. and one at 6.00 p.m. can be attended free of charge in the Vorderstadt. Monday, 18 th December, 8.00 p.m.: Fans of Marc Pircher will enjoy this special concert with Marc Pircher and the traditional Zillertaler Anklöpfler at the Jochberg Parish Church with Christmas tales told by the Austrian actor Ludwig Dornauer. Free entry! Sunday, 24 th December, Christmas Eve: Starting at 10.00 a.m., the Light of Peace from Bethlehem will be available at the Christmas market village. Advent highlights. Thurs. 30 th Nov. 6.00 p.m. Grand Opening at Stadtpark Mon. 04 th Dec. 6.00 p.m. St Barbara Market with St Barbara celebration, concert by the Jochberg Miner s Band at the Jochberg exhibition mine Wed. 06 th Dec. 5.00 p.m. St Nicholas parade All children will receive a little surprise Thurs. 07 th Dec. 4.30 p.m. 6.00 p.m. Concert by the Wilten Boys Choir on a stage set up in Vorderstadt Free entry! Mon. 18 th Dec. 8.00 p.m. Marc Pircher s Zillertaler Weihnacht concert at the Jochberg Parish Church. Free admission.
Advent in Kitzbühel
The season of wonder and joy Advent in Kitzbühel spellbinds young and old alike with a programme that makes eyes shine and hearts jump with joy. Every Saturday at 3.00 p.m. fairy Cornelia Mielder turns the Stadtpark into a magic forest with bonfire stories, roast apples, shepherd bread and other Advent traditions. At 5.00 p.m. Uschi Krabichler reads children s Christmas stories in the unique setting of the Kitzbühel Museum. At 5.45 p.m. there is a romantic torchlight walk in and around Kitzbühel. Daily programme: Every day from 3.00 p.m. to, there is pony riding and petting at Stadtpark. Children are welcome to pet, brush and walk the animals. Lamas, donkeys, sheep and bunnies are looking forward to new playmates. A unique children s Christmas art project by the Kitzbühel art school can be admired daily from 3.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. at St Catherine s Church. It s impressive to see what young artists are capable of. A daily highlight not to be missed is the opening of the virtual Advent calendar in Stadtpark at 5.30 p.m. Advent calendars are an integral part of the Austrian Advent tradition. Daily musical inspiration is provided by local music bands from 6.00 p.m. to as well as by the beautiful traditional chimes of the St Catherine s Church played by Rosemarie Sathrum at 8.00 p.m. Experience the magic of the Kitzbühel Advent with all your senses! Daily highlights at the market 3.00 p.m. Petting zoo 3.00 p.m. Pony riding 3.00 p.m. 8.00 p.m. Children s Christmas art project by the Kitzbühel art school at the St Catherine s Church 5.30 p.m. Virtual Advent calendar opening at Stadtpark. A new surprise every day! 6.00 p.m. Live performances of local bands at the market 8.00 p.m. Traditional chimes from the bell tower at St Catherine s Church Saturday highlights at the market 3.00 p.m. Christmas bonfire with beautiful lights, stories and a family programme by Cornelia Miedler 5.45 p.m. Torchlight walk in and around Kitzbühel Registration required until 5.00 p.m. on the preceding day Meeting point: Kitzbühel Tourismus Cost: EUR 5.00 including a hot beverage T +43 (0)5356 66660
Advent in Jochberg
Jochberg Mountain Advent Fri. 01 st Dec. Traditional St Barbara mass with live music at the Parish Church Sat. 02 nd Dec. 2.00 p.m. Adventhoangascht get-together by the Catholic Youth Organisation at the Jochberg rectory followed by the Blessing of advent wreaths at the Jochberg church at around 4.30 p.m. Sun. 03 rd Dec. 4.30 p.m. Charity concert by the Rural Youth Organisation at the Jochberg Parish Church with the Sumpfkröten show band followed by a reception in front of the church Mon. 04 th Dec. 3.00 p.m. 8.00 p.m. St Barbara Market and St Barbara s Day Celebration at the Schaubergwerk Kupferplatte exhibition mine in Jochberg with a live performance, free trip on the mine train into the mining association s tunnel Bergandacht service on the mountain with the Jochberg Brass Band Wed. 06 th Dec. 5.00 p.m. St Barbara Market and the Arrival of St Nicholas at the mining museum, with musical accompaniment from Jochberg s young musicians Fri. 08 th Dec. from 9.00 a.m. Ski demo day Free testing of the latest models at Skiladl Jochberg Sat. 09 th Dec. 11.00 a.m. Music on the Mountain in the ski huts Sun. 10 th Dec. 3.00 p.m. 8.00 p.m. Advent Roas walk starting at the nativity scene by the bandstand in Jochberg The Roas (= dialect for journey ) goes from the bandstand all the way to the Vorderkünstler museum and is accompanied by live music. After a get-together at the museum the group walks back to the meeting point at around Mon. 18 th Dec. 8.00 p.m. Tues. 26 th Dec. 7.30 p.m. Zillertaler Weihnacht concert with Marc Pircher & friends and stories told by the Austrian actor Ludwig Dornauer at the Jochberg Parish Church 6.00 p.m.: Reception in front of the church. Doors open at Free entry. Donations welcome. Christmas Concert performed by the Choral Society, admission: EUR 15.00 (advance bookings: EUR 13.00) in Jochberg Parish Church
Advent in Reith
Walkable Advent calendar in Reith The entire village of Reith will turn into a walkable Advent calendar from the 1 th of December until Christmas Eve. Every day a new window will be opened. Visitors can stroll the streets, talk to the locals and enjoy the Christmas spirit radiating from the beautiful Advent calendar images. All 24 windows will remain on display until the 6 th of January 2018.
Heavenly Advent
Heavenly Advent at the Rasmushof Taking place at the finish line of the legendary Hahnenkamm ski race course between the 25 th of November and the 23 rd of December, Himmlischer Advent (Heavenly Advent) at the Rasmushof Hotel appeals to all the senses. The area is transformed into a winter wonderland with more than 40 beautifully decorated fir trees adorned with fairy lights and thousands of glittering baubles. Away from the hustle and bustle of the town, it s the perfect place to indulge in mouthwatering Christmas biscuits, mulled wine and regional delicacies. At the weekends, visitors can look forward to an impressive array of highlights, including traditional live singers, brass bands and a petting zoo for the little ones. daily 25 th Nov. to 23 rd Dec. Every Fri., Sat. and Sun. 5.00 p.m. 4.00 p.m. Regional Delicacies Christmas Market with wonderful gift ideas and souvenirs, a romantic atmosphere with mulled wine, punch, hot chestnuts, cakes and biscuits Jutta s Petting Zoo Sat. 25 th Nov. 5.00 p.m. Sun. 26 th Nov. 5.00 p.m. Sat. 02 nd Dec. 5.00 p.m. Sun. 03 rd Dec. 5.00 p.m. Sat. 09 th Dec. 5.00 p.m. Sun. 10 th Dec. 5.00 p.m. Sat. 16 th Dec. 5.00 p.m. Sun. 17 th Dec. 5.00 p.m. Fri. 22 nd Dec. 3.00 p.m. 5.00 p.m. Sat. 23 rd Dec. 5.00 p.m. Heavenly Advent opening with live music Kitzbühel Music School adult choir Zillertaler Weisenbläser brass band Austrian Trombone Quartet brass ensemble Goinger Anklöpfler traditional live band Zillertaler Weisenbläser brass band Kitzbühel Music School children s group Zillertaler Weisenbläser brass band Austrian Trombone Quartet Children s Afternoon children can make straw stars and cinnamon stars, bake biscuits, listen to fairy tales, pretend they are in the circus, have their faces painted, and much, much more Goinger Anklöpfler traditional live band For further information, please visit www.rasmushof.at/en
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Kitz.Shop Have yourself a merry little Kitzbühel Christmas. Are you trying to find a unique Christmas gift for your loved ones? Visit our Kitz Shop! Our famous chamois logo will put a smile on many a face. Choose from a varied selection of products including sportswear and fashion, accessories, key chains, wine and water glasses, fleece blankets and mobile phone cases. You may even want to buy an interesting book on Kitzbühel or some elegant golf equipment. In any case, Kitz Shop gifts are a fantastic way to remind your friends and family of the great times you ve had in the Alpine city of sports. Visit us at shop.kitzbuehel.com and find your own personal favourite with the chamois. Kitzbühel merchandise is available online as well as directly at Kitzbühel Tourismus in Hinterstadt. Stop by and browse through our extensive collection. Felt slippers Women s Men s EUR 21.00 Fleece blanket EUR 42.00 Biscuit cutters Small EUR 12.00 Large EUR 15.00 Wrapping paper 70 x 200 cm EUR 4.90 Baby felt slippers EUR 24.00 Felt bag, small EUR 36.00 Felt key chain EUR 9.00 Christmas ornaments 3-piece set EUR 12.00
Events 2018 01 st January Large New Year fireworks display with ski show 11 th 14 th January 16 th Corum Snow Polo World Cup 16 th 21 th January 78 th Hahnenkamm Races 24 th February 8 th Streif Vertical Up 2018 03 rd March Sick Trick Tour Freeski event Hanglalm Snowpark 09 th 11 th March Fireball event 18 th 21 st May International Football Cordial Cup 06 th 09 th June 31 st Kitzbühel Alpine Rally 15 th 17 th June Kitzbühel triathlon 17 th 24 th June 16 th Kitzbühel Golf Festival 18 th 26 th June 23 rd KitzAlpBike Mountain Bike Festival July 70 th Tour of Austria 7 th July Classical Music in the Alps. With Elina Garanča & Friends 13 th 15 th July 23 rd Kitz on Wheels 29 th July 37 th Int. Kitzbüheler Horn Mountain Cycling Race 26 th July 17 th August 17 th Kitzbühel Summer Theatre 28 th July 04 th August 74 th Kitzbühel Generali Open 2018 01 st 22 nd August Kitzbühel Summer Concerts 04 th August 94 th Annual Fair of the Kitzbühel Town Band 15 th August 30 th Int. MTB Race to the Hahnenkamm 17 th 18 August 6 th Kitzbühel Music Festival with Andreas Gabalier 19 th August 34 th Weisenbläser Brass Band and High Pitch Yodeling Meeting 20 th 26 th August 6 th Kitzbühel Film Festival 26 th August 40 th Int. Kitzbüheler Horn Mountain Run 01 st September Kitzbühel Hops Festival 07 th 08 th September Kitzbühel Wine Festival 27 th 30 th September 9 th International Sports Car Festival
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Munich 125 km Kufstein A 12 172 Salzburg 80 km Vienna 380 km St. Johann in Tirol 173 178 178 Reith 161 Wörgl 170 Kitzbühel A 12 Aurach 171 161 Innsbruck 95 km Zurich 370 km Milan 480 km 170 Motorway National road Railway Road number Pass Jochberg Lienz 88 km The fastest way to Kitzbühel Location Conveniently located for day trips to Innsbruck, Salzburg and Munich Altitude 800 to 2,000 metres above sea level How to reach Kitzbühel From Innsbruck: Follow the A12 Inntal motorway to the Wörgl exit (motorway tax sticker required). Take the national road for 30 km until you reach Kitzbühel. From Germany: Follow the A12 Inntal motorway to the Kufstein Süd exit (motorway tax sticker required). Take the Eiberg national road for 26 km until you reach Kitzbühel. Munich 125 km, Innsbruck 95 km, Salzburg 80 km Kitzbühel International Railway Station www.kitzbuehel.com/en/up-to-date/the-short-way
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