Interested in visiting the Christmas Market in Hallstatt this year? We’ve gathered official information about the exact dates and we’ll add several tips on how to enjoy the advent season here beyond these dates. You’ll learn where to park for easy access to town, where to stay in Hallstatt, and where to find good food. Let’s begin:
Christmas Market in Hallstatt
Hallstatt is considered by many to be Austria’s most fairytale-like village, and during Christmas, it transforms into a living snow postcard. That’s why we recommend planning your visit during snowy days. You can look forward to houses with wooden balconies, lights reflecting on the lake’s surface, and mountains in the background.
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The Hallstatt Christmas Market has its unique charm that can’t be replicated, and although there are many tourists here, it’s something we can overlook. The advent atmosphere will win you over.
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Where to Stay for the Christmas Market in Hallstatt and beyond?
Hallstatt has only a few dozen accommodation options, and they sell out months in advance. If you want to enjoy the Hallstatt Christmas Market with authentic atmosphere and without stress from travel and parking, we recommend looking for accommodation well in advance. Here are some of our recommendations:
Hotel and Guesthouse Recommendations
✅ The most famous hotel in Hallstatt
✅ Balconies with direct lake views
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✅ Three historic buildings in the center
✅ Stylish interior, restaurant with a view
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✅ Family guesthouse steps from the market
✅ Cozy atmosphere and traditional breakfast
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✅ Suitable for families or longer stays
✅ Parking available and kitchenette
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Haven’t found suitable accommodation? Find one that meets your exact requirements:
When is the Christmas Market in Hallstatt?
The Hallstatt Christmas Market this year takes place with accompanying program only on one day, Monday:
- December 8, 2025 / from 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- at Marktplatz in Hallstatt
Hallstatt Christmas Market
The picturesque Lake Hallstatt surrounded by stunning mountains, unique traditions, and vibrant folk customs. All this creates one of the most charming Christmas markets in all of Austria.
However, if you arrive at any other time during the pre-Christmas season, rest assured you’ll still enjoy Hallstatt’s advent atmosphere. Locals decorate their houses with lights and other Christmas decorations, and you can still enjoy hot punch and traditional food.
Hallstatt Christmas Market
What to See in Hallstatt During Advent?
1. Marktplatz – the heart of Christmas Hallstatt
- Look forward to wooden stalls, lights, and views of snow-covered roofs of local houses and white mountain scenery above the lake.
- In the evening, local choirs or village children sometimes perform – especially on the mentioned December 8, 2025 (Monday).
Hallstatt Christmas Market
2. Parish Church of the Assumption
- A romantic Gothic church with a view of the entire town.
- An ideal quiet place for advent contemplation.
3. Lake Promenade
- Though short and busy on weekends, the magical walk along the water will surely captivate you.
- In the evening, the market lights reflect on the water’s surface – set your camera to festive mode.
4. Salt Mine Salzburg – Altaussee
- Due to cable car and mine reconstruction, trips to partner locations – Salzburg and Altaussee are available
- If you want to combine advent with some learning, winter here is quiet and crowd-free.
- Try the local salt from the mines.
Note that Salzwelten Hallstatt (salt mine, cable car, Skywalk viewpoint and high mountain valley) will remain closed until summer 2026.
5. ALL Inclusive Tour to Altaussee Mine
- You can visit the mentioned partner mine from Hallstatt daily (except Christmas – New Year’s)
- The trip costs 44 EUR per person / 24 EUR per child. Meeting point is daily at 13:50 at the bus terminal in Hallstatt
Departure from Hallstatt: 14:00 and return to Hallstatt: approximately at 17:30 - Tickets for the trip can be purchased at the information booth in Hallstatt, no later than 15 min. before departure
- What to expect at Salzwelten Altaussee
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The largest active salt mine in Austria
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The mysterious Chapel of St. Barbara
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Underground salt lake
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Two long mining slides
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The story of saving priceless art treasures
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Where to Park for the Christmas Market in Hallstatt?
Below we list individual parking lots that are well-marked on information boards in Hallstatt and can be found using GPS on your phone or in your car. Here’s how long it takes to walk from the parking lot, bus, or boat to reach the main square for the Hallstatt Christmas market:
- All-day parking in Hallstatt costs around 16 EUR:
- Parking lot “P1”: 15 Min.
- Parking lot “P2”: 10 Min.
- Parking lot “P3/P4”: 40 Min.
- Bus terminal: 10 Min.
- Boat stop (in center): 2 Min. – boat from train station costs about 2-4 EUR
Where to get Food and Punch / Christmas Market in Hallstatt
1. Market Square Stalls
- Looking forward to traditional mulled wine, punch, and hot chocolate?
- In Hallstatt, treat yourself to homemade cakes and cheese from nearby farms.
- And don’t forget the famous cream rolls!
- Traditional punch and mulled wine costs around 4-7 EUR
2. Gasthof Zauner
- If you enjoy traditional Austrian cuisine, come here for lunch or dinner.
- We recommend the excellent venison goulash.
3. Seehotel Grüner Baum Restaurant
- If you prefer modern cuisine and would like a lake view, plan your lunch here.
4. Café Derbl
- You must stop here after a walk for dessert and coffee, the café is open in winter too.
5. Restaurant im Kainz
- Our favorite restaurant, where they’ll prepare excellent fish even in winter, plus you’ll enjoy a romantic atmosphere.
We hope the Hallstatt Christmas Market has enticed you with its fairytale atmosphere. Don’t forget to share your trip experiences on Instagram #austrianlakes – we look forward to seeing them!
