Advent at Lake Achensee 2025: Christmas Markets in 4 Ways
You’ll find Christmas markets at several locations around Lake Achensee. They share the main features of Advent, emphasizing traditions, music, crafts, and an intimate atmosphere contrasting with the lake and surrounding mountains. They’re perfect for enhancing your pre-Christmas ski holiday in Tyrol or as a weekend getaway if you want to experience a quieter Advent in Austria, away from crowds, with the scent of mulled wine, gingerbread, and pine needles.
Seeweihnacht Christmas market of the Achenseeschifffahrt / (c) TB Achensee
Christmas Markets at Lake Achensee
Advent at Lake Achensee features Christmas markets between mountains and lake. If you’re longing for peaceful, festive moments, we’ve prepared four tips for Christmas markets at Achensee, and we believe you’ll fall in love with the local atmosphere, just as we did at Austrian Lakes.
Accommodation at Lake Achensee
Treat yourself to a relaxing Advent weekend at Achensee – stay in one of the trusted hotels by the lake, where you’ll be just steps away from Christmas walks and markets.
Verified hotel recommendations at Achensee:
Hotel Karlwirt (Pertisau)
✅ Great location as a base for lakeside walks and mountain trips
✅ Proven hotel with very good Booking.com ratings
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VAYA Achensee (Achenkirch)
✅ Modern style accommodation with good value for money in the Achensee area
✅ Suitable for active stays and relaxation (wellness facilities according to seasonal availability)
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Entners am See (Pertisau)
✅ Luxury choice right by the lake – excellent reviews and top service
✅ Ideal if you want to combine Advent with high-standard wellness and relaxation
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None of these hotels appeal to you? Choose accommodation according to your own requirements:
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Accommodation at Lake Achensee
Where and when are the Christmas markets at Lake Achensee?
1. Bergadvent at Fischergut (Pertisau)
These Christmas markets at Lake Achensee in Pertisau are primarily for those seeking a quiet Advent and traditional Christmas settings. You’ll find the historic Fischergut area with craft stalls, plus musical programs and other Christmas tradition demonstrations. Don’t expect a large market, just a pleasant Advent at Achensee.
Adventszeit beim Fischergut in Pertisau / (c) TB Achensee
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The market runs from Nov 29-28. 12. 2025 – typically Fri-Sun.
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Opening hours: Fri 3-7 PM, Sat/Sun 2-7 PM.
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Exceptionally open on Dec 8 12. (2-7 PM).
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Not operating: Nov 28 and Dec 26, 2025.
2. Seeweihnacht on the Boat (Achenseeschifffahrt)
This Advent experience at Achensee will create lasting memories. Whether you come with your partner or the whole family, don’t miss the Christmas-lit boat cruise on the lake. The boat literally transforms into a floating Christmas market. The interior keeps you warm while the exterior dazzles with lights and Christmas decorations.
Advent at Lake Achensee in Pertisau / (c) TB Achensee
Look forward to regional specialties and Christmas atmosphere right on winter Lake Achensee:
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Boarding and disembarking stops: Pertisau am Achensee and Achenkirch am Achensee
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Christmas line operation: Nov 28-21. 12. 2025, Fri-Sun, 11:00 AM-5:30 PM.
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Also operates on Dec 8. 12. 2025.
Boat departure times:
Pertisau 11:00 – 12:30 – 14:00 – 15:30
Scholastika 11:45 – 13:15 – 14:45 – 16:45
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3. Landweihnacht at Kräuterhüttl (Achenkirch)
Accept an invitation to a Christmas gathering by the lake with music and accompanying program. Advent at Lake Achensee has prepared a program ideal for families with children. Kids will enjoy pony rides, and everyone will love carriage rides around the area. If you have children, these Christmas markets at Lake Achensee are their annual favorite.
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Regular opening hours Nov 28-28. 12. 2025, Fri-Sun 11:30 AM-5:00 PM.
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Exceptionally open on Dec 8 12. (11:30 AM-5:00 PM).
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Dec 22-25. 12. 2025 the Kräuterhüttl-Shop is open (as a standalone store).
Landweihnacht in Achenkirch am Achensee / (c) TB Achensee
4. Tiroler Bergweihnacht at Sixenhof (Achenkirch)
Interested in traditional Advent at Lake Achensee? Local Christmas traditions come alive at Tiroler Bergweihnacht in Sixenhof. The Christmas markets at Achensee here will charm you with a program in an old farm building, which is actually a centuries-old barn. Look forward to live animals and the local version of the Christmas story.
(c) Heimatmuseum Sixenhof Achensee
(c) Heimatmuseum Sixenhof Achensee
A ticket purchased for these markets usually includes access to the local Heimatmuseum. The atmosphere is enhanced by a decorated parlor and a small retail space for Christmas trinket shopping.
- Open: from November 28 to December 28, 2025, Friday to Sunday and holidays, from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
- Admission: €8 per person, children under 15 free.
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