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  • Adventmarkt im Schloss Reichenau an der Rax. Das Schloss ist von außen stimmungsvoll beleuchtet, im Innenhof stehen die Hütten. Menschen stehen davor und trinken Punsch.
    ©© Wiener Alpen/Christian Kremsl

The most beautiful Advent markets

in the Semmering-Rax region

Atmospheric Advent markets, winter hikes and special trips on the Höllentalbahn railway

The pre-Christmas period in the Semmering-Rax region exudes a special calm and warmth. Craftsmanship, regional delicacies and cultural events - from small concerts to exhibitions - invite you to spend unforgettable moments during Advent.

Winter hiking with all the senses

Whether snow-covered landscape or clear winter air: the region offers numerous hiking and walking trails, for example around Reichenau Castle or Gloggnitz. Vanilla crescents, gingerbread and the like can be savoured and then "worked off" again on the trails.

  • Reichenau Castle
    ©Gemeinde Reichenau
    • DifficultyEasy
    • Distance5,57 km
    • Duration1:16 h

    Winter walk in the Reichenau villa district

    Tour Starting from Reichenau municipal office
  • Gloggnitz Castle
    ©Stadtgemeinde Gloggnitz
    • DifficultyModerate
    • Distance4,71 km

    Winter walk through Gloggnitz

    Tour Starting from Gloggnitz Castle
  • Parish church of St. Barbara
    ©©Bwag, CC BY-SA 4.0
    • DifficultyEasy
    • Distance1,58 km

    Barbarapromenade in Reichenau

    Tour Starting from Starting board at Schlossplatz
  • Reichenau Castle
    ©©Wiener Alpen, Foto: Franz Zwickl
    • DifficultyModerate
    • Distance7,28 km
    • Duration1:41 h

    Augenbrünnlrunde

    Tour Starting from Starting panel Schlossplatz
  • In the middle of a picturesque landscape, the fountain bubbles in a lovingly designed garden surrounded by colorful flowerbeds. The majestic mountains in the background lend the scenery an impressive backdrop that invites you to linger and relax.
    ©Niederösterreich Werbung/Robert Herbst
    • DifficultyEasy
    • Distance3,07 km
    • Duration0:38 h

    Grünstingbach Promenade

    Tour Starting from Start board Schlossplatz
©© ÖGLB/Albin Michlmayr

Advent trips on the Höllental railway

A real experience for all ages: The historic Höllentalbahn railway chauffeurs you from Reichenau station to Hirschwang - including a warming hot drink at the station. This turns the journey itself into an Advent experience.

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Excursion destinations in winter

  • Exterior view of the Neunkirchen Museum with Austrian flag and information sign.
    ©Vanessa Staudenhirz

    Städtisches Museum Neunkirchen

    Stockhammergasse 13, 2620 Neunkirchen
  • Building of the Semmering Base Tunnel info box with ÖBB logo, surrounded by green meadow and trees, under a blue sky.
    ©TVB Semmering-Rax-Schneeberg

    Infobox Semmering-Basistunnel

    Wolfsschlucht 5, 2640 Gloggnitz
  • View of the Semmering Hirschenkogel mountain railway's summit station with the Liechtensteinhaus.
    ©Semmering Hirschenkogel

    Bergbahnen Semmering-Hirschenkogel

    Carolusstraße 3, 2680 Semmering-Kurort
  • People tobogganing on a snow-covered forest track.
    ©Semmering Hirschenkogel

    Tobogganing at Semmering

    Carolusstraße 3, 2680 Semmering-Kurort
  • Gloggnitz Castle in front of wooded hills and a blue sky.
    ©BWAG

    Gloggnitz castle

    Kirchensteig 3, 2640 Gloggnitz
  • Interior view of a traditional bowling alley with wooden elements and two lanes.
    ©Raxalpenhof

    Bowling Alleys

    Preinrotte 9, 2651 Reichenau an der Rax
  • The gentle waves of the water reflect the lush nature, while the majestic mountains in the background provide an impressive backdrop. Here, where the tranquillity of nature meets the beauty of summer, the surroundings invite you to relax and explore.
    ©Naturparke Niederösterreich/Robert Herbst

    Falkenstein Nature Park

    Markt 60, 2662 Schwarzau im Gebirge
  • Stone grotto with a statue of the Virgin Mary and benches outside.
    ©Wiener Alpen

    Lourdes Grotte in Maria Schutz

    Maria Schutz 1, 2641 Schottwien
  • The Maria Schutz pilgrimage church in front of a wooded hill in the fall.
    ©Gemeinde Schottwien - Horst Schröttner

    Wallfahrtskirche Maria Schutz

    Maria Schutz 1, 2641 Schottwien
  • View from the Semmering high road to the Südbahnhotel, with the Rax and Schneeberg mountains in the background
    ©Wiener Alpen/Robert Herbst

    Hochstraßenmuseum

    Hochstraße, 2680 Semmering-Kurort
  • Wine cellar with shelves full of wine bottles and a large bottle in the foreground.
    ©Vinodukt

    Vinoduct

    Anton- Weiser-Straße 36, 2650 Payerbach
  • Surrounded by majestic mountains and lush greenery, the historic pavilion exudes an inviting atmosphere. The gentle sounds of water gushing from the fountain harmonize perfectly with the picturesque backdrop and invite you to enjoy the beauty of nature.
    ©Niederösterreich Werbung/Robert Herbst

    Kurpark Reichenau

    Hauptstraße 63, 2651 Reichenau an der Rax
  • Three colorful sculptures on a meadow at sunset.
    ©Nina Nagy Photography

    Galerie Gut Gasteil

    Gasteil 1, 2640 Prigglitz
  • Cable car in the mountains with views of wooded slopes and valleys.
    ©Scharfegger's Raxalpen Resort

    Rax cable car

    Dr. Ewald Bing-Straße 3, 2651 Reichenau an der Rax
  • Outdoor pool with climbing wall, surrounded by trees.
    ©Stadtgemeinde Neunkirchen

    Outdoor and indoor pool Neunkirchen

    Am Erholungszentrum 8, 2620 Neunkirchen
  • A pavilion in a garden with yellow flowers in the foreground and mountains in the background.
    ©Jessica Langeder

    Schlossgärtnerei Wartholz

    Hauptstraße 113, 2651 Reichenau an der Rax
  • Entrance to the Grand Movie Cinema in Neunkirchen with red carpet.
    ©Wiener Alpen / Wilhelm A. Weidlich

    Grand Movie Cinema

    Am Spitz 11, 2620 Neunkirchen

Stress-free journey without a car

The Advent highlights are easily accessible by public transport: The railway, RUFbus Semmering-Rax and regional bus lines take you to all markets and events in a sustainable way. This way, Advent begins in a relaxed and climate-friendly way right from the start.

  • Die glitzernde Schneedecke lädt zu einem unvergesslichen Schneeschuhabenteuer ein. Umgeben von majestätischen Bergen und dichten Nadelwäldern erleben die Wanderer die Ruhe und Schönheit der Winterlandschaft. Jeder Schritt auf dem frischen Schnee bringt ein Gefühl von Freiheit und Abenteuer.
    ©© Scharfegger's Raxalpen Resort/A. Michalek

    Car-free excursions in winter