Crowds enjoying the festive Tauernadvent Christmas market in Obertauern, with glowing lights, decorated stalls, and a large Christmas tree in the snow.

A white Christmas in Obertauern

Q: When is the Tauernadvent Christmas market in Obertauern?

The Tauernadvent market kicks off together with the Ski Opening at the end of November and continues on every Advent weekend right up until just before Christmas. You can visit on Fridays and Saturdays from 4 to 9 pm and on Sundays from 4 to 8 pm – the perfect way to round off a day on the slopes with festive lights, music and alpine charm.

Q: Do I need to book hotels early for Christmas and New Year in Obertauern?

Yes, Christmas and New Year’s Eve are among the busiest times in Obertauern. Hotels and apartments fill quickly, so booking well in advance is recommended. Early reservations secure not only your preferred hotel but also access to popular festive extras, like Christmas dinners or New Year’s gala celebrations.

Festive markets, a Christmas wrapped in snow and a New Year sparkling with fireworks.

The magic of December

December in Obertauern is made for celebration. Sip mulled wine at the Tauernadvent, carve first tracks on snow-sure slopes and join in torchlight hikes, gala dinners and New Year’s fireworks.

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Obertauern in December

✨Snow-sure slopes for a guaranteed white Christmas

🎄Tauernadvent market on Advent weekends

🎅Visits from St. Nicholas and Krampus in early December

🎆Fireworks at midnight on New Year’s Eve

A December to remember

People enjoying a snowy evening at a Christmas market in Obertauern, chatting and drinking near a warmly lit wooden stall.

Tauernadvent Christmas market

Stroll Salzburg’s highest Christmas market with lights and cheer.

Tauernadvent Christmas market

Every Advent weekend, Obertauern transforms into a festive wonderland with the Tauernadvent Christmas market. Wooden stalls glow with lights, mulled wine fills the air with warmth and local crafts bring alpine charm to every corner. Children are delighted by visits from St. Nicholas, while music and torchlit hikes add magic for all ages. At 1,740 m, it’s the highest Christmas market in Salzburg - a snowy fairytale setting for unforgettable holiday moments.

Close-up of people clinking champagne glasses and holding sparklers to celebrate New Year’s Eve by the Christmas tree.

New Year's Eve celebration

Ring in the New Year with fireworks over snowy alpine peaks.

New Year's Eve celebration

Kick off the Silvester celebrations with Holiday.Track on December 30, carving the first turns on freshly groomed slopes at sunrise before enjoying a hearty Alpine brunch. On New Year’s Eve, Obertauern comes alive with international DJs, live bands and festive dinners. Then, as the clock strikes twelve, spectacular fireworks light up the snowy mountains, filling the ski resort with sparkling winter magic. Can you think of a better way to welcome the new year?

Two skiers in Santa hats relaxing on deck chairs in the snow with a stunning view of the Obertauern mountains.

Snow-sure holidays

A guaranteed White Christmas with skiing from dawn to dusk.

Snow-sure holidays

Obertauern is one of Austria’s most snow-reliable resorts, and December brings the perfect mix of skiing and celebration. Spend Christmas Eve making turns on wide, snowy pistes, then start Christmas Day with fresh powder under your skis. After hours on the mountain, warm up in rustic huts with seasonal treats and festive lights. Here, a white Christmas isn’t a dream, it’s a guarantee, wrapped in alpine charm and sparkling holiday atmosphere.

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Luxury ski getaway in the Alps Kesselspitze Hotel

SUPERIOR

Part of Kesselspitze Hotel & Chalet, Valamar Collection 4* S

Obertauern, Austria

For the ultimate ski holiday with a dash of luxury, head for the Kesselspitze Hotel in the snowy wonderland of Obertauern. With the ski-in/ski-out directly from the hotel, you’ll maximise your time on the slopes. After a fantastic day of fun on fresh snow, hit the plush spa for laps in the indoor pool and unwinding in the outdoor whirlpool with mountain views. Meanwhile, the little skiers can have heaps of fun at the Maro Club and games rooms. In the evening, enjoy gourmet dining, fine wines and the utmost comfort in the state-of-the-art rooms and suites.

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€344

Full Board Light included

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Your exclusive winter hideaway Kesselspitze Chalet

SUPERIOR

Part of Kesselspitze Hotel & Chalet, Valamar Collection 4* S

Obertauern, Austria

Find your perfect winter sanctuary at the exclusive Kesselspitze Chalet, adjacent to the Kesselspitze Hotel in Obertauern. With tastefully furnished interiors, the chalet provides high-end comfort for up to eight ski lovers – an ideal retreat for families and friends. Luxuriate in the privacy of your winter home, with breathtaking mountain vistas, impeccable service and full use of top-notch facilities of the hotel next door, including its luxury spa with an indoor pool, Maro Club facilities for kids and fine dining restaurant.

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€1,680

Full Board Light included

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Mountain chic the local way [PLACES] Obertauern

Obertauern, Austria

Go with the flow on the snowy slopes of Obertauern and discover a new kind of alpine cool. Designed for free-spirited travellers with curious minds, [PLACES] Obertauern by Valamar is an ideal spot for a fun-filled winter escape, just steps from ski lifts and surefire snow through the end of April. After a day of snowy fun, you’ll feel right at home in its state-of-the-art rooms, with alpine-chic décor, top-quality beds and high-tech perks. Unwind at the plush spa and the indoor pool and hit the buzzy après-ski scene with DJ tunes and top tipples.

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€280

FLEXI Half Board included

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A carefree alpine adventure Obertauern Hotel

Obertauern, Austria

With its quiet location in Obertauern, the Valamar Obertauern Hotel guarantees a perfect holiday in the Salzburg Alps. Here, you'll find the thickest snow cover in Austria and 100 km of ski slopes for every taste at an altitude of 1,700 metres above sea level. The hotel has direct access to ski lifts (mostly open type) and is located in the immediate vicinity of all the services and facilities of the ski resort.

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€317

Half Board included

From Christmas cheer to spring skiing

December sets the stage, but Obertauern’s season continues right through to May. After the Christmas markets and New Year fireworks fade, the slopes stay white, the après-ski keeps buzzing, and the mountains remain yours to explore. A holiday here is festive in December and unforgettable all winter.

The Tauernadvent market kicks off together with the Ski Opening at the end of November and continues on every Advent weekend right up until just before Christmas. You can visit on Fridays and Saturdays from 4 to 9 pm, and on Sundays from 4 to 8 pm – the perfect way to round off a day on the slopes with festive lights, music, and alpine charm.

Absolutely. Visiting before Christmas means you can enjoy the festive buildup without peak-season crowds. The Tauernadvent market runs each weekend, ski slopes are already open thanks to Obertauern’s snow guarantee and local traditions like St. Nicholas and Krampus add authentic alpine charm. It’s a magical way to start the season, with quieter slopes and plenty of festive atmosphere.

Yes, Christmas and New Year’s Eve are among the busiest times in Obertauern. Hotels and apartments fill quickly, so booking well in advance is recommended. Early reservations secure not only your preferred hotel but also access to popular festive extras, like Christmas dinners or New Year’s gala celebrations.

All Valamar hotels in Obertauern put you close to the festive action. The Valamar Obertauern Hotel and [PLACES] Obertauern by Valamar are right in the village center, steps from the Christmas market and fireworks. For a quieter experience, the Kesselspitze Hotel & Chalet offer ski-in, ski-out comfort at the Achenrainbahn station - perfect for combining holiday celebrations with peaceful alpine luxury.

Valamar Riviera d.d. has accommodation facilities in the Republic of Croatia and the Republic of Austria, where it operates through its branch Valamar Riviera d.d., Zweigniederlassung Austria, Gamsleitenstraße 6, 5563 Obertauern, FN 583355 a (Landesgericht Salzburg), VAT ID: ATU 78289647. Additionally, Valamar is a management company that, based on contracts, manages the tourism segment of the business and offers accommodation services in the facilities of Imperial Riviera d.d., Republic of Croatia, Rab, Jurja Barakovića 2, OIB: 90896496260 and HELIOS FAROS d.d., Republic of Croatia, Stari Grad, Naselje Helios 5, OIB: 48594515409. The term Valamar properties includes accommodation facilities of Valamar Riviera d.d., in Croatia and Austria, as well as accommodation facilities of other companies it manages.