Advent market in Graz | © Graz Tourismus | Rene Walter Advent market in Graz | © Graz Tourismus | Rene Walter
in the Graz Region

Glorious Advent

Magic is in the air: a warm glow of light, festive music and the scent of cinnamon and roast chestnuts transform city and country into an atmospheric winter world. The anticipation of Christmas is everywhere to be seen: artfully designed Christmas markets, tasty regional food, handmade gifts and a twinkle in the eyes of both young and old.

In the Advent season, Graz doesn’t only shine with its bright lights, but also with its cultural variety and special moments. Between the alleyways of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, 16 lovingly designed Christmas markets invite you to linger – each with its own charm, all within walking distance of each other, and all unique. One particular highlight is the world’s largest Ice Nativity Scene in the Landhaushof: since 1996, an impressive work of art has been created here every year with some 35 tonnes of ice – a masterful creation by Finnish artist Kimmo Frosti. The Office for Christmas Carols in the Sporgasse is also a special place – with more than 30,000 songs, stories and melodies, it is a unique place for musical tradition worldwide.

Advent magic also awaits in the surrounding area: the LUMAGICA light park at the Murhof in Frohnleiten delights with a lights-based art in a natural wintery setting, and when the Christmas-lit skyline in Frohnleiten is reflected in the river Mur, it transforms into a whole stage of light. The “Tannengrass and Lebzeltstern” event at Stübing open air museum brings traditional winter crafts to life. During Advent at Schloss Piber in the home of the Lipizzan stallions, crafts, cuisine and the famous stud farm provide a festive atmosphere.
Whether it’s an urban Christmas experience or traditional Advent fun – in the Graz Region, city and country merge into a magical Christmastime world. 

Be seduced by the Christmas magic of the Graz Region – find your accommodation now and experience unforgettable Advent days between light, tradition and festive warmth.

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Advent in the Graz Region is more than just Christmas markets. It is the special atmosphere of town and country. Between bright lights and the stillness of winter. Between anticipation and reflection.

© Harry Schiffer Photodesign | HARRY SCHIFFER PHOTODESIGN

ADVENT BUCKET LIST

  •  16 Christmas markets accessible on foot in Graz 
  • The world’s biggest Ice Nativity Scene in the courtyard of Graz Landhaus
  • The unique Office for Christmas Carols in the Sporgasse
  • The Christmas tree on the main square in Graz, decorated with over 25,000 LEDs, 90 fairy lights and 100 gold and silver baubles
  • The Advent calendar projection on Graz Town Hall 
  • A 3,000 m² ice rink at the Graz Winter World
  • LUMAGICA – the magic light park at the Murhof near Frohnleiten
  • The romantically lit skyline of Frohnleiten
  • The Barthlmäer Advent market in St. Bartholomä
  • Advent at Piber Castle – with the world famous Lipizzan stallions
„"Event tip: the New Year’s Eve Spectacular on Graz’s main square is the crowning achievement and a perfect transition from an atmospheric Advent to a glorious New Year.”“
© Erwin Scheriau | Erwin Scheriau

New Year’s Eve

It doesn’t stop at Christmas: in the Graz Region, the festive atmosphere continues seamlessly into the New Year – and that includes the New Year’s Eve Spectacular on the main square of Graz.
With bright lights, live entertainment and a festive atmosphere, the city bids farewell to the old year with a brilliant finale – and welcomes the new one with open arms. A highlight at the turn of the year!

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Graz Region

Those who like to get active in the winter can find numerous opportunities for walking, tobogganing or recharging their batteries in nature.