Innsbruck’s “Christmas in the Mountains”
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<strong>Innsbruck’s</strong> <strong>“Christmas</strong><br />
<strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> Mounta<strong>in</strong>s”<br />
15 November 2014 until 6 January 2015<br />
Christmas Markets and Highlights <strong>in</strong> Advent<br />
<strong>in</strong> Innsbruck and its Holiday Villages<br />
www.christk<strong>in</strong>dlmarkt.cc
We are proud<br />
of our<br />
partner markets:<br />
Augsburg<br />
Christmas Market<br />
24 Nov. until<br />
24 Dec. 2014<br />
Trento<br />
Christmas Market<br />
22 Nov. 2014<br />
until 6 Jan. 2015<br />
We wish you a Merry Christmas<br />
and a Happy New Year!<br />
2 www.christk<strong>in</strong>dlmarkt.cc
Innsbrucker Bergweihnacht<br />
CONTENTS<br />
From 15 November 2014 until 6 January 2015, Innsbruck plans to<br />
impress with its 6 Christmas markets boast<strong>in</strong>g over 195 stalls and<br />
a huge variety on offer.<br />
<strong>Innsbruck’s</strong> Christmas Markets 4 – 12<br />
Introduc<strong>in</strong>g <strong>Innsbruck’s</strong> Christmas Markets 4 – 6<br />
Market Open<strong>in</strong>g Celebrations 7<br />
Daily Market Programme 8 – 9<br />
Traditional Events at <strong>the</strong> Markets 10 – 11<br />
Fairy Tale and Giants‘ Alley 12<br />
Concerts and Events 13 – 19<br />
Concerts and Events <strong>in</strong> Advent 13 – 16<br />
<strong>Innsbruck’s</strong> New Year’s Eve <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> Mounta<strong>in</strong>s 18 – 19<br />
Museums and Exhibitions 20 – 23<br />
Guided tours dur<strong>in</strong>g Advent 23<br />
Christmas <strong>in</strong> <strong>Innsbruck’s</strong> Holiday Villages 24 – 25<br />
Innsbruck Map - Everyth<strong>in</strong>g at a glance 26 – 28<br />
Innsbruck Card und Advent Packages 29 – 31<br />
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INNSBRUCK’S CHRISTMAS MARKETS<br />
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Christmas Market <strong>in</strong> <strong>Innsbruck’s</strong> Old Town –<br />
<strong>the</strong> traditional market<br />
Sat 15 Nov. – Tue 23 Dec. 2014<br />
<strong>Innsbruck’s</strong> traditional Christmas Market is set before <strong>the</strong> Golden<br />
Roof and surrounded by medieval house facades. On a stroll<br />
through <strong>the</strong> market with over 70 stalls, you will f<strong>in</strong>d Christmas tree<br />
decorations, arts and crafts and a few curiosities. A visit to <strong>the</strong> view<strong>in</strong>g<br />
platform over <strong>the</strong> hut rooftops or <strong>the</strong> enchant<strong>in</strong>g “Fairy Tale<br />
and Giants‘ Alley” is an absolute must. Then round off your even<strong>in</strong>g<br />
under <strong>the</strong> magnificent Christmas tree <strong>in</strong> front of <strong>the</strong> Golden Roof,<br />
with <strong>the</strong> traditional sounds of <strong>the</strong> tower trumpeters fill<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong> crisp<br />
air each day and a mug of mulled w<strong>in</strong>e warm<strong>in</strong>g your hands.<br />
Open daily from 11 am – 9 pm, trad<strong>in</strong>g until 8 pm<br />
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Christmas Market at Marktplatz – <strong>the</strong> family market<br />
Sat 15 Nov. – Tues 23 Dec. 2014<br />
This traditional, cosy, Tyrolean village-style market is an experience<br />
<strong>the</strong> whole family will love. The huge range on offer, <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g a puppet<br />
show, storytell<strong>in</strong>g, pony rides, pett<strong>in</strong>g zoo and nostalgic carousel<br />
is sure to impress visitors young and old alike. The real eye-catcher<br />
though is <strong>the</strong> glitter<strong>in</strong>g, over 14 metre-high Swarovski crystal tree,<br />
which this year welcomes a new star. More than 60 stalls sell<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Christmas products and a variety of delicious delicacies add to <strong>the</strong><br />
market’s appeal and make it a popular meet<strong>in</strong>g place.<br />
Open daily from 11 am – 9 pm, trad<strong>in</strong>g until 8 pm<br />
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Christmas Market <strong>in</strong> Maria-Theresien-Straße –<br />
<strong>the</strong> modern market<br />
Tue 25 Nov. 2014 – Tue 6 Jan. 2015<br />
<strong>Innsbruck’s</strong> ma<strong>in</strong> shopp<strong>in</strong>g street will once aga<strong>in</strong> dazzle visitors<br />
with a cornucopia of lights, glass and crystal – an avenue of glitter<strong>in</strong>g<br />
illum<strong>in</strong>ated trees, with modern light<strong>in</strong>g design and vivid mounta<strong>in</strong><br />
crystal, giv<strong>in</strong>g this Christmas market a very special flair. At <strong>the</strong><br />
30 stalls you will f<strong>in</strong>d an excit<strong>in</strong>g array of <strong>in</strong>ternational Christmas<br />
products and all manner of delicious treats. It’s clear to see <strong>the</strong><br />
world comes to Innsbruck! This market is also open after New Year<br />
until 6 January 2015.<br />
Open daily from 11 am – 9 pm, trad<strong>in</strong>g until 8 pm<br />
Wed 24 Dec. 2014 11 am – 3 pm (Thu 25 Dec. 2014 closed)<br />
Wed 31 Dec. 2014 11 am – 7 pm<br />
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Innsbruck‘s Christmas Markets<br />
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Christmas Magic <strong>in</strong> Wilten – <strong>the</strong> arty market<br />
Mon 24 Nov. – Sat 20 Dec. 2014<br />
Tranquil, romantic and very special! The Christmas market at Wiltener<br />
Patzl is <strong>the</strong> place for contemplation and more. Treats from Sard<strong>in</strong>ia,<br />
a puppet <strong>the</strong>atre, organic glühwe<strong>in</strong> and m<strong>in</strong>i concerts – <strong>the</strong><br />
Wilten Christmas Market is as varied as life and as contemplative as<br />
<strong>the</strong> Advent period! The assortment offered by <strong>the</strong> market stalls at<br />
Wiltener Platz provides a welcome break from <strong>the</strong> fast pace of <strong>the</strong><br />
holiday season: here you will f<strong>in</strong>d real handicrafts, <strong>the</strong> f<strong>in</strong>est cuis<strong>in</strong>e<br />
and a handpicked cultural programme, all <strong>in</strong> a very small sett<strong>in</strong>g.<br />
Open every Mon – Fri from 4 pm – 8 pm<br />
Sat from 2 pm – 8 pm<br />
Hungerburg Christmas Market – <strong>the</strong> panoramic market<br />
Fri 21 Nov. – Sun 21 Dec. 2014<br />
A Christmas Market with magnificent views over Innsbruck, a huge<br />
range of cul<strong>in</strong>ary delights and all k<strong>in</strong>ds of Christmas souvenirs await<br />
you on <strong>the</strong> Hungerburg, high above <strong>the</strong> city. Even <strong>the</strong> journey on<br />
<strong>the</strong> Hungerburg hybrid funicular railway, from <strong>the</strong> centre of town<br />
to <strong>the</strong> various stations designed by top architect Zaha Hadid, is an<br />
experience <strong>in</strong> itself.<br />
Open every Fri – Sun from 12 noon – 7 pm<br />
St. Nikolaus Christmas Market<br />
Fri 28 Nov. – Tue 23 Dec. 2014<br />
An Advent of special aromas, stillness, lights and toge<strong>the</strong>rness –<br />
experience this at Hans-Brenner-Platz <strong>in</strong> St. Nikolaus. F<strong>in</strong>d peace<br />
amid <strong>the</strong> hustle and bustle of <strong>the</strong> season, with contemplative music<br />
and homemade biscuits, and savour <strong>the</strong> anticipation of Christmas.<br />
A small, tranquil market for <strong>the</strong> whole family.<br />
Open daily from 4 pm – 9 pm<br />
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A STAR...<br />
NEW YORK...<br />
INNSBRUCK...<br />
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Stand<strong>in</strong>g resplendently at 14 metres high, <strong>the</strong> “Swarovski Crystal Tree”<br />
at Marktplatz Square can be seen for miles around. This year, artist<br />
Michael Hammers, has created a large star made of Swarovski crystals<br />
to top <strong>the</strong> tree. The designer made his first big star, “The Swarovski Star”,<br />
back <strong>in</strong> 2004 for <strong>the</strong> most famous Christmas tree at <strong>the</strong> Rockefeller<br />
Center <strong>in</strong> New York .
Innsbruck‘s Christmas Markets<br />
OPENING CELEBRATIONS<br />
Christmas Market <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> Old Town & Marktplatz<br />
Sat 15 Nov. 2014 5.30 pm and 6 pm<br />
These Christmas markets both open <strong>in</strong> traditional and contemplative<br />
style. The Christmas Market <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> Old Town is <strong>the</strong> first to<br />
open with <strong>the</strong> traditional sounds of <strong>the</strong> tower trumpeters before<br />
<strong>the</strong> Christmas tree <strong>in</strong> front of <strong>the</strong> Golden Roof is illum<strong>in</strong>ated with<br />
more than 1,300 lights. The procession cont<strong>in</strong>ues to <strong>the</strong> Christmas<br />
Market at <strong>the</strong> Marktplatz Square, which will open with a spectacular<br />
sensation aga<strong>in</strong> this year. The unveil<strong>in</strong>g of <strong>the</strong> Swarovski<br />
Star is <strong>the</strong> highlight of <strong>the</strong> open<strong>in</strong>g festivities.<br />
Hungerburg Christmas Market<br />
Fri 21 Nov. 2014, 5 pm<br />
The traditional open<strong>in</strong>g of this market takes place with a magnificent<br />
view across <strong>the</strong> whole city, with <strong>the</strong> tree lights be<strong>in</strong>g switched<br />
on this year by Mayor Christ<strong>in</strong>e Oppitz-Plörer. The children’s choir<br />
provides musical accompaniment to <strong>the</strong> programme.<br />
Christmas Magic <strong>in</strong> Wilten<br />
Mon 24 Nov. 2014, 4 pm<br />
Christmas magic beg<strong>in</strong>s <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> district of Wilten on 20 November.<br />
Look forward to various arts and crafts, traditional gifts and many<br />
a curiosity at this market.<br />
Christmas Market <strong>in</strong> Maria-Theresien-Straße<br />
Tue 25 Nov. 2014, 5.30 pm<br />
A spectacular light show always sets <strong>the</strong> perfect mood on <strong>the</strong><br />
open<strong>in</strong>g day of this market. Excitement builds to <strong>the</strong> sounds of<br />
<strong>in</strong>ternational music as <strong>the</strong> highlight of <strong>the</strong> even<strong>in</strong>g draws near:<br />
<strong>the</strong> switch<strong>in</strong>g on of <strong>the</strong> light<strong>in</strong>g design by Mayor Christ<strong>in</strong>e Oppitz-<br />
Plörer.<br />
St. Nikolaus Christmas Market<br />
Sun 30 Nov. 2014, 4 pm<br />
Traditional open<strong>in</strong>g of this market with Christmas w<strong>in</strong>d musicians<br />
and Tyrolean “Anklöpfler” carol s<strong>in</strong>gers.<br />
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DAILY PROGRAMME AT THE MARKETS<br />
> See Innsbruck Map p. 26-28<br />
Christmas Market <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> Old Town<br />
Daily from Sat 15 Nov. 2014 – Tue 23 Dec. 2014<br />
4.30 pm and 5.30 pm<br />
STORY TIME – AT THE THEATRE WAGON<br />
Westbahn<strong>the</strong>ater Innsbruck whisks both big and small off <strong>in</strong>to <strong>the</strong><br />
fairy-tale world of <strong>the</strong> Bro<strong>the</strong>rs Grimm.<br />
5.30 pm<br />
TURMBLÄSER FROM THE GOLDEN ROOF<br />
The “Turmbläser” tower brass band from Amras are <strong>the</strong> real essence<br />
of <strong>the</strong> Old Town market. Right on dusk <strong>the</strong>y beg<strong>in</strong> with a<br />
selection of traditional and atmospheric Christmas songs that<br />
are bound to enthral you.<br />
6 pm<br />
MUSICAL PRESENTATION BY THE INNSBRUCK MUSIC SCHOOL AT THE<br />
THEATRE WAGON<br />
A selection of Christmas tunes fill <strong>the</strong> Kiebachgasse alleyway with<br />
festive cheer, performed by students of <strong>the</strong> Innsbruck Music School.<br />
Christmas Market at Marktplatz<br />
Daily from Sat 15 Nov. 2014 – Tue 23 Dec. 2014<br />
2 pm – 6 pm<br />
PUPPET THEATRE, STORY TIME AND MAGIC SHOW<br />
Fun and enterta<strong>in</strong>ment for young and old on <strong>the</strong> stage<br />
Wednesday 2 pm – 5 pm<br />
SENIOR CITIZENS AND CHILDREN’S AFTERNOON<br />
“Kiachl” doughnuts and mulled w<strong>in</strong>e for senior citizens, € 1.50 each,<br />
plus greatly discounted prices on all children’s attractions.<br />
Wednesday 3 pm<br />
CHILDREN’S GLASS BLOWING<br />
Every Wednesday, children are <strong>in</strong>vited to make someth<strong>in</strong>g Christmassy<br />
out of glass (under guidance) and can take small gifts home<br />
with <strong>the</strong>m.<br />
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Innsbruck‘s Christmas Markets<br />
Christmas Market <strong>in</strong> Maria-Theresien-Straße<br />
Daily from Tue 25 Nov. 2014 – Tue 23 Dec. 2014<br />
5 pm<br />
MUSICAL PRESENTATION BY THE INNSBRUCK MUSIC SCHOOL<br />
The Innsbruck Music School enchants visitors with Christmas<br />
songs <strong>in</strong> front of <strong>the</strong> “Spitalskirche” hospital church.<br />
Daily from Tue 25 novembre 2014 - Tue 6 Jan. 2015<br />
8 pm<br />
CLASSICAL HOUR<br />
In additional to selected pieces of classical music, jazz and<br />
modern tunes will also r<strong>in</strong>g out from <strong>the</strong> crystal bar.<br />
Christmas Magic <strong>in</strong> Wilten<br />
Daily Mon - Sat from 24 Nov. – 20 Dec. 2014<br />
Mon - Fri 6.15 pm<br />
The Christmas market at Wiltener Platzl will keep you enterta<strong>in</strong>ed<br />
with read<strong>in</strong>gs, concerts, cabaret, clowns and fire shows.<br />
Saturday 3 pm<br />
PUPPET THEATER<br />
Excit<strong>in</strong>g adventures with „Kasperl“<br />
Hungerburg Christmas Market<br />
Fri - Sun from 21 Nov. – 21 Dec. 2014<br />
Daily at 5 pm:<br />
ATMOSPHERIC MUSIC PROGRAMME<br />
Brass quartet, except for <strong>the</strong> open<strong>in</strong>g and on 6 December<br />
St. Nikolaus Christmas Market<br />
Daily 28 Nov. - 23 Dec. 2014<br />
Thu - Sun 6 pm<br />
Advent music, “Anklöpfler” s<strong>in</strong>gers and w<strong>in</strong>d ensembles<br />
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TRADITIONAL EVENTS AT THE MARKETS<br />
Sun 30 Nov./07/14 and 21 Dec. 2014 | 5 pm<br />
ADVENT CELEBRATION FOR CHILDREN AT MARKTPLATZ<br />
Every Sunday of Advent, children can get toge<strong>the</strong>r to listen to some<br />
stories by <strong>the</strong> open fire.<br />
Sun 30 Nov. 2014 | 6 pm<br />
“KEMATER TUIFL GAUDA” AT MARKTPLATZ<br />
Visitors can expect an impressive show with devils, baby devils and<br />
angels.<br />
Sun 30 Nov. 2014 | 6 pm<br />
PERFORMANCE BY THE PHILIPPINE CHOIR<br />
The Kiebachgasse lane is full of rhythmic sounds and many a fareastern<br />
Christmas song.<br />
Thu 4 Dec. 2014 | 6.30 pm<br />
THE KRAMPUS OF EAST TYROL IN FRONT OF THE OTTOBURG<br />
RESTAURANT/OLD TOWN<br />
These devilish Krampus figures sweep through <strong>the</strong> market sport<strong>in</strong>g<br />
animal sk<strong>in</strong>s and terrify<strong>in</strong>g masks. In Innsbruck, this event does not<br />
get out of hand and is safe.<br />
Fri 5 Dec. 2014 |2 pm – 5 pm<br />
ST. NICHOLAS PARADE AT MARKTPLATZ<br />
St. Nicholas hands out small gifts to all <strong>the</strong> children, accompanied<br />
by Christmas angels.<br />
Fri 5 Dec. 2014 | 5 pm<br />
INNSBRUCK’S ST. NICHOLAS PARADE<br />
Accompanied by a host of angels, St. Nicholas walks from St. Nikolaus<br />
church to <strong>the</strong> Ca<strong>the</strong>dral Square (Domplatz). Welcome address<br />
by <strong>the</strong> Bishop and Mayor Christ<strong>in</strong>e Oppitz-Plörer.<br />
Fri 5/12 and 19 Dec. 2014 | 7 pm<br />
PERFORMANCE BY THE “GÖTZNER ANKLÖPFLER” AT MARKTPLATZ<br />
“Anklöpfeln” is a typical Tyrolean Christmas custom, <strong>in</strong> which s<strong>in</strong>gers<br />
enterta<strong>in</strong> with carols and proclaim <strong>the</strong> message of <strong>the</strong> birth of Jesus.<br />
Sat 6 Dec. 2014 |4.30 pm<br />
ST. NICHOLAS PARADE AND KRAMPUS RUN ON THE HUNGERBURG<br />
St. Nicholas takes <strong>the</strong> funicular up to <strong>the</strong> Hungerburg and gives Santa<br />
sacks to <strong>the</strong> children <strong>the</strong>re. Followed by a “Krampus” (devils’) run.<br />
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Innsbruck‘s Christmas Markets<br />
Sun 7 Dec. 2014 | 6 pm<br />
“PERCHTEN” DEVILS’ RUN IN MARIA-THERESIEN-STRASSE<br />
Cumbersomely, <strong>the</strong> mystical figures struggle forwards <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir heavy<br />
costumes. But <strong>the</strong>y push on relentlessly, beat<strong>in</strong>g drums, sound<strong>in</strong>g<br />
goat horns and do<strong>in</strong>g a “witch<strong>in</strong>g” dance. An unforgettable highlight<br />
with <strong>the</strong> Weilerpass group from Kirchbichl.<br />
Fri 12 Dec. 2014 | 6.30 pm<br />
TORCH DANCE IN FRONT OF THE OTTOBURG RESTAURANT/OLD TOWN<br />
For <strong>the</strong> Feast of Sa<strong>in</strong>t Lucia, <strong>the</strong> artful dancers from <strong>Innsbruck’s</strong><br />
Town and Country Traditional Costume Society br<strong>in</strong>g brilliant firelight<br />
to <strong>the</strong> dark w<strong>in</strong>ter night.<br />
Sun 14 Dec. 2014 | 6 pm<br />
PERFORMANCE BY THE WILDSCHÖNAU GOSPEL CHOIR<br />
Rous<strong>in</strong>g Christmas music by one of <strong>the</strong> most well-known choirs <strong>in</strong><br />
Tyrol, at <strong>the</strong> Theatre Wagon <strong>in</strong> Kiebachgasse lane.<br />
Thu 18 Dec. 2014 | 6 pm<br />
“WATTENBERGER HERBERGSSUCHER”, THEATRE WAGON,<br />
KIEBACHGASSE<br />
Joseph and <strong>the</strong> heavily pregnant Mary are look<strong>in</strong>g for a place to stay<br />
<strong>in</strong> Bethlehem – a popular musical play presented by <strong>the</strong> traditional<br />
“Herbergssucher” (<strong>in</strong>n seekers) from Wattenberg.<br />
Sun 21 Dec. 2014 | 5 pm<br />
INNSBRUCK’S CHRIST CHILD PROCESSION<br />
Accompanied by shepherds, angels and sheep, <strong>the</strong> Christ Child makes<br />
his way across Innsbruck <strong>in</strong> his magnificent carriage. More than<br />
500 children from <strong>Innsbruck’s</strong> schools provide a joyful atmosphere<br />
that gets <strong>the</strong> whole family <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> Christmas spirit. The festive procession<br />
goes down Maria-Theresien-Straße, Marktgraben, Herzog-<br />
Otto-Straße and Herrengasse and on to <strong>the</strong> State Theatre (Landes<strong>the</strong>ater),<br />
where all jo<strong>in</strong> <strong>in</strong> to s<strong>in</strong>g “Silent Night”. Admission free!<br />
Wed 24 Dec. – Sun 28 Dec. 2014 | 5 pm<br />
FESTIVE TOWER MUSIC<br />
Christmas melodies from <strong>the</strong> Golden Roof, <strong>the</strong> balcony of We<strong>in</strong>haus<br />
Happ and <strong>the</strong> Town Hall <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> historic centre provide a<br />
special musical experience.<br />
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Fairy Tale and Giants‘ Alley<br />
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Set off on an excit<strong>in</strong>g journey through <strong>the</strong> alleyways of <strong>the</strong> Old<br />
Town. On a walk through <strong>the</strong> “enchanted forest” you will encounter<br />
28 life-size characters from fairy tales and legends, who all<br />
look on from <strong>the</strong> historical facades, modern light <strong>in</strong>stallations<br />
and <strong>the</strong> four impressive giants of Riesengasse (giants’ alley).<br />
The daily fairy tale performances at <strong>the</strong> Theatre Wagon whisk you<br />
away to <strong>the</strong> world of <strong>the</strong> Bro<strong>the</strong>rs Grimm, delight<strong>in</strong>g both young<br />
and <strong>the</strong> young at heart. Fantastic prizes are to be had <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> great<br />
fairy tale pa<strong>in</strong>t<strong>in</strong>g competition. Fur<strong>the</strong>r <strong>in</strong>formation is available<br />
from <strong>the</strong> Christmas angels at <strong>the</strong> <strong>in</strong>formation stand <strong>in</strong> front of <strong>the</strong><br />
Ottoburg restaurant.
Concerts and Events<br />
CONCERTS AND EVENTS<br />
Sat 15 Nov. – Mon 29 Dec. 2014<br />
> Daily 10 am – 5 pm | Sat 9 am – 5 pm<br />
CHRISTMAS FLEA MARKET AT FRANZISKANERPLATZ<br />
The Christmas flea market offers you an opportunity to browse<br />
through <strong>the</strong> stalls of 12 antique dealers and to perhaps discover<br />
a real treasure at a barga<strong>in</strong> price. Open daily at Franziskanerplatz<br />
square, by <strong>the</strong> entrance to <strong>the</strong> Old Town (closed Thu 25 Dec.2014).<br />
Sat 22 Nov. | Sat 29 Nov. 2014<br />
> 6.30 pm, <strong>Innsbruck’s</strong> Hofkirche (Court Church)<br />
HOFKIRCHE CONCERTS WITH THE WILTENER SÄNGERKNABEN<br />
(WILTEN BOYS CHOIR)<br />
On <strong>the</strong> programme are well-known religious pieces and Advent<br />
songs from Tyrol and <strong>the</strong> Alp<strong>in</strong>e regions.<br />
For more <strong>in</strong>formation go to: www.saengerknaben.com,<br />
tickets: +43(0)512 5356, Ö-Ticket, box office<br />
Top Tip: Thu 27 Nov. - Sun 30 Nov. 2014<br />
> Square <strong>in</strong> front of <strong>the</strong> Tyrolean State Theatre<br />
THEATRE CHRISTMAS MARKET<br />
www.landes<strong>the</strong>ater.com<br />
Each Friday 28 Nov./5 Dec./12 Dec. and 19 Dec. 2014<br />
> Start: 5 pm, Tyrolean parliament chapel of St. George<br />
ORGAN IMPRESSIONS FOR ADVENT IN ST. GEORGE’S CHAPEL<br />
The Tyrolean Parliament cordially <strong>in</strong>vites you to an even<strong>in</strong>g of<br />
atmospheric Christmas organ impressions <strong>in</strong> St. George’s Chapel<br />
<strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> courtyard of <strong>the</strong> Old Parliament. Admission free!<br />
Fri 28 Nov. 2014<br />
> 7.30 pm, Spitalskirche (hospital church) Maria-Theresien-Straße<br />
STECHER ADVENT<br />
A contemplative even<strong>in</strong>g with thoughts from Bishop Re<strong>in</strong>hold<br />
Stecher that encourage reflection and fur<strong>the</strong>r consideration, with<br />
brief presentations by well-known Tyroleans and with Advent sentiments.<br />
For all those seek<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong> quieter side of Christmas.<br />
www.bischof-stecher-vere<strong>in</strong>.at<br />
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Fri 28 Nov. 2014 - Tue 6 Jan. 2015<br />
> Mon - Fri 7 am - 6.30 pm, Sat 7 am - 1 pm, Innsbruck Market Hall<br />
MARKET HALLS – NATIVITY TRAIL<br />
Dur<strong>in</strong>g Advent, <strong>the</strong> Market Hall is transformed <strong>in</strong>to <strong>the</strong> biggest<br />
farm crib <strong>in</strong> Tyrol. 15 large figur<strong>in</strong>es tell <strong>the</strong> Christmas<br />
story <strong>in</strong> a contemplative way <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> middle of <strong>the</strong> city.<br />
For more <strong>in</strong>formation go to www.markthalle-<strong>in</strong>nsbruck.at<br />
Sat 29 Nov. 2014<br />
> 4 pm – 9 pm, district of Anpruggen<br />
ANPRUGGEN LEISE (GO QUIETLY IN ANPRUGGEN)<br />
Sun 30 Nov. 2014<br />
> 3 pm, Igls village centre<br />
ST. NICHOLAS PARADE AND KRAMPUS RUN IN IGLS<br />
Sa<strong>in</strong>t Nicholas and a bunch of terrify<strong>in</strong>g Krampus characters are at<br />
<strong>the</strong> centre of <strong>the</strong> colourful go<strong>in</strong>gs-on <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> village square.<br />
From 3 pm: Stalls with Tyrolean cul<strong>in</strong>ary specialities<br />
5 pm: St. Nicholas Parade – St. Nicholas gives out sweets to<br />
children<br />
5.45 pm: Krampus Run – see more than 50 Krampus (devil<br />
characters) <strong>in</strong> traditional, home-carved masks<br />
Sun 30 Nov. 2014<br />
> From 10 am, Square <strong>in</strong> front of <strong>the</strong> elementary school <strong>in</strong> Amras<br />
community hall<br />
ADVENT MARKET IN AMRAS<br />
The now already traditional Advent market <strong>in</strong> Amras offers a wide<br />
variety of arts and crafts. Local brass bands provide a Christmassy<br />
atmosphere.<br />
Sun 30 Nov. 2014 – Tue 6 Jan. 2015<br />
> Daily 4 pm – 7 pm<br />
JAUFENTHAL CRIB<br />
Admire <strong>the</strong> wonderful Jaufenthal Crib at Adolf-Pichler-Platz.<br />
Visitors big and small will delight <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> 28 mov<strong>in</strong>g figures.<br />
Watch closely as <strong>the</strong> moon rises and <strong>the</strong> angels of glory appear.<br />
Accompanied by atmospheric Christmas music, <strong>the</strong> search for<br />
an <strong>in</strong>n becomes an impressive experience.<br />
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FOR EVENT TICKETS PLEASE CONTACT<br />
THE INNSBRUCK TICKET SERVICE<br />
Burggraben 3, 6020 Innsbruck<br />
Tel. +43 (0)512/53 56 · www.<strong>in</strong>nsbruck-ticket-service.at<br />
FOR ALL EVENTS GO TO www.eventsuche.com
Concerts and Events<br />
Fri 05.12 / Sat 06.12 / Fri 12.12 / Sat 13.12 / Fri 19.12 – Tue 23.12 /<br />
Fri 26-Tue 30.12.2014 / Thu 1 Jan. 2014 / every Thu from January-<br />
March 2015<br />
> at 8.30 pm, at Gasthaus Sandwirt am Inn<br />
TYROLEAN EVENINGS WITH THE GUNDOLF FAMILY<br />
The extremely varied programme <strong>in</strong>cludes traditional Tyrolean folk<br />
music with different <strong>in</strong>struments, Tyrolean danc<strong>in</strong>g and thigh-slapp<strong>in</strong>g<br />
“Schuhplattler”. www.tirolerabend.<strong>in</strong>fo<br />
Reservations requested: tel. +43 (0) 512 / 26 32 63<br />
Sat 6 Dec. | Sat 13 Dec. 2014<br />
> 5 pm, Innsbruck Congress Centre – Tirol room<br />
TYROLEAN CAROL SINGING FOR ADVENT 2014<br />
More than 50 artists <strong>in</strong>troduce <strong>the</strong>mselves through traditional songs<br />
and atmospheric music. With genu<strong>in</strong>e Tyrolean tradition, <strong>the</strong> forthcom<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Christmas period is <strong>the</strong> subject of contemplation – with<br />
Tyrolean Advent at <strong>the</strong> heart. www.tiroler-volksmusikvere<strong>in</strong>.at<br />
Sun 7 Dec. 2014<br />
> 5 pm, Innsbruck Congress Centre<br />
CHRISTMAS CONCERT WITH THE PALDAUER GROUP<br />
A unique Christmas show, a concert that gets under <strong>the</strong> sk<strong>in</strong>. An<br />
experience for <strong>the</strong> whole family, one you will remember for a long<br />
time. Ticket hotl<strong>in</strong>e: +43 5632/34612, www.koeck-tournee.com<br />
Mon 8 Dec. 2014<br />
> 8 pm Innsbruck Congress Centre, Tirol room<br />
GALA CONCERT OF ORIGINAL TIROLER KAISERJÄGER MUSIC<br />
Thu 18 Dec. 2014<br />
> 8 pm, Olympiahalle<br />
MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS<br />
Fri 19 Dec. 2014<br />
> 8 pm, Olympiahalle<br />
THE ORIGINAL USA GOSPEL SINGERS & BAND<br />
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Sat 20 Dec. 2014<br />
> 4 pm and 8 pm, Wilten Abbey Basilica<br />
THE WILTENER SÄNGERKNABEN (WILTEN BOYS CHOIR), ACADEMIA<br />
JACOBUS STAINER - J. S. BACH: CHRISTMAS ORATORIO (BWV 248)<br />
Choir and soloists of <strong>the</strong> “Wiltener Sängerknaben” - Academia<br />
Jacobus Sta<strong>in</strong>er - Conductor: Johannes Stecher<br />
Performance of all six parts of <strong>the</strong> Christmas Oratorio split <strong>in</strong>to<br />
two concerts. You can attend <strong>the</strong>se separately or toge<strong>the</strong>r, and<br />
with d<strong>in</strong>ner if desired. www.saengerknaben.com<br />
Tickets: +43(0)512 5356, Ö-Ticket, box office<br />
Sat 20 Dec. 2014 / 4 pm & 8 pm | Sun 21 Dec. 2014 / 4 pm<br />
> Tyrolean State Conservatory<br />
26TH TYROLEAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT<br />
Enjoy Christmas music from <strong>the</strong> Neustift Monastery near Brixen<br />
(South Tyrol) for vocal soloists, choir and orchestra. A concert from<br />
<strong>the</strong> Institute for Tyrolean Music Research <strong>in</strong> Innsbruck.<br />
Tue 23 Dec. 2014<br />
> 5.30 pm, Igls village centre<br />
IGLS “CHRISTMAS IN THE MOUNTAINS”<br />
200 angels, shepherds and animals accompany <strong>the</strong> Christ child,<br />
Mary and Joseph <strong>in</strong> a procession from <strong>the</strong> old town hall to <strong>the</strong> tourist<br />
office. A liv<strong>in</strong>g nativity scene, church choir, brass ensembles and<br />
jo<strong>in</strong>t rendition of “Silent Night” br<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong> event to a close.<br />
Fri 26 Dec. 2014<br />
> 6 pm, St. Nikolaus parish church<br />
INNSBRUCK CHRISTMAS CONCERT<br />
Christmas Concert by <strong>the</strong> Mariahilf – St. Nikolaus city band.<br />
Sun 28 Dec. 2014<br />
> 5 pm, Innsbruck Congress Centre<br />
FIREWORKS OF BRASS MUSIC<br />
The Wilten city band sets off musical fireworks for <strong>the</strong> turn of<br />
<strong>the</strong> year. Be enchanted and surprised by Tyrol’s exceptional<br />
young talents, as well as <strong>the</strong> enterta<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g and fasc<strong>in</strong>at<strong>in</strong>g brass<br />
music performed by <strong>the</strong> Wilten Redcoats.<br />
Tip: New Year’s Eve fireworks, <strong>in</strong> Kurpark Igls<br />
Wed 31 Dec. 2014, midnight<br />
Admission free!<br />
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TOP TIP!<br />
News, videos and much more:<br />
www.christk<strong>in</strong>dlmarkt.cc
INNSBRUCK’S NEW YEAR’S EVE IN THE MOUNTAINS<br />
Innsbruck <strong>in</strong>vites and <strong>the</strong> whole world is our guest.<br />
Tue 30 Dec. 2014<br />
2 pm – 5 pm, Old Town<br />
CHILDREN’S NEW YEAR’S EVE IN INNSBRUCK<br />
Celebrate New Year’s Eve just like <strong>the</strong> grownups – as part of<br />
Children’s New Year’s Eve <strong>in</strong> Innsbruck, children can do exactly that.<br />
Heaps of fun attractions and play stations will be set up across <strong>the</strong><br />
entire Old Town. To top it all off, <strong>the</strong>re will be a fireworks display at<br />
Marktplatz Square at 5 pm.<br />
Wed 31 Dec. 2014<br />
9 pm - 1.30 am, Inner City and Old Town<br />
INNSBRUCK’S NEW YEAR’S EVE IN THE MOUNTAINS<br />
Vibrant live music and a colourful show programme over several<br />
stages promise to enchant visitors to <strong>Innsbruck’s</strong> Old Town and <strong>in</strong>ner<br />
city. On <strong>the</strong> stroke of midnight, <strong>the</strong> town welcomes 2015 with a<br />
spectacular firework display, accompanied by <strong>the</strong> Danube Waltz and<br />
spectacular light<strong>in</strong>g effects. Pyrotechnic effects light up <strong>the</strong> skies<br />
not only over <strong>the</strong> Seegrube Mounta<strong>in</strong>, but across <strong>the</strong> town centre<br />
as well.<br />
For more <strong>in</strong>formation go to<br />
www.<strong>in</strong>nsbruckmarket<strong>in</strong>g.at<br />
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<strong>Innsbruck’s</strong> New Year’s Eve<br />
<strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> Mounta<strong>in</strong>s<br />
Wed 31 Dec. 2014<br />
11 pm, Dogana room, Innsbruck Congress Centre<br />
“SILVESTER BEATS” – TYROL’S BIGGEST INDOOR NEW YEAR’S EVE<br />
PARTY<br />
The official club night for <strong>Innsbruck’s</strong> New Year’s Eve <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> Mounta<strong>in</strong>s<br />
br<strong>in</strong>gs <strong>the</strong> flair of <strong>the</strong> “best club <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> world” to Innsbruck<br />
– <strong>the</strong> “<strong>in</strong> Bed with Space” world tour. Celebrate <strong>the</strong> New Year <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
sophisticated sett<strong>in</strong>g of <strong>the</strong> Dogana room, with hot beats from DJ<br />
Kid Chris, vocalist and house diva Sua Amoa and live acts.<br />
For more <strong>in</strong>formation go to www.cmi.at/silvesterbeats<br />
Thu 1 Jan. 2015<br />
5 pm, Innsbruck Congress Centre – Tirol room<br />
INNSBRUCK NEW YEAR’S CONCERT<br />
Public dress rehearsal: 31 Dec. 2014, 10 am<br />
Fairy tales have always <strong>in</strong>spired composers to create <strong>the</strong> most<br />
beautiful works. “Once upon a time – it was a magical start to<br />
<strong>the</strong> New Year” – with a performance of enchant<strong>in</strong>g melodies, <strong>the</strong><br />
Tyrolean Symphony Orchestra Innsbruck and pr<strong>in</strong>ciple conductor,<br />
Francesco Angelico, accompany <strong>the</strong> audience <strong>in</strong>to <strong>the</strong> New Year.<br />
For more <strong>in</strong>formation see<br />
www.landes<strong>the</strong>ater.at<br />
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MUSEUMS & EXHIBITIONS<br />
Tyrolean Folk Art Museum, Universitätsstraße 2<br />
> Mon – Sun, 9 am – 5 pm<br />
Wed 24 Dec. 2014, 9 am – 4 pm, admission free<br />
Wed 31 Dec. 2014, 9 am – 2 pm<br />
Thu 25 Dec. 2014 und Thu 1 Jan. 2015, closed<br />
The Tyrolean Folk Art Museum provides an <strong>in</strong>sight <strong>in</strong>to <strong>the</strong> art of<br />
crib mak<strong>in</strong>g from <strong>the</strong> 18th Century to <strong>the</strong> present day.<br />
Guided tour: Tyrolean Cribs<br />
> Sun 14 Dec. 2014, 4 and 18 Jan., 1 Feb. 2015, 11 am<br />
Children’s workshop “Felt Stars”<br />
> Wed 17 Dec. 2014, 2 pm – 5 pm<br />
Tyrolean State Museum Ferd<strong>in</strong>andeum, Museumstr. 15<br />
> Tue – Sun, 9 am – 5 pm<br />
Wed 24. Dec. 2014, 9 am – 2 pm, admission free<br />
Thu 25. Dec. 2014 and Thu 1 Jan. 2015, closed<br />
Wed 31 Dec. 2014, 9 am - 2 pm<br />
The museum displays archaeological objects, Roman and Gothic<br />
masterpieces, a major Dutch collection, exhibits from <strong>the</strong><br />
Baroque and 19th century plus <strong>the</strong> current exhibitions “Elmar<br />
Pe<strong>in</strong>tner” and “Joseph Anton Koch. The First Nazarene?”<br />
Oriental Christmas crib <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> entrance area<br />
> Tue 2 Dec. 2014 until Sun 1 Feb. 2015, admission free<br />
Children’s workshop “Fantasy landscapes”<br />
> Sat 29 Nov. 2014, 10 Jan. 2015, 2 pm – 5 pm<br />
Family tour “Journey to Bethlehem”<br />
> Sun 14 Dec. 2014, 3 pm<br />
After work: Art <strong>in</strong> short<br />
> Fri 19 Dec. 2014, 4 pm<br />
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Museums & Exhibitions<br />
Court Church (Hofkirche), Universitätsstraße 2<br />
> Mon – Sat 9 am – 5 pm, Sun & public holidays 12.30 – 5 pm<br />
Wed 24 Dec. 2014, 9 am – 4 pm*<br />
Thu 25 Dec. 2014, 12.30 – 5 pm*<br />
Wed 31 Dec. 2014, 9 am – 2 pm<br />
Thu 1 Jan. 2015, 12.30 – 5 pm*<br />
*Admission free via <strong>the</strong> ma<strong>in</strong> entrance<br />
The Court Church houses <strong>the</strong> tomb of Emperor Maximilian I.<br />
“Nativity scene pa<strong>in</strong>ted on wood panels by Josef Arnold, first<br />
half of <strong>the</strong> 19th Century”<br />
> Wed 24 Dec. 2014 until Mon 2 Feb. 2015<br />
Arsenal Museum, Zeughausgasse<br />
> Tue – Sun, 9 am – 5 pm<br />
Wed 24 Dec. 2014, 9 am – 5 pm, admission free<br />
Wed 31 Dec. 2014, 9 am - 2 pm<br />
Thu 25 Dec. 2014 and Thu 1 Jan. 2015, closed<br />
Once <strong>the</strong> weapon depot of Emperor Maximilian I, today <strong>the</strong><br />
“Zeughaus” is a museum of Tyrol‘s cultural history.<br />
Family afternoon “All about Christmas”<br />
> Wed 24 Dec. 2014, 2 pm – 5 pm<br />
Wait for <strong>the</strong> Christ Child with <strong>the</strong>atre, workshops, music, biscuits<br />
and dr<strong>in</strong>ks. Admission free<br />
For fur<strong>the</strong>r <strong>in</strong>formation go to<br />
www.tiroler-landesmuseen.at<br />
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TIROL PANORAMA with <strong>the</strong> Kaiserjägermuseum<br />
(Imperial Infantry Museum),Bergisel 1-2<br />
> Wed - Mon 9 am – 5 pm<br />
Wed 24 Dec. 2014, 9 am – 2 pm, admission free<br />
Thu 25 Dec. 2014, Thu 1, Sat 3 and Sun 4 Jan. 2015 closed<br />
Wed 31 Dec. 2014, 9 am – 2 pm<br />
The centrepiece of <strong>the</strong> museum is <strong>Innsbruck’s</strong> giant panoramic<br />
pa<strong>in</strong>t<strong>in</strong>g (Riesenrundgemälde), which depicts across 1,000 m²<br />
<strong>the</strong> Tyrolean struggles for freedom of 1809, presented as a fasc<strong>in</strong>at<strong>in</strong>g<br />
and breathtak<strong>in</strong>g 360-degree view. The exhibition area,<br />
“Schauplatz Tirol” (Showcase Tyrol), impresses with some surpris<strong>in</strong>g<br />
exhibits.<br />
Grassmayr Bell Foundry<br />
> Every Mon – Fri 9 am – 5 pm<br />
Mon 8 Dec., Thu 25 Dec. and Fri 26 Dec. 2014 closed<br />
A visit to <strong>the</strong> 400-year-old Grassmayr Bell Foundry <strong>in</strong> Innsbruck<br />
provides a rare <strong>in</strong>sight <strong>in</strong>to this ancient craft. Guided tours: free<br />
special tour through <strong>the</strong> bell foundry and bell museum on Wed<br />
3/10/17 Dec. 2014 at 3 pm. www.grassmayr.at<br />
Tyrolean Artists’ Association<br />
> Tue - Fri 10 am – 12 noon & 2 pm - 6 pm<br />
> Sat 11 am - 5 pm<br />
Admission free<br />
Kunstpavillon (art pavilion), Rennweg 8a, small Imperial Gardens<br />
“How to disappear completely”, group exhibition curated by<br />
Ingeborg Erhart: Fri 14 Nov. 2014 – Sat 3 Jan. 2015. Open<strong>in</strong>g on<br />
13 Nov. 2014 at 7 pm.<br />
New Gallery, Rennweg 1, Großes Tor (grand gate), Hofburg<br />
Imperial Palace<br />
Maruša Sagad<strong>in</strong>: Fri 7 Nov. 2014 - Sat 27 Dec. 2014<br />
Open<strong>in</strong>g on 6 Nov. 2014 at 7 pm.<br />
www.kuenstlerschaft.at<br />
TOP TIP!<br />
24 December free admission to all Tyrolean State Museums<br />
www.tiroler-landesmuseen.at.<br />
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Innsbruck‘s<br />
Christmas <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
2014 Mounta<strong>in</strong>s<br />
www.christk<strong>in</strong>dlmarkt.cc
Guided Tours <strong>in</strong> Advent<br />
GUIDED TOURS IN ADVENT<br />
Innsbruck Alp<strong>in</strong>e Zoo<br />
Lantern parade<br />
Christmas melodies fill <strong>the</strong> air on a guided lantern hike through <strong>the</strong><br />
beautifully illum<strong>in</strong>ated Alp<strong>in</strong>e Zoo. Advent read<strong>in</strong>gs add to <strong>the</strong> atmospheric<br />
even<strong>in</strong>g.<br />
Dates: Sun 30 Nov. - Sun 21 Dec. 2014<br />
On each Sunday of Advent, at 4 pm<br />
Information: www.alpenzoo.at<br />
The Night-watchman Narrates<br />
In <strong>the</strong> stillness of dawn, <strong>the</strong> night watchman moves through <strong>the</strong> dark<br />
alleys of <strong>the</strong> Old Town. Let him guide you by lantern light - excit<strong>in</strong>g<br />
and funny anecdotes of everyday life from <strong>the</strong> Baroque period to <strong>the</strong><br />
First World War. Listen out for <strong>the</strong> Tyrolean accent! A little schnapps<br />
for energy and if you wish, a climb up <strong>the</strong> city tower by night (special<br />
open<strong>in</strong>g), round off your even<strong>in</strong>g’s adventure. Staged tour <strong>in</strong> historic<br />
costume.<br />
Dates: Fri 21 Nov. and Fri 12 Dec. 2014, at 7 pm<br />
Meet<strong>in</strong>g po<strong>in</strong>t: <strong>in</strong> front of <strong>the</strong> City Tower<br />
Information and book<strong>in</strong>g: www. perpedes-tirol.at<br />
Advent <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> Baroque period<br />
Over a Christmassy afternoon tea <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> atmospheric Mund<strong>in</strong>g cellar,<br />
discover how people prepared for <strong>the</strong> festival 300 years ago.<br />
Anna Elisabeth Gump shares with you <strong>the</strong> letters she exchanged<br />
with her famous husband, Innsbruck architect Georg Anton Gump.<br />
Staged tour <strong>in</strong> historic costume.<br />
Dates: Thu 4 Dec. and Thu 11 Dec. 2014, at 6 pm<br />
Meet<strong>in</strong>g po<strong>in</strong>t: Cafe Mund<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Information and book<strong>in</strong>g: www.perpedes-tirol.at<br />
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CHRISTMAS IN INNSBRUCK’S HOLIDAY VILLAGES<br />
AXAMS – GRINZENS<br />
Fri 28 Nov. - Sun 30 Nov. 2014<br />
4 pm | Axams music pavilion<br />
Axams Advent market<br />
Fri 5 Dec. 2014<br />
16.00 Uhr | Gr<strong>in</strong>zens music<br />
pavilion<br />
St. Nicholas parade<br />
Fri 5 Dec. 2014 | Axams<br />
6 pm | St. Nicholas parade<br />
7.30 pm | Axams devils’ run<br />
GÖTZENS<br />
Sun 14 Dec. 2014<br />
5 pm | Götzens pilgrimage<br />
church<br />
Concert: “Advent for <strong>the</strong><br />
Senses”<br />
IGLS – PATSCH – ELLBÖGEN<br />
Sun 30. Nov. 2014<br />
3 pm | Igls village centre<br />
St. Nicholas parade and<br />
Krampus run <strong>in</strong> Igls<br />
Sat 13 & Sun 14 Dec. 2014<br />
11 am | Igls village centre<br />
Igls Art<br />
Sat 20 Dec. 2014<br />
from 5 pm | Patsch<br />
Advent music with <strong>the</strong><br />
Patsch brass band<br />
Sun 21 Dec. 2014<br />
5 pm | chapels around Ellbögen<br />
Christmas “Klangwolke”<br />
(cloud of sound)<br />
Tue 23 Dec. 2014<br />
5.30 pm | Igls village centre<br />
Igls <strong>“Christmas</strong> <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
Mounta<strong>in</strong>s”<br />
Sat 27 Dec. 2014<br />
8.15 pm | Patsch music pavilion<br />
Christmas concert<br />
(only <strong>in</strong> good wea<strong>the</strong>r)<br />
KEMATEN – VÖLS<br />
Sat 6 Dec. & Sun 7 Dec. 2014<br />
2 pm | Völs village centre<br />
Christmas market <strong>in</strong> Völs<br />
Sat 13 Dec. 2014<br />
3 pm | Kematen village centre<br />
Christmas market<br />
Wed 31 Dec. 2014<br />
2 pm | Ruetz Bakery, Kematen<br />
Children’s New Year’s Eve<br />
MUTTERS – NATTERS<br />
Sat 6 Dec. 2014<br />
5 pm | Natters village square<br />
St. Nicholas parade<br />
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Christmas <strong>in</strong> <strong>Innsbruck’s</strong><br />
Holiday Villages<br />
Fri 26 Dec. 2014<br />
5.30 pm | Mutters music<br />
pavilion<br />
Traditional St. Stephen’s Day<br />
music with <strong>the</strong> Mutters brass<br />
band<br />
OBERPERFUSS<br />
Sat 6 Dec. 2014<br />
3 pm | village centre and<br />
Peter-Anich-Haus<br />
Christmas market<br />
RINN<br />
Sun 7 Dec. 2014<br />
11 am | Judenste<strong>in</strong>, R<strong>in</strong>n<br />
Christmas market <strong>in</strong><br />
Judenste<strong>in</strong><br />
RUM<br />
Sat 29 Nov. / Sat 6 Dec. /<br />
Sat 13 Dec. 2014 approx.<br />
7.30 pm<br />
Sat 20 Dec. I 6 pm<br />
Rum music pavilion<br />
Open<strong>in</strong>g of Advent w<strong>in</strong>dows<br />
Fri 5 Dec. 2014<br />
4 pm I Christmas market<br />
at <strong>the</strong> FoRum centre <strong>in</strong> Rum<br />
St. Nicholas parade<br />
Fri 5 Dec. 2014<br />
5 pm I Church of <strong>the</strong> Resurrection,<br />
Neu-Rum<br />
St. Nicholas parade<br />
Fri 5 Dec. - Sun 21 Dec. 2014<br />
Every Fri & Sat, 2 pm – 9 pm<br />
Sun 2 pm – 9 pm<br />
FoRum events centre forecourt<br />
Christmas market at<br />
Rathausplatz<br />
www.rum.gv.at<br />
ZIRL<br />
Sat 29 Nov. 2014<br />
6 pm | Zirl festival ground<br />
Devil show<br />
Fri 5 Dec. 2014<br />
5.30 pm | Kirchstraße<br />
St. Nicholas parade with<br />
Krampus run<br />
Special Tip<br />
Camp<strong>in</strong>g – Caravann<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Kranebitterhof campsite<br />
www.camp<strong>in</strong>g-kranebitterhof.at<br />
Tel. + 43(0)512/27 95 58<br />
Natterer See lake campsite<br />
www.natterersee.com<br />
Tel. +43(0)512/54 67 32<br />
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JOSEPH ANTON<br />
THE FIRST NAZARENE?<br />
TYROLEAN STATE MUSEUM FERDINANDEUM<br />
26.9.2014 – 11.1.2015<br />
TUE – SUN, 9.00 – 17.00<br />
CLOSED 5.10., 25.12., 1.1.<br />
tiroler-landesmuseen.at<br />
Your Christmas Present!<br />
Receive a little Christmas surprise from <strong>the</strong> Innsbruck Information<br />
shop, Burggraben 3, when you spend m<strong>in</strong>. € 10.00.<br />
Voucher for a glühwe<strong>in</strong> or alcohol-free punch<br />
The Innsbruck Tourist Association and<br />
Christmas Market organisers wish you a very<br />
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!<br />
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INNSBRUCK TOURISMUS GRAFIK h. a.<br />
Advent Package<br />
15 November – 23 December 2014<br />
2 nights stay / breakfast, welcome gift,<br />
voucher for hot spiced w<strong>in</strong>e or punch,<br />
Innsbruck Card for 48 hours<br />
from € 139.– p. p.<br />
Innsbruck Card –<br />
and <strong>the</strong> city is yours!<br />
INNSBRUCK – THE CAPITAL OF THE ALPS<br />
One-time free admission to all museums and sights <strong>in</strong> and around town. 1 return<br />
trip on any of <strong>Innsbruck’s</strong> lifts and cable cars <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> Innsbruck region. Free travel<br />
on <strong>Innsbruck’s</strong> public transport (IVB), <strong>the</strong> sightsee<strong>in</strong>g bus “The Sightseer” and <strong>the</strong><br />
Crystal Worlds Shuttle. Daily guided city walks. City Bike. Photo po<strong>in</strong>ts etc. Discounts<br />
on shopp<strong>in</strong>g, sport and enterta<strong>in</strong>ment.<br />
Order your Innsbruck Card onl<strong>in</strong>e at www.<strong>in</strong>nsbruck-shop.com!<br />
€ 33.00 – 24 hours, € 41.00 – 48 hours, € 47.00 – 72 hours<br />
Innsbruck Tourismus, tel. +43 512 59 850,<br />
office@<strong>in</strong>nsbruck.<strong>in</strong>fo, www.<strong>in</strong>nsbruck.<strong>in</strong>fo<br />
Innsbruck Reservierung, tel. +43 512 56 20 00,<br />
hotel@<strong>in</strong>nsbruck.<strong>in</strong>fo, www.<strong>in</strong>nsbruck-packages.com<br />
Contact Christmas Markets: IAI VeranstaltungsGmbH<br />
www.christk<strong>in</strong>dlmarkt.cc - <strong>in</strong>fo@christk<strong>in</strong>dlmarkt.cc<br />
Contact Hotels and Book<strong>in</strong>gs: Innsbruck Tourismus<br />
www.<strong>in</strong>nsbruck.<strong>in</strong>fo - office@<strong>in</strong>nsbruck.<strong>in</strong>fo<br />
Contact “New Year’s Eve <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> Mounta<strong>in</strong>s”: Innsbruck Market<strong>in</strong>g GmbH<br />
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