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15 Novemberuntil 6 January<strong>Christmas</strong> Markets <strong>in</strong> Innsbruckand its Holiday Villageswww.christk<strong>in</strong>dlmarkt.cc
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<strong>Christmas</strong> <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> mounta<strong>in</strong>s...a wonderful part of <strong>the</strong> <strong>Christmas</strong> celebrations <strong>in</strong> Innsbruckare its six fasc<strong>in</strong>at<strong>in</strong>g <strong>Christmas</strong> markets with some 200 stalls.The markets are a lively comb<strong>in</strong>ation of Alp<strong>in</strong>e flair and vibranttradition and, from 15 November to 6 January, <strong>the</strong>y provide animpressive range of items. From <strong>the</strong> “Goldenes Dachl“ (GoldenRoof) <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> Old Town glitter<strong>in</strong>g with <strong>Christmas</strong> decorations up to<strong>the</strong> heights of <strong>the</strong> majestic Nordkette mounta<strong>in</strong> range, <strong>the</strong>re’s anenchant<strong>in</strong>g pre-<strong>Christmas</strong> mix of art, culture and food.<strong>Christmas</strong> Markets 4 – 15<strong>Christmas</strong> Market <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> Old Town 4 - 5<strong>Christmas</strong> Market at <strong>the</strong> Marktplatz 6 - 7<strong>Christmas</strong> Market <strong>in</strong> Maria-Theresien-Strasse 8 - 9Hungerburg Panoramic <strong>Christmas</strong> Market 10<strong>Christmas</strong> Magic <strong>in</strong> Wilten 11St. Nikolaus <strong>Christmas</strong> Market 12Fairy Tale and Giants’ Alley 13Traditional Events at <strong>the</strong> Markets 14 – 15Concerts and Events <strong>in</strong> Advent 16 – 21Museums, Exhibitions and Guided Tours 22 – 25<strong>Christmas</strong> <strong>in</strong> Innsbruck’s Holiday Villages 26 – 27Innsbruck’s New Year’s Eve <strong>in</strong><strong>the</strong> Mounta<strong>in</strong>s 28 – 29Innsbruck Map – Everyth<strong>in</strong>g at a glance 30 – 32JOIN US ON A UNIQUECHRISTMAS JOURNEY…3
CHRISTMAS MARKET INTHE OLD TOWN<strong>Christmas</strong> Market <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> Old Town – <strong>the</strong> traditional marketSun 15 Nov. 2015 – Wed 23 Dec. 2015Open daily from 11 am – 9 pm, trad<strong>in</strong>g until 8 pmWhat is arguably <strong>the</strong> city’s most traditional <strong>Christmas</strong> market boastsan attractive sett<strong>in</strong>g surrounded by medieval houses <strong>in</strong> Innsbruck’sOld Town. Beneath <strong>the</strong> <strong>Christmas</strong> tree bedecked with lights <strong>the</strong>re arerows of 70 rustic <strong>Christmas</strong> stalls. The traditions of popular art arevery much alive and well at <strong>the</strong> <strong>Christmas</strong> market, with <strong>the</strong> fragrantaroma of almonds, lov<strong>in</strong>gly carved nativity figur<strong>in</strong>es and brightlycoloured felt hats. Take a stroll through <strong>the</strong> “Märchengasse” FairyTale Alley or enjoy a glass of spicy glühwe<strong>in</strong> on <strong>the</strong> view<strong>in</strong>g platformand you’ll get a powerful sense of homeland <strong>in</strong> all its many facets,accompanied by <strong>the</strong> sounds of <strong>the</strong> tower trumpeters at <strong>the</strong> GoldenRoof.Open<strong>in</strong>g CelebrationsSun 15 Nov. 2015, 5.30 pm4
<strong>Christmas</strong> MarketsDaily Programme <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> Old Town4.30 pm and 5.30 pm Story timeWestbahn<strong>the</strong>ater Innsbruck whisks both big and small off <strong>in</strong>to<strong>the</strong> excit<strong>in</strong>g fairy tale world of <strong>the</strong> Bro<strong>the</strong>rs Grimm – daily at <strong>the</strong>Theatre Wagon.5.30 pm Turmbläser from <strong>the</strong> Golden RoofThe “Turmbläser” tower brass band from Amras is <strong>the</strong> very essenceof <strong>the</strong> Old Town <strong>Christmas</strong> Market. Just as night falls <strong>the</strong>ybeg<strong>in</strong> with a selection of traditional and atmospheric <strong>Christmas</strong>songs that are bound to enthral you.6 pm Musical presentation by <strong>the</strong> Innsbruck Music SchoolRelax and round off your even<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> style <strong>in</strong> Kiebachgasse with<strong>the</strong> wonderful variety of ensembles from <strong>the</strong> Innsbruck MusicSchool.TOP TIP! Thurs 24 Dec. – Sun 27 Dec. 2015 Festive Tower MusicAs darkness falls, <strong>Christmas</strong> melodies r<strong>in</strong>g out from <strong>the</strong> balconiesof <strong>the</strong> Golden Roof and <strong>the</strong> We<strong>in</strong>haus Happ, as well as <strong>the</strong> Old TownHall. This all makes for a very special musical experience.Wiltener5
CHRISTMAS MARKET ATTHE MARKTPLATZTOP TIP! Is <strong>the</strong>re a h<strong>in</strong>t of <strong>the</strong> sophistication of New York <strong>in</strong>Innsbruck this <strong>Christmas</strong>? Well, at <strong>the</strong> very least <strong>the</strong> tops of <strong>the</strong> famous<strong>Christmas</strong> tree at <strong>the</strong> Rockefeller Center and <strong>the</strong> 14 metrehigh“Swarovski Crystal Tree” on Innsbruck’s market square sharean identical, brightly sparkl<strong>in</strong>g crystal star <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> guise of MichaelHammer, <strong>the</strong> Aachen artist, <strong>the</strong> unique “Swarovski Star”.<strong>Christmas</strong> Market at <strong>the</strong> Marktplatz – <strong>the</strong> family marketSun 15 Nov 2015 – Wed 23 Dec. 2015Open daily from 11 am – 9 pmExcit<strong>in</strong>g attractions and <strong>the</strong> cosy traditional atmosphere makethis market an experience <strong>the</strong> whole family will love. Children willadore <strong>the</strong> nostalgic carousel, friendly ponies and puppet <strong>the</strong>atre,and <strong>the</strong>re are more than 60 stalls where adults can discover alternativehandicraft and traditional delicacies. And <strong>the</strong> real eye-catcherat <strong>the</strong> centre of this enchant<strong>in</strong>g market is <strong>the</strong> 14 metre-high Swarovskicrystal tree covered with thousands of glitter<strong>in</strong>g gems. It’s likesometh<strong>in</strong>g out of a fairy tale and young, and old can listen to itsmagical sounds every day.6
<strong>Christmas</strong> MarketsOpen<strong>in</strong>g CelebrationsSun 15 Nov 2015, 5 pmDaily Programme at <strong>the</strong> Marktplatz square2 pm – 6 pm Puppet <strong>the</strong>atre, story time and magic showEvery day <strong>the</strong> Children’s Stage provides a great experience foryoung and old.Wed 2 pm – 5 pm Senior Citizens and Children’s afternoon“Kiachl” doughnuts and mulled w<strong>in</strong>e for senior citizens,€1.50 each, plus great discounts on all children’s attractions.Wed from 3 pm, Children’s glass blow<strong>in</strong>gUnder supervision, children can see how good <strong>the</strong>y are at glassblow<strong>in</strong>g every Wednesday afternoon.7
CHRISTMAS MARKET INMARIA-THERESIEN-STRASSE<strong>Christmas</strong> Market <strong>in</strong> Maria-Theresien-Strasse –<strong>the</strong> modern marketWed 25 Nov. 2015 – Wed 6 Jan. 2016Open daily from 11 am – 9 pm, trad<strong>in</strong>g until 8 pmThurs 24 Dec. 2015, 11 am – 3 pm (Fri 25 Dec. 2015 closed)An avenue of sparkl<strong>in</strong>g lights, glass and crystal: this is Innsbruck’sma<strong>in</strong> shopp<strong>in</strong>g street at <strong>Christmas</strong>, all aglitter with its lavishlyillum<strong>in</strong>ated trees and excit<strong>in</strong>g light <strong>in</strong>stallations. With its simpledesign, <strong>the</strong> <strong>Christmas</strong> market provides <strong>the</strong> atmosphere of a majorcity and relaxed cosmopolitanism. This is also evident at its 30stalls, offer<strong>in</strong>g some unique ideas for presents and cul<strong>in</strong>ary delicacieswith a modern twist. Innsbruck and <strong>the</strong> rest of <strong>the</strong> worldmeet up here to <strong>the</strong> gentle sounds of jazz until 6 January.8
<strong>Christmas</strong> MarketsOpen<strong>in</strong>g CelebrationsWed 25 Nov. 2015, 5.30 pmDaily Programme <strong>in</strong> Maria-Theresien-Strasse5 pm Musical Presentation by <strong>the</strong> Innsbruck Music SchoolUntil 23 December <strong>the</strong> students of <strong>the</strong> Innsbruck Music Schoolenchant <strong>the</strong> audience with <strong>Christmas</strong> melodies <strong>in</strong> front of <strong>the</strong>“Spitalskirche” church.8 pm Classical HourIn addition to selected pieces of classical music, jazz and moderntunes also r<strong>in</strong>g out from <strong>the</strong> crystal bar.9
HUNGERBURGCHRISTMAS MARKETHungerburg <strong>Christmas</strong> Market – <strong>the</strong> panoramic marketFri 20 Nov. 2015 - Sun 20 Dec. 2015Open daily from 1 pm – 7 pmDirect from <strong>the</strong> city centre, it’s only an 8-m<strong>in</strong>ute ride on <strong>the</strong> Hungerburgbahnfunicular to what is surely <strong>the</strong> most romantic and at <strong>the</strong>same time certa<strong>in</strong>ly <strong>the</strong> city’s highest <strong>Christmas</strong> market, offer<strong>in</strong>g notonly all sorts of <strong>Christmas</strong> souvenirs, arts and crafts and traditionaldelicacies such as doughnuts, but also an enchant<strong>in</strong>g view of <strong>the</strong> cityand <strong>the</strong> mounta<strong>in</strong>s.<strong>Christmas</strong> Magic <strong>in</strong> Wilten – <strong>the</strong> arty marketMon 23 Nov. 2015 – Tue 22 Dec. 2015Open Mon – Fri from 4 pm – 8 pm, Sat from 2 pm – 8 pmThe <strong>Christmas</strong> market at Wiltener Patzl is imbued with a h<strong>in</strong>t ofBohemia. With a focus on <strong>the</strong> life of <strong>the</strong> local region, every <strong>Christmas</strong><strong>the</strong> small stands become a popular place to meet up and havefun over a glass of organic glühwe<strong>in</strong> and a tasty doughnut. Genu<strong>in</strong>ehandicraft and a handpicked cultural programme make <strong>the</strong> marketa hot spot to chill out <strong>in</strong> one of <strong>the</strong> most up-and-com<strong>in</strong>g districts<strong>in</strong> Innsbruck.Open<strong>in</strong>g CelebrationsMon 23 Nov. 2015, 5 pmDaily Programme <strong>in</strong> WiltenMon to Fri, 6.15 pm and Sat, 3 pm Cultural programmeA potpourri of enterta<strong>in</strong>ment with read<strong>in</strong>gs, concerts and lots more.10
<strong>Christmas</strong> MarketsOpen<strong>in</strong>g CelebrationsFri 20 Nov. 2015, 5 pmDaily Programme at HungerburgMon – Thurs Arts and craftHandicraft workers showcase <strong>the</strong>ir talents and provide an <strong>in</strong>sight<strong>in</strong>to <strong>the</strong>ir artistry.Fri – Sun from 5 pm Brass quartetA variety of brass bands provide enterta<strong>in</strong>ment with traditionaland festive pieces.Every Sunday from 4 pm – 5 pm Story timeChildren can sit by <strong>the</strong> fire and listen to excit<strong>in</strong>g <strong>Christmas</strong> stories.CHRISTMAS MAGICIN WILTEN11
ST. NIKOLAUSCHRISTMAS MARKETSt. Nikolaus <strong>Christmas</strong> Market –<strong>the</strong> contemplative marketFri 27 Nov. – Wed 23 Dec. 2015Open daily from 4 pm – 9 pmNext to <strong>the</strong> Tyrolean log cab<strong>in</strong>s on Hans-Brenner-Platz is <strong>the</strong> perfectplace to enjoy a peaceful and contemplative experience of advent.You can relax <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> oldest district <strong>in</strong> Innsbruck with a glass ofliqueur and freshly baked biscuits and escape from <strong>the</strong> hustle andbustle of <strong>the</strong> festive season and <strong>the</strong> excesses of shopp<strong>in</strong>g mania.This sense of restful contemplation is accompanied by a variety ofTyrolean heritage groups such as brass bands and carol s<strong>in</strong>gers.Open<strong>in</strong>g CelebrationsSat 28 Nov. 2015, 5 pmDaily Programme <strong>in</strong> St. Nikolaus6 pm “Anklöpfler” carol s<strong>in</strong>gers and brass bandsTyrolean heritage groups provide an atmospheric programme.12
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMMEAND FAIRY TALE ALLEYInnsbrucker Christk<strong>in</strong>dlmärkteAll <strong>the</strong> fairy tales canbe read atSpectacular Fairy Tale and Giants’ AlleyThe Old Town’s narrow w<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g streets provide a wonderful opportunityto explore <strong>the</strong> world of fairy tales. Surrounded by modernlight <strong>in</strong>stallations, you can enjoy an excit<strong>in</strong>g journey through <strong>the</strong>fairy tale forest and be utterly enchanted by <strong>the</strong> 28 characters fromfairy tales and legends who look down from <strong>the</strong> historical facades.Meet <strong>the</strong> Brave Little Tailor or C<strong>in</strong>derella and <strong>the</strong> four impressivegiants <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> Riesengasse (Giants’ Alley), who will br<strong>in</strong>g you greet<strong>in</strong>gsof great joy.The fairy tale performances at 4.30 pm and 5.30 pm at <strong>the</strong> TheatreWagon will transport young and old alike <strong>in</strong>to <strong>the</strong> magical world of<strong>the</strong> Bro<strong>the</strong>rs Grimm. The festive <strong>the</strong>me can also be transferred topaper at <strong>the</strong> fairy tale pa<strong>in</strong>t<strong>in</strong>g competition, with fantastic prizes tobe won. Pick up a pa<strong>in</strong>t<strong>in</strong>g ticket at <strong>the</strong> <strong>in</strong>formation stand outside<strong>the</strong> Ottoburg restaurant or from our <strong>Christmas</strong> angels!13
TRADITIONAL EVENTSSun 29 Nov. 6/13 and 20 Dec. 2015 | from 5 pmADVENT CELEBRATION FOR CHILDREN AT THE MARKTPLATZEvery Sunday of Advent children can get toge<strong>the</strong>r to listen to storiesby <strong>the</strong> open fire.Sun 29 Nov. 2015 | 6 pmPERFORMANCE BY THE PHILIPPINE CHOIR<strong>Christmas</strong> carols with a difference: <strong>the</strong> Kiebachgasse provides astage for rhythmic sounds and songs from <strong>the</strong> Far East.Fri 4 Dec. 2015 | 6.30 pmTHE KRAMPUS OF EAST TYROL OUTSIDE THEOTTOBURG RESTAURANT/OLD TOWNThese devilish Krampus figures sweep out through <strong>the</strong> marketsport<strong>in</strong>g animal sk<strong>in</strong>s and terrify<strong>in</strong>g masks but <strong>in</strong> Innsbruck <strong>the</strong>event can be enjoyed <strong>in</strong> complete safety.Fri 04/11 and 18 Dec. 2015 | 7 pmPERFORMANCE BY THE “ANKLÖPFLER” CAROL SINGERS FROMGÖTZENS AT THE MARKTPLATZ SQUARE“Anklöpfeln” is a typical Tyrolean <strong>Christmas</strong> custom, <strong>in</strong> which s<strong>in</strong>gersenterta<strong>in</strong> with carols and proclaim <strong>the</strong> message of <strong>the</strong> birth of Jesus.Sat 5 Dec. 2015 | 2 pm – 5 pmST. NICHOLAS PARADE AT MARKTPLATZChildren’s eyes will light up when St. Nicholas and his hardwork<strong>in</strong>g<strong>Christmas</strong> angels give out little presents.Sat 5 Dec. 2015 | 5 pmINNSBRUCK’S ST. NICHOLAS PARADEAccompanied by a host of angels, St. Nicholas walks from St. Nikolaus12 church to <strong>the</strong> Ca<strong>the</strong>dral Square (Domplatz).14
<strong>Christmas</strong> MarketsSun 6 Dec. 2015 | 4.30 pmST. NICHOLAS PARADE AND KRAMPUS RUN ON THE HUNGERBURGSt. Nicholas and two of his angels give out <strong>Christmas</strong> stock<strong>in</strong>gsat 4.30 pm. You can <strong>the</strong>n look on <strong>in</strong> amazement at a traditionalKrampus (devils) run at 5.00 pm.Mon 7 Dec. 2015 | 6 pm“PERCHTEN” DEVILS’ RUN IN MARIA-THERESIEN-STRASSECumbersomely <strong>the</strong> mystical figures struggle forwards <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir heavycostumes. But <strong>the</strong>y push on relentlessly, beat<strong>in</strong>g drums, sound<strong>in</strong>ggoat horns and do<strong>in</strong>g a “witch<strong>in</strong>g” dance.Sat 12 Dec. 2015 | 6 pmPERFORMANCE BY THE WILDSCHÖNAU GOSPEL CHOIRRous<strong>in</strong>g <strong>Christmas</strong> music by one of <strong>the</strong> most well-known choirs <strong>in</strong>Tyrol, at <strong>the</strong> Theatre Wagon.Sun 13 Dec. 2015 | 6.30 pmTORCH DANCE OUTSIDE THE OTTOBURG RESTAURANT/OLD TOWNFor <strong>the</strong> Feast of Sa<strong>in</strong>t Lucia, <strong>the</strong> artful dancers from Innsbruck’sTown and Country Traditional Costume Society br<strong>in</strong>g brilliant firelightto <strong>the</strong> dark w<strong>in</strong>ter night.Fri 18 Dec. 2015 | 6 pm“WATTENBERGER HERBERGSSUCHER”Joseph and <strong>the</strong> heavily pregnant Mary are look<strong>in</strong>g for a place to stay<strong>in</strong> Bethlehem - a popular musical play.Sun 20 Dec. 2015 | 5 pmCHRIST CHILD PROCESSIONAccompanied by a colourful host of shepherds, angels and sheep,<strong>the</strong> Christ Child makes an entrance <strong>in</strong> his magnificent carriage. Morethan 500 school children accompany <strong>the</strong> festive procession from<strong>the</strong> Maria-Theresien-Strasse, across <strong>the</strong> Marktgraben and on to <strong>the</strong>Tyrolean State Theatre (Landes<strong>the</strong>ater), where everyone jo<strong>in</strong>s <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong>s<strong>in</strong>g<strong>in</strong>g of “Silent Night“. Admission free!15
EVENTS IN INNSBRUCKWed 25 Nov. – Sun 29 Nov. 20158 pm, Olympiahalle InnsbruckCIRQUE DU SOLEIL – VAREKAI16
EventsSun 15 Nov. – Tue 29 Dec. 2015Daily 10 am – 5 pm | Sat 9 am – 5 pmCHRISTMAS FLEA MARKET AT FRANZISKANERPLATZThe <strong>Christmas</strong> flea market offers you an opportunity to browsethrough <strong>the</strong> stalls of 12 antique dealers and maybe discover a realtreasure at a barga<strong>in</strong> price. Open daily at Franziskanerplatz square,by <strong>the</strong> entrance to <strong>the</strong> Old Town – closed Fri 25 Dec. 2015.Sat 21 Nov. | Sat 28 Nov. 20156.30 pm, Innsbruck’s Hofkirche (Court Church)HOFKIRCHE ADVENT CONCERTS WITH THE WILTENERSÄNGERKNABEN (WILTEN BOYS’ CHOIR)Tickets: Innsbruck Information (Burggraben 3, tel.: 0512-5356),Ö-Ticket, even<strong>in</strong>g box office. www.saengerknaben.comFri 27 Nov./Fri 4/Fri 11/Fri 18 Dec. 20155 pm, Tyrolean parliament chapel of St. GeorgORGAN IMPRESSIONS FOR ADVENT IN ST. GEORGE’S CHAPELThe Tyrolean Parliament cordially <strong>in</strong>vites you to an even<strong>in</strong>g of atmospheric<strong>Christmas</strong> organ impressions <strong>in</strong> St. George’s Chapel <strong>in</strong><strong>the</strong> courtyard of <strong>the</strong> Old Parliament.Entrance Maria-Theresienstrasse 43. Admission free!Sun 29 Nov. 2015 – Wed 6 Jan. 20164 pm – 7 pm, Adolf-Pichler-PlatzJAUFENTHAL CRIBAdmire <strong>the</strong> wonderful Jaufenthal Crib at Adolf-Pichler-Platz. Visitorsbig and small will delight <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> 28 mov<strong>in</strong>g figures. Watch closelyas <strong>the</strong> moon rises and <strong>the</strong> angels of glory appear. Accompanied byatmospheric <strong>Christmas</strong> music, <strong>the</strong> search for an <strong>in</strong>n becomes animpressive experience.Fri 04.12 / Sat 05.12 / Fri 11.12 / Sat 12.12 / Fri 18.12 – Wed23.12 / Sat 26 – Wed 30.12.2015 / Fri 01.01.2016 /every Thurs from January – March 20168.30 pm, at Gasthaus Sandwirt am InnTYROLEAN EVENINGS WITH THE GUNDOLF FAMILYThe Tyrolean even<strong>in</strong>gs with <strong>the</strong> Gundolf Family are always hugelypopular with visitors to Innsbruck and Tyrol. The extremely variedprogramme <strong>in</strong>cludes traditional Tyrolean folk music with different<strong>in</strong>struments, Tyrolean danc<strong>in</strong>g and thigh-slapp<strong>in</strong>g “Schuhplattler“.www.tirolerabend.<strong>in</strong>fo | Reservations: tel. +43 (0)512 / 26 32 6317
Sun 6 Dec. 20153 pm, Igls village centreST. NICHOLAS PARADE AND KRAMPUS RUN IN IGLSSa<strong>in</strong>t Nicholas and a bunch of terrify<strong>in</strong>g Krampus characters are at<strong>the</strong> centre of <strong>the</strong> colourful go<strong>in</strong>gs-on <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> village square.From 3 pm: Stalls with Tyrolean cul<strong>in</strong>ary specialities5 pm: Nicholas Parade5.45 pm: Krampus RunTue 8 Dec. 20156 pm, Spitalskirche church Maria-Theresien-StrasseSTECHER ADVENTA contemplative even<strong>in</strong>g stimulated by thoughts from BishopRe<strong>in</strong>hold Stecher to encourage reflection and fur<strong>the</strong>r consideration,with brief presentations by well-known Tyrolean and festivecustoms. For all those seek<strong>in</strong>g a quieter way to enjoy <strong>Christmas</strong>.www.bischof-stecher-vere<strong>in</strong>.atTue 8 Dec. 20158 pm, Innsbruck Congress Centre – Tirol room42nd GALA CONCERT OF THE ORIGINAL TYROLEANKAISERJÄGER MUSICUnder <strong>the</strong> direction of military band master Colonel HannesApfolterer. Ticket reservations at j.kantner@kantner.<strong>in</strong>foor oe-ticket.com18
EventsWed 9 Dec. 20158 pm, Innsbruck Congress CentreCHRISTMAS CONCERT WITH THE PALDAUER GROUPA unique <strong>Christmas</strong> show, a concert that gets under <strong>the</strong> sk<strong>in</strong>.An experience for <strong>the</strong> whole family and one you’ll rememberfor a long time. www.koeck-tournee.comSat 12 Dec. | Sun 13 Dec. 20155 pm, Innsbruck Congress CentreTYROLEAN CAROL SINGING FOR ADVENTThe traditional Tyrolean Carol S<strong>in</strong>g<strong>in</strong>g for Advent with lots ofoutstand<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong>terpreters comb<strong>in</strong>es atmospheric music withimpressive songs. Entitled “Es wird e<strong>in</strong> Stern aufgehen” (A StarWill Rise), this unique cultural event sees musicians and s<strong>in</strong>gersfrom all over Tyrol perform au<strong>the</strong>ntic music and customs.www.tiroler-volksmusikvere<strong>in</strong>.atSat 19 Dec. 20154 pm and 8 pm, Wilten Abbey BasilicaJ. S. BACH: CHRISTMAS ORATORIO (BWV 248)Choir and soloists of <strong>the</strong> Wiltener Sängerknaben (Wilten Boys Choir),Academia Jacobus Sta<strong>in</strong>er, Conductor: Johannes Stecher4 pm: Cantatas 1-38 pm: Cantatas 4-6Ö-Ticket, even<strong>in</strong>g box office. www.saengerknaben.comTHE ORIGINAL USA GOSPEL SINGERS & BAND 19
Sun 20 Dec. 20158 pm, Olympiahalle InnsbruckTHE ORIGINAL USA GOSPEL SINGERS & BANDSat 19 Dec. 2015 / 4 pm & 8 pm | Sun 20 Dec. 2015 / 4 pmTyrolean State Conservatory27th TYROLEAN CHRISTMAS CONCERT<strong>Christmas</strong> music resounds from <strong>the</strong> Stift Fiecht monastery/Tyrol forsoloists, choir and orchestra. A concert given by <strong>the</strong> Innsbruck Institutefor Tyrolean Musical Research. www.musikland-tirol.atWed 23 Dec. 20155.30 pm, Igls village centreIGLS CHRISTMAS IN THE MOUNTAINS<strong>Christmas</strong> carols are sung <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> village square <strong>in</strong> front of a <strong>Christmas</strong>tree and a crib. This is followed by <strong>the</strong> procession from 6 pm. Around200 angels, shepherds and animals accompany <strong>the</strong> sledge with <strong>the</strong>Christ Child, Mary and Joseph from <strong>the</strong> Old Town Hall through <strong>the</strong>village centre to <strong>the</strong> garden beh<strong>in</strong>d <strong>the</strong> tourist office. Atmosphericperformances with a liv<strong>in</strong>g crib and festive music performed by <strong>the</strong>Igls-Lans church choir and brass ensembles from <strong>the</strong> Igls-Vill band,a sermon from <strong>the</strong> vicar and <strong>the</strong> jo<strong>in</strong>t s<strong>in</strong>g<strong>in</strong>g of “Silent Night“ makefor a stirr<strong>in</strong>g conclusion to <strong>the</strong> celebration of <strong>Christmas</strong> <strong>in</strong> Igls.Sat 26 Dec. 20156 pm, St. Nikolaus parish churchINNSBRUCK CHRISTMAS CONCERT<strong>Christmas</strong> Concert by <strong>the</strong> Mariahilf – St. Nikolaus city band.Sun 27 Dec. 20155 pm, Innsbruck Congress Centre“FEUERWERK DER BLASMUSIK” (FIREWORKS OF BRASS MUSIC)The Wilten city band sets off musical fireworks for <strong>the</strong> turn of<strong>the</strong> year. Be enchanted and surprised by Tyrol’s exceptional youngtalents, 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 musicperformed by <strong>the</strong> Wilten Redcoats.TIP: New Year’s Eve fireworks, Kurpark Igls,Thursday 31 Dec. 2015 | midnightAdmission free!NEWS, VIDEOS AND MUCH MORE:www.christk<strong>in</strong>dlmarkt.cc20
FOR EVENT TICKETS PLEASE CONTACT THEINNSBRUCK TICKET SERVICEBurggraben 3, 6020 Innsbrucktel. +43 (0)512/53 56 · www.<strong>in</strong>nsbruck-ticket-service.atFOR ALL EVENTS GO TO www.eventsuche.comTRADITIONAL “PERCHTEN“ DEVILS‘ RUN21
TYROL PANORAMA with Kaiserjägermuseum(Imperial Infantry Museum), Bergisel 1-2Wed – Mon, 9 am – 5 pmThurs 24 Dec. 2015, 9 am – 2 pm, admission freeFri 25 Dec. 2015, Fri 1, Sat 2 and Sun 3 Jan. 2016 closedThurs 31 Dec. 2015, 9 am – 2 pmThe centrepiece of <strong>the</strong> museum is Innsbruck’s Riesenrundgemälde(Gigantic Panoramic Pa<strong>in</strong>t<strong>in</strong>g) depict<strong>in</strong>g across its 1,000 m²<strong>the</strong> Tyrolean struggle for freedom of 1809, presented as a fasc<strong>in</strong>at<strong>in</strong>gand breathtak<strong>in</strong>g 360-degree view. The “Schauplatz Tirol”(Showcase Tyrol) exhibition has some surpris<strong>in</strong>g exhibits andcovers <strong>the</strong> topics of religion, nature, politics and people.Grassmayr Bell FoundryEvery Mon – Fri, 9 am – 5 pmTue 8 Dec. and Fri 25 Dec. 2015 closedA visit to <strong>the</strong> 400-year-old Grassmayr Bell Foundry <strong>in</strong> Innsbruckprovides a rare <strong>in</strong>sight <strong>in</strong>to this ancient craft. Guided tours: freespecial tour with Christof Grassmayr through <strong>the</strong> bell foundry andbell museum on Wed 2/9/16 Dec. 2015 at 3 pm.www.grassmayr.atTyrolean Artists’ AssociationKunstpavillon (art pavilion), Rennweg 8a, small Imperial GardenWed - Fri 11 am – 6 pm, Sat 11 am – 3 pm, admission free”What Some Girls Do For Money”, Swetlana Heger, Susi Jirkuff,Sab<strong>in</strong>e Marte, Ursula Mayer, Kar<strong>in</strong>a Nimmerfall, Viktoria TremmelOpen<strong>in</strong>g on Fri 20 Nov. 2015 at 7 pmSat 21 Nov. 2015 – Sat 2 Jan. 2016New Gallery, Rennweg 1, Grosses Tor (grand gate),Hofburg Imperial PalaceWed - Fri 11 am – 5 pm, Sat 11 am – 3 pm, admission freeSusanne Bürner. Curated by Ingeborg Erhart.Open<strong>in</strong>g on Thurs 5 Nov. 2015 at 7 pmFri 6 Nov. 2015 – Sat 19 Dec. 2015www.kuenstlerschaft.at24 GRASSMAYR BELL FOUNDRY
Guided ToursInnsbruck Alp<strong>in</strong>e ZooLantern paradeThe illum<strong>in</strong>ated Alp<strong>in</strong>e Zoo provides an atmospheric sett<strong>in</strong>g for aguided lantern walk accompanied by festive read<strong>in</strong>gs and <strong>the</strong> soundof <strong>Christmas</strong> melodies.Dates: Sun 29 Nov. – Sun 20 Dec. 2015On each Sunday of Advent, 4 pmInformation: www.alpenzoo.atPer Pedes “Chocolate - a sweet temptation....“Do you also like it pla<strong>in</strong>? Then Nandl, “La belle chocolatière”, will <strong>in</strong>troduceyou to <strong>the</strong> art of chocolate mak<strong>in</strong>g. The history of <strong>the</strong> marvellouscocoa bean is made all <strong>the</strong> sweeter when followed by tast<strong>in</strong>gs.Chocolate guided tours <strong>in</strong> historic costumes.Dates: Thurs 3 Dec. and Thurs 10 Dec. 2015 at 6 pmPer Pedes “The Night Watchman Narrates “As night falls and quiet descends, <strong>the</strong> night watchman movesthrough <strong>the</strong> Old Town’s dark narrow streets. Let him guide you bylantern light and enterta<strong>in</strong> you with excit<strong>in</strong>g and funny anecdotes(spoken <strong>in</strong> Tyrolean dialect!) about everyday life from <strong>the</strong> Baroqueperiod to <strong>the</strong> start of <strong>the</strong> 20th century. Staged guided tour <strong>in</strong> historiccostumes.Dates: Fri 4 Dec. and Fri 18 Dec. 2015 at 7 pmInformation and book<strong>in</strong>g:www.perpedes-tirol.at, office@perpedes-tirol.at25
CHRISTMAS IN INNSBRUCK’SHOLIDAY VILLAGESAXAMS – GRINZENSSat 5 Dec. 20154pm | Gr<strong>in</strong>zens music pavilionSt. Nicholas paradeSat 5 Dec. 2015 | Axams6 pm | St. Nicholas parade7.30 pm | Axams devils’ runSat 19 & Sun 20 Dec. 20151.30 pm - 4 pm“Postkutscherhof“ Axams<strong>Christmas</strong> at <strong>the</strong>PostkutscherhofGÖTZENSSat 21 Nov. 20156 pm | square <strong>in</strong> front of <strong>the</strong>community centre9th “Götzner Tuifltreffen”(The Devils’ Meet<strong>in</strong>g Place)Sat 5 Dec. 20156.30 pm | church squareSt. Nicholas parade anddevils’ runIGLS – PATSCH – ELLBÖGENSun 6 Dec. 20153 pm | Igls village centreSt. Nicholas Parade &Krampus runSat 12 & So 13 Dec. 201511 am | village centreIgls ArtSat 19 Dec. 20155 pm | Patsch village centreAdvent music with <strong>the</strong> Patschbrass bandSun 20 Dec. 20155 pm | chapels around Ellbögen<strong>Christmas</strong> “Klangwolke” (Cloudof sound)Wed 23 Dec. 20155.30 pm | Igls village centreIgls “<strong>Christmas</strong> <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong>Mounta<strong>in</strong>s“Sun 27 Dec. 20158.15 pm | Patsch music pavilion<strong>Christmas</strong> concertVÖLSSat 5 Dec. & Sun 6 Dec. 20152 pm | Völs village centre<strong>Christmas</strong> marketMUTTERS – NATTERSSat 5 Dec. 20155.30 pm | Natters village squareSt. Nicholas paradeSat 26 Dec. 20155.30 pm | Mutters music pavilionTraditional St. Stephen’s Daymusic with <strong>the</strong> Mutters brassband26
Holiday VillagesOBERPERFUSSFri 13 Nov. & Sat 14 Nov. 20155 pm | Oberperfuss Lift carparkTent Festival – “Tuifltreffen”(The Devils’ Meet<strong>in</strong>g Place)Sat 12 Dec. 20153 pm | village centre andPeter Anich Haus<strong>Christmas</strong> marketJUDENSTEIN - RINNSun 6 Dec. 201511 am | Judenste<strong>in</strong>/R<strong>in</strong>n<strong>Christmas</strong> market <strong>in</strong>Judenste<strong>in</strong>RUMSat 28 Nov. / Sat 5 Dec. / Sat12 Dec. & Sat 19 Dec. 20158 pm | Rum music pavilionOpen<strong>in</strong>g of Advent w<strong>in</strong>dowsFri 4 Dec. – Sun 20 Dec. 2015Every Fri & Sat 4 pm – 9 pmSun 2 pm – 8 pmFoRum events centre forecourt<strong>Christmas</strong> market at RathausplatzSat 5 Dec. 20155 pm | RathausplatzSt. Nicholas parade at <strong>the</strong>FoRumSat 5 Dec. 20155 pm | Church of <strong>the</strong>Resurrection, Neu-RumSt. Nicholas ParadeZIRLSat 28 Nov. 20156 pm | Zirl festival groundBig devil show with <strong>the</strong>Krampuses from ZirlSat 5 Dec. 20155.30 pm | KirchstrasseSt. Nicholas parade withKrampus runSPECIAL TIPCAMPING – CARAVANNINGCamp<strong>in</strong>g Kranebitterhofwww.kranebitterhof.attel. + 43(0)512/27 95 58Camp<strong>in</strong>g Natterer Seewww.natterersee.comtel. +43(0)512/54 67 3227
NEW YEAR’S EVE INTHE MOUNTAINSSimply breathtak<strong>in</strong>g - <strong>the</strong> view of Innsbruck at midnight!Innsbruck <strong>in</strong>vites and <strong>the</strong> whole world attends!Wed 30 Dec. 20152 pm – 5 pm, Old Town and MarktplatzCHILDREN’S NEW YEAR’S EVE IN INNSBRUCKCelebrate New Year’s Eve just like <strong>the</strong> grownups. As part of Children’sNew Year’s Eve <strong>in</strong> Innsbruck, children can do exactly that. Heaps offun attractions and play areas will be set up across <strong>the</strong> whole of <strong>the</strong>Old Town.Thurs 31 Dec. 20159 pm – 1.30 am, Inner City and Old TownINNSBRUCK’S NEW YEAR’S EVE IN THE MOUNTAINSThe capital of <strong>the</strong> Alps celebrates <strong>the</strong> New Year and visitors comefrom all over <strong>the</strong> world. Visitors can enjoy an excit<strong>in</strong>g and mov<strong>in</strong>gprogramme not only on <strong>the</strong> Seegrube at 1,900 metres above sealevel, but also <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> Old Town and city centre.www.<strong>in</strong>nsbruckmarket<strong>in</strong>g.atHAPPY NEW YEAR! FROHES NEUESJAHR! BUON ANNO! BONNE ANNÉE !28
Thurs 31 Dec. 201511 pm, Dogana room, Innsbruck Congress CentreNEW YEAR’S EVE BEATS – NIGHT OWLS OF THE WORLD UNITE!Innsbruck <strong>in</strong>vites night owls to a New Year’s Eve party <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> mounta<strong>in</strong>son 31 December 2015. A great crowd of people of all k<strong>in</strong>dsand nationalities will ga<strong>the</strong>r <strong>in</strong> one of <strong>the</strong> largest nests <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> city,<strong>the</strong> historic Dogana, and celebrate New Year’s Eve toge<strong>the</strong>r with <strong>the</strong>world famous migratory birds ALLE FARBEN & STEREO EXPRESS.Dear night owls, look forward to a very special party and an especiallybeautiful time. It’s go<strong>in</strong>g to be wonderful!www.cmi.at/silvesterbeatsFri 1 Jan. 20165 pm, Innsbruck Congress Centre, Tirol roomINNSBRUCK NEW YEAR’S CONCERT 2016 - JOURNEY TO THE STARSIt’s important to get <strong>the</strong> New Year off to a great start, with <strong>the</strong> starsfavourably set for everyone. So, with <strong>the</strong>ir New Year’s Day Concert,<strong>the</strong> Innsbruck Symphony Orchestra embarks on a musical journeyto <strong>the</strong> stars. Draw<strong>in</strong>g on <strong>the</strong> rich variety of wonderful compositionsabout sun, moon and stars, director Johannes Reitmeier, <strong>the</strong> organiserof <strong>the</strong> 2016 New Year’s Day Concert, will present a wide-rang<strong>in</strong>gand stirr<strong>in</strong>g programme from classical to film music, guaranteed toput everyone <strong>in</strong> a good mood for <strong>the</strong> New Year.Innsbruck Symphony OrchestraCONDUCTOR Carlos VázquezMODERATION Director Johannes Reitmeierwww.landes<strong>the</strong>ater.at29
<strong>Christmas</strong> Markets and Highlights1<strong>Christmas</strong> Market <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> Old Town6Alp<strong>in</strong>e Zoo2 <strong>Christmas</strong> Market at <strong>the</strong> Marktplatz7Jaufenthal Crib3<strong>Christmas</strong> Market <strong>in</strong>Maria-Theresien-Strasse8Ice Magic at Sparkassenplatz4Hungerburg Panoramic<strong>Christmas</strong> Market9Fairy Tale and Giant‘s Alley5<strong>Christmas</strong> Magic <strong>in</strong> Wilten10 <strong>Christmas</strong> Flea MarketA collaboration between:Thanks to our partners:6St. Nikolaus <strong>Christmas</strong> Marketwww.christk<strong>in</strong>dlmarkt.cc
Cartographic work: Ing. Opitz, InnsbruckHungerburgAlp<strong>in</strong>e ZooHans BrennerPlatz646LöwenhausInnsbruckCongressCentreHungerbubottom liftstationSt. JamesCa<strong>the</strong>dral2 m<strong>in</strong>utesGolden RoofHofburgImperial Palace1City TowerC229OLDTOWN10Tourist load<strong>in</strong>g zonefor Old Town hotels2 m<strong>in</strong>utes3INNERCITYTerm<strong>in</strong>alMarktplatz785 m<strong>in</strong>utesRathausGalerienShopp<strong>in</strong>g CentreSt. Anne‘s ColumKaufhausTyShopp<strong>in</strong>g Ce10 m<strong>in</strong>utesFormFeder15 m<strong>in</strong>utesKaiserschützenplatzLEOPOLDSTR.WILTENERPLATZL5Leopoldstr.
15 m<strong>in</strong>utes<strong>Christmas</strong> MarketsVisit<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong> market without a car:rgFairy Tale and Giant‘s AlleyTourist InformationInformation stand at <strong>the</strong><strong>Christmas</strong> marketWalk<strong>in</strong>g distance <strong>in</strong> m<strong>in</strong>utesfrom <strong>the</strong> Golden RoofBus & tram stopsTimetable onl<strong>in</strong>e: www.ivb.atImperial GardensBus car park at <strong>the</strong>Imperial Gardens10 m<strong>in</strong>utes5 m<strong>in</strong>utesourt ChurchState MuseumFerd<strong>in</strong>andeumSillparknrolntreer Newal State ParliamentMa<strong>in</strong> railway stationSALURNER STRASSE
COMEANDBEHOLD!THE NATIVITY SCENEIN THE TYROLEAN REGIONALHERITAGE MUSEUM29 NOV. 2015 TO 2 FEB. 2016tiroler-landesmuseen.atYour <strong>Christmas</strong> Present!14_000_Krippenerlebnis_97x156_RZ.<strong>in</strong>dd 4 16.07.15 15Receive a little <strong>Christmas</strong> surprise from <strong>the</strong> Innsbruck Informationshop, Burggraben 3, when you spend m<strong>in</strong>. € 10.00.Voucher for a glühwe<strong>in</strong> or alcohol-free punchThe Innsbruck Tourist Association and<strong>Christmas</strong> Market organisers wish you a veryMerry <strong>Christmas</strong> and a Happy New Year!
INNSBRUCK TOURISMUS GRAFIK h. a.Advent Package20 November – 24 December 20152 nights stay / breakfast, welcome gift,voucher for hot spiced w<strong>in</strong>e or punch,Innsbruck Card for 48 hoursfrom € 149.– p. p.Innsbruck Card –and <strong>the</strong> city is yours!INNSBRUCK – THE CAPITAL OF THE ALPSOne-time free admission to all museums and sights <strong>in</strong> and around town. 1 returntrip on any of Innsbruck’s lifts and cable cars <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> Innsbruck region. Free travelon Innsbruck’s public transport (IVB), <strong>the</strong> sightsee<strong>in</strong>g bus “The Sightseer” and <strong>the</strong>Crystal Worlds Shuttle. Daily guided city walks. City Bike. Photo po<strong>in</strong>ts etc. Discountson shopp<strong>in</strong>g, sport and enterta<strong>in</strong>ment.Order your Innsbruck Card onl<strong>in</strong>e at www.<strong>in</strong>nsbruck-shop.com!€ 33.00 – 24 hours, € 41.00 – 48 hours, € 47.00 – 72 hoursInnsbruck Tourismus, tel. +43 512 59 850,office@<strong>in</strong>nsbruck.<strong>in</strong>fo, www.<strong>in</strong>nsbruck.<strong>in</strong>foInnsbruck Reservierung, tel. +43 512 56 20 00,hotel@<strong>in</strong>nsbruck.<strong>in</strong>fo, www.<strong>in</strong>nsbruck-packages.comContact Markets and Info. Stand: IAI VeranstaltungsGmbHwww.christk<strong>in</strong>dlmarkt.cc - <strong>in</strong>fo@christk<strong>in</strong>dlmarkt.ccContact Hotels and Book<strong>in</strong>gs: Innsbruck Tourismuswww.<strong>in</strong>nsbruck.<strong>in</strong>fo - office@<strong>in</strong>nsbruck.<strong>in</strong>foContact “New Year’s Eve <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> Mounta<strong>in</strong>s“: Innsbruck Market<strong>in</strong>g GmbH:www.<strong>in</strong>nsbruckmarket<strong>in</strong>g.at - office@<strong>in</strong>nsbruckmarket<strong>in</strong>g.atNo liability assumed for <strong>in</strong>formation provided and subject to change at short notice. As at15.08.2015. Photos: TVB Innsbruck, IAI GmbH, Stadt Innsbruck, Innsbruck Market<strong>in</strong>g GmbH,Wally Witsch, Christian Forcher, Christof Lackner, Wolfgang Lackner, Alexander Tolmo, Cirque duSoleil. Graphic design: Kar<strong>in</strong> Sophie Hatzl www.kar<strong>in</strong>sophie.at