A journey through one of the loveliest cities in the world
Advent in Salzburg is a journey through one of the loveliest cities in the world. The narrow streets and spacious squares in the Old City beckon visitors to explore the romantic town. Historic restaurants and coffeehouses invite passers-by to come in and warm up while the city's attractions are cloaked in a frosty winter white. A journey that suddenly gives you the same comforting feeling you get whenever you hear the magic of "Silent Night".
Salzburg Advent Singing - "Da hat vor dem Stall der Äpfibam bliaht" November 30 - December 16, 2007 Following an introduction to folk music and a prolog by the shepherds "Heut is a b’sondere Nacht, was’s heut für a Liachtn hermacht!", the blind shepherd Simeon's dream is interpreted as the wondrous story of Joseph and Mary of Nazareth.
Flight to Egypt December 1, 2007 - January 6, 2008 Although only mentioned briefly in the Bible, the "Flight to Egypt" is rich in legend. The exhibition shows paintings and graphics ranging from medieval woodcarvings to Dürer's much-cited portrayal of the scene to a series of 24 (!) etchings on the topic by Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo.
20th anniversary of “Salzburg Advent Serenades” at the Gothic Hall November 30 - December 23, 2007 The Advent Serenades at the Gothic Hall featuring folk music, classical music and Advent readings have ranked among the most popular and most beautiful Advent events in Salzburg's Old City since 1987.
Historic Salzburg Christmas market Novembr 22 - December 24, 2007 Certainly one of the loveliest traditional Christmas markets in Europe, with the breathtaking Cathedral and Hohensalzburg Fortress serving as a backdrop. A total of 85 exhibitors will offer traditional handicrafts, unique gifts and delicacies, 68 cultural events and much more.
