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Mattsee Advent by the Lake

Mattsee Advent by the Lake 2026

The Mattsee Advent by the Lake sits on the shore of Lake Mattsee, looking out over the water to the church. A market for a quiet afternoon that ends with a walk around the lake.

Location
Mattsee, Mattsee
Dates
28 November – 20 December 2026
Opening hours
Sat & Sun 15:00–19:00

What makes this market special

Instead of a single square, the Advent spreads across Marktplatz, Weyerbucht and the lakeside promenade, with a lantern trail that leads from the bay over the Schlossbergweg back to the market.

On 20 December Mary and Joseph walk with shepherds and live animals from the Bajuwarengehöft to the market from 15:30, followed by a charity event at 17:30. Pick a weekend for your visit: the market is closed on weekdays.

On the weekends from 28 November to 20 December 2026, Saturdays and Sundays 15:00–19:00.

The market spreads across Marktplatz, Weyerbucht and the lakeside promenade; the inns take part too.

Opening on Saturday 5 December from 16:15 with the Mattsee brass players; St Nicholas arrives at 16:30.

On 20 December the Herbergssuche starts at 15:30 (meeting point Bajuwarengehöft), followed by a charity event at 17:30.

A lantern trail with 40 silhouette lanterns leads from Weyerbucht via Schlossbergweg to the market and stays up until New Year's Eve.

  • On the shore of Lake Mattsee, looking out to the church
  • A market for a quiet afternoon
  • The walk around the lake is part of it

Location: Mattsee, Mattsee

Opening hours & dates 2026

Dates
28 November – 20 December 2026
Opening hours
Sat & Sun 15:00–19:00

Getting there & parking

Fahrzeit ab deinem Standort

27 Std.91 Std. 55 Min.ca. 51 Std. 25 Min.394 Std. 25 Min.

Frequently asked questions

When does the market take place?

Mattsee Advent by the Lake: 28 November – 20 December 2026 — opening hours: Sat & Sun 15:00–19:00

Where exactly is the market?

Mattsee, Mattsee

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