During the Christmas holidays, Lower Austria presents itself as a diverse winter destination for all ages. The region attracts with a wide range of winter activities: skiing, tobogganing, snowshoeing or experiencing festive highlights such as atmospheric Advent markets and cultural events. Families in particular get their money’s worth – be it with the Christmas train on the Waldviertelbahn or with creative workshops in various museums.

The state’s ski areas, such as Hochkar or Lackenhof am Ötscher, not only offer ideal conditions for winter sports enthusiasts, but also Kissonde events such as floodlit tobogganing or the “Night of the Balloons”. There are special offers for beginners, such as trial days for touring. A women’s ski world cup will be held at Semmering at the end of December. And children can access ski areas free of charge on Christmas Eve and during the holidays.

Lower Austria also has a lot to offer culturally: In St. Pölten, children can enjoy the participation theater “The Little Polar Bear”, while a Christmas workshop is taking place in the Baden Art Museum. In Krems, the topic of energy is taken up in a playful way in the caricature museum. Other highlights include the New Year’s Eve concert in Grafenegg and the ballet performance “Nutcracker” in St. Pölten.

If you don’t know the region yet, you should definitely visit the Advent markets. The Kittenberger Advent magic and the glittering light spectacle at the Eis-Greissler offer magical worlds of lights. The “Lebkuchen Express” and the Christmas market at Hof Castle also offer a special experience.

The booking situation for the Christmas holidays is positive, with guests from Germany planning a winter weekend or a New Year’s Eve stay. Winter sports, wellness and culinary offerings are in demand.