Ebner Advent in the courtyard of Pöllau Castle in Eastern Styria | © Alexander Letonja | Maria Ebner Ebner Advent in the courtyard of Pöllau Castle in Eastern Styria | © Alexander Letonja | Maria Ebner

Advent magic in Eastern Styria

When Eastern Styria shines

Advent full of sound, valuable regional products, artful tradition, culinary delights. Immerse yourself in the East Styrian Advent round dance - from the engergy-laden town of Gleisdorf to the historic Wechselland - the magic of childhood days comes alive.

Advent magic in Eastern Styria

Atmospheric & close

You can find all Advent markets, events and Perchten runs clearly listed in our calendar of events.

Thanks to short distances, you can enjoy the magic of Advent within a small radius: whether you are travelling from Graz or Vienna, you will find yourself in the midst of a festive atmosphere in no time. Ideal for day trips or atmospheric short breaks, where you can easily combine several Advent markets in one day.

Advent markets in Eastern Styria

Where children's eyes shine...

Just have time, be carefree. Be human, be a child and feel how children are happy. The annual visit to the traditional Advent markets in Eastern Styria is heart-warming. Is it the glow of the lights, the smell of mulled wine or the small, artful gift ideas? The anticipation of Christmas belongs like the Amen to prayer and is probably more than just a cherished tradition.

Hartberg Advent market on the main square with donkey | © Oststeiermark Tourismus | studio draussen | © Oststeiermark Tourismus, cmvisuals

Advent markets and suggestions for daily programmes during Advent 2025

Simply precious – Advent shopping in Eastern Styria

From the end of November until Christmas, Eastern Styria transforms into a region full of pre-Christmas highlights – all of which can be experienced thanks to our calendar overview of Advent markets.
Whether as an atmospheric day trip, a relaxing midweek break or a soothing Advent weekend: our Advent programmes show just how diverse the pre-Christmas period can be. Each market delights with lovingly crafted handicrafts, regional cuisine, a festive atmosphere and authentic customs.
City tours, winter walks and a delicious lunch in cosy inns round off the experience. The high density of high-quality Advent markets within a short driving distance makes Advent hopping in Eastern Styria particularly attractive – and simply precious.

Advent-hopping in Eastern Styria

During the Advent season, many markets open their stalls and enchant visitors with tasty hot drinks, impressive light-filled scenery, arts and crafts, life-size nativity scenes and numerous other activities for the whole family.

Take a look and plan your next visit to the Christmas market:

Arts and crafts at the Advent market | © Oststeiermark Tourismus | studio draussen | © Oststeiermark Tourismus, cmvisuals

Gifts from the region

Eastern Styria under the Christmas tree

Give your loved ones a piece of Eastern Styria this year! Whether it's apple frizzante, pumpkin seed pesto or Pöllau gingerbread, the regional producers in Eastern Styria have great treasures that are ideal as gifts.

Contemplative silence

On the way to yourself

Pause, give yourself time and reflect on yourself. This is good for the soul. Eastern Styria is rich in cultural treasures that become precious places of retreat and well-being. Here you can hear your own life's melody in the silence. In the most contemplative time of the year, being on the road is inspiring. Where the landscapes rest in themselves, dreams come alive.