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Welcome to the Salzburger Bauernherbst 2026 Across SalzburgerLand
The Salzburger Bauernherbst is known as the fifth season in SalzburgerLand, celebrating the harvest, local customs and rural life. In 2026, 77 towns across the region host alpine cattle drives, traditional costume parades and folk music, kicked off with a large opening festival in Maria Alm.
Highlights and Attractions of the Bauernherbst in SalzburgerLand
- Over 2,000 individual events across 77 Bauernherbst towns, from the Salzburg lake district to the Lungau region
- Colorful alpine cattle drives, where decorated cows, horses and sheep are led down from the mountain pastures
- A statewide opening festival with a parade, brass bands and the traditional tapping of the first beer keg
- Folk music and singing take center stage this year, with a focus on parlor and family music groups
- Traditional craft demonstrations and market stalls in many towns
- Regional game weeks featuring venison and autumn specialties in local inns
- Church fairs, mountain masses and village festivals throughout the season
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Program and Schedule: What to Expect in 2026
The season opens with the official statewide celebration in Maria Alm and then continues for several weeks across all of SalzburgerLand. Individual towns host alpine cattle drives, village festivals, pub tours and concerts throughout the period, with exact dates varying by location and updated continuously in the official event calendar.
Tickets and Admission for the Bauernherbst 2026
Most Bauernherbst events are free to attend and require no registration. Certain programs, such as guided hikes, concerts or culinary evenings, may need registration or a separate ticket; details are listed with each individual event in the official calendar.
Visitor Tips: Travel and Accommodation in SalzburgerLand
- Since the Bauernherbst spans the entire state, it helps to pick one region as a base before planning the trip
- Sturdy footwear and weatherproof clothing are recommended for cattle drives and mountain events
- Accommodation in popular spots like Maria Alm should be booked early around the opening celebration
- The official event calendar makes it easy to find dates in a chosen region and plan the visit accordingly
Note: The information on this page was researched at the time of writing and may have changed since then (e.g. date, venue, or program). Visit the organizer's official website →
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