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Welcome to the Schwarzenberg Advent Market 2026
On November 27 and 28, 2026, the heritage protected church square in the heart of Schwarzenberg in the Bregenzerwald turns into a charming advent market. Surrounded by the region's traditional wooden houses and the parish church, the market runs from 3 to 8 p.m. on both days. For about twenty years it has been regarded as one of the most authentic advent markets in Vorarlberg, shaped by handmade craft, regional products and a close knit village atmosphere.
Highlights and Attractions at the Schwarzenberg Advent Market
- Regional exhibitors offering mostly handmade goods on the church square
- Additional market stalls inside the Tanzhaus and the Krone and Ochsen inns
- Homemade cookies baked by the church choir and honey candles from a local beekeeper
- Handmade herbal salts, cross stitch cushions and other regional craftwork
- An advent cafe in the Kronen Stuben, with proceeds going to the local nursing association Krankenpflegeverein Schwarzenberg
- Live music accompanying the market hours
- Free admission to the entire market
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Program and Schedule: What to Expect in 2026
The market takes place on both November days from 3 to 8 p.m. In the weeks that follow, Schwarzenberg hosts several related cultural events, including an advent concert by the Wiener Streichersolisten in late November and further concerts and readings in December, which are announced separately by the organizers.
Tickets and Admission for the Schwarzenberg Advent Market
The Schwarzenberg Advent Market is completely free and requires no ticket. Some accompanying events, such as the advent concert by the Wiener Streichersolisten, may follow separate arrangements published on the Schwarzenberg municipality website.
Other Advent Markets in the Bregenzerwald
Klosomart in Egg
On December 6, 2026, the village of Egg, the largest municipality in the Bregenzerwald, holds its traditional Klosomart on the village square. The market is officially listed in Vorarlberg's 2026 market register, and in previous years it has featured local crafts and regional products alongside a children's program and a musical opening.
Christmas Market at the Werkraumplatz in Andelsbuch
In Andelsbuch, just a short distance from Schwarzenberg, the Werkraum Bregenzerwald traditionally holds a Christmas market on the third Sunday of Advent in front of the Werkraum Haus designed by Peter Zumthor. The exact 2026 date had not yet been officially confirmed at the time of research; in previous years the market ran from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Visitor Tips: Travel and Accommodation in Schwarzenberg
- Schwarzenberg sits in the middle of the Bregenzerwald and is best reached by car or by the region's local bus network
- Late November already brings winter conditions to the Bregenzerwald, so warm clothing and sturdy footwear are recommended
- Given the market's modest size and the popularity of advent weekends across the region, booking accommodation early is a good idea
- A visit pairs well with a stop at the Angelika Kauffmann Museum in the village
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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