Tiroler Bergweihnacht at Sixenhof 2026: Christmas Magic at Lake Achensee

Welcome to the Tiroler Bergweihnacht 2026 at Sixenhof by Lake Achensee

Inside the centuries old barn of the Sixenhof in Achenkirch by Lake Achensee, the Tiroler Bergweihnacht takes place from November 27 to December 27, 2026, on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays. Life sized figures and real animals bring the Achental valley's own version of the nativity story to life, accompanied by projections on the old barn wall. The setting is the Heimatmuseum Achental, a historic Tyrolean farmhouse right at the foot of the mountains.

Highlights and Attractions at the Bergweihnacht in Sixenhof

• A roughly 25 minute narrated nativity story set inside a genuine old farm barn
• Real animals such as an ox, a donkey and sheep taking part in the scene
• One of the oldest nativity cribs in the Achental valley and a traditionally decorated Christmas tree in the exhibition rooms
• Admission also includes the historic exhibition rooms of the folk museum on the first and second floors
• Achental style Zelten (a traditional fruit bread) plus mulled wine, tea or coffee served in the cozy smoke kitchen
• Performances are available in German, English, Italian and French
• Can be combined with a ride on the illuminated Christmas ship of the Achensee boat line, departing from the Scholastika pier

Program and Schedule: When Does the Bergweihnacht Take Place in Achenkirch?

The Bergweihnacht is open Friday to Sunday and on public holidays, each day from 12:00 to 17:00. Groups can book private performances outside these hours by reservation, sent only by email to [email protected]. Specific program details for individual days, such as musical accompaniment, are updated by the organizers and should be checked again on the official site shortly before your visit.

Tickets and Admission for the Tiroler Bergweihnacht 2026

Admission costs 8 euros per person, with a reduced rate of 7 euros for groups and holders of the Achensee Erlebnis Card. The card itself grants free entry, and children up to 15 years old also enter for free. Tickets are purchased on site, and no advance online sale is currently offered.

Visitor Tips: Travel and Accommodation Around Lake Achensee

• The Sixenhof is located in Achenkirch, reachable by road from Jenbach or by boat via the Scholastika pier
• Since the event takes place in the cold season, warm clothing and sturdy footwear are recommended
• The Achensee region offers plenty of guesthouses and hotels, and early booking during Advent season is advisable
• A visit combines well with the other Christmas events held around Lake Achensee in the same period

Other Christmas Markets Around Lake Achensee

The Tiroler Bergweihnacht at Sixenhof is part of a larger seasonal program known as Achensee Weihnacht, which links several locations around the lake. Two of the most notable additional events in the same period are:

Christmas Market in Pertisau with the Christmas Ship

Pertisau by Lake Achensee also hosts a festive Christmas market from November 27 to December 27, 2026, closely tied to the Achensee boat line: an illuminated Christmas ship travels between the Christmas markets in Pertisau and Achenkirch. Visitors will find market stalls with handicrafts, regional delicacies and mulled wine.

Bergadvent at the Fischergut in Pertisau

Also running from November 27 to December 27, 2026, on Fridays through Sundays plus an additional date on December 8, the historic Fischergut farmhouse in Pertisau opens for the Bergadvent. Set against the backdrop of one of the region's oldest farmhouses, it offers small stalls with Tyrolean handicrafts, Kiachln served with sauerkraut, craft activities for children, and the arrival of Saint Nicholas and the Kinderperchten.