Posted in Uncategorized on Jan 11th, 2010
An ancient custom in Pinzgau are Tresterer dances and processions. Dancers clad in traditional costumes of the Schönperchten and their entourage drop in at the inns and farms to perform dances which have their roots in pre-Christian Alpine traditions. And on special occasions when guests are really lucky, the dancers make an exception and let [...]
Posted in Uncategorized on Dec 9th, 2009
I guess it is safe to assume that many of us had visitors last weekend. And all those who had been good boys and girls in the last twelve months had nothing to fear from Saint Nicholas and his grim companion Krampus, right? The eerily beautiful creatures roamed Stadtplatz square in Zell am See on [...]
Posted in Uncategorized on Dec 8th, 2009
Last weekend we witnessed yet another highlight of Advent which contributed its share to get us in the right mood for Christmas in Zell am See-Kaprun.
On Friday the Coca Cola Christmas truck stopped at the car park of Areitbahn cable car and made children’s eyes beam with joy. When the young visitors stepped on the [...]
Posted in Uncategorized on Nov 30th, 2009
Every other year, Kaprun organizes its Advent market in the immediate vicinity of the local church at Kirchbichl. Last weekend the time had come once again and the crisp winter air was filled with the sound of Christmas carols, Krampus bells, and the songs of the Tresterer’s dances. Steinerhaus and Meixnerhaus had been decorated with [...]
Posted in Uncategorized on Nov 30th, 2009
During Advent times there is always a busy hustle and bustle in the alleys and little shops when everyone is on errands for the great celebration. But every now and then we pause for a moment to think of all those who are not in such a lucky situation as ourselves and in need of [...]
Posted in A hot tip on Nov 24th, 2009
The year is gradually drawing to its close. And along with winter, Christmas time is approaching with giant strides. Even though we still have some weeks to go until Christmas Eve, we can already get into the right mood at the Christmas fair of the region. Personally, I enjoy taking a stroll across the forecourt [...]
