# Advent in Villach: lights and lanes

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> Description: Advent in Villach is filled with sparkling experiences, numerous surprises and plenty of Christmas spirit. Everywhere in the romantic lanes of the old town, fairy lights and littl…

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*Advent in Villach is filled with sparkling experiences, numerous surprises and plenty of Christmas spirit. Everywhere in the romantic lanes of the old town, fairy lights and little lamps glitter and shine, the beautiful Advent decorations create a cosy atmosphere and the brightly lit Winter Wunder Wald makes children’s eyes shine.*

There is plenty on offer for younger guests in particular. Besides a petting zoo and the Winter Wunder Wald, known far beyond the region, there is a large, brightly lit ice rink right in front of the town hall.

Adults are drawn into Villach’s old town by the romantic atmosphere of the festively decorated huts, the romantic narrow lanes and the brightly lit squares. The contemplative mood is rounded off by the numerous Christmas events. And alongside culinary and regional delicacies and traditional drinks, at the Villacher Advent you will find a good many Christmas stalls with handmade gifts and souvenirs for the whole family. The Villacher Advent thus offers a spectacular experience with a unique atmosphere for young and old.

Around the Stadtpfarrkirche you can hardly see enough of the wide-ranging selection. Whether woolly hats, Christmas tree ornaments, Christmas decorations or sweet treats – you will find everything you could wish for here. In the cosy ambience you can shop to your heart’s content. Afterwards you can fortify yourself at the Genussadvent in one of the lovingly decorated huts with punch and regional delicacies.

## TIP on getting here:

Experience the Villacher Advent as a time of togetherness and enjoyment. Enjoy the winter magic in Villach right from a relaxed journey and use the bus, the train or the station shuttle. You will find the mobility options at connect.visitvillach.at/ .