Silent Night Christmas Eve Tour

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Duration: 4h
Location: Oberndorf bei Salzburg, Austria | Oberndorf bei Salzburg, Austria


Category: Attractions

Highlights:
“Silent Night”—sung by billions of people at Christmas
Festive adventure through illuminated Alpine villages
Engaging narrative & joyful advent music along the journey
Candlelit chapel & “Silent Night” memorabilia
Leisurely afternoon in the run-up to Christmas

Inclusions:
Guided tour of Arnsdorf, Oberndorf bei Salzburg, and Hallein
Admission fees
Hotel pickup
Roundtrip transportation to and from central Salzburg

Description:

“Silent Night” is one of the world's most well-known and beloved Christmas carols. Translated into 44 languages, it is sung by more than 2 billion people around the world. Discover how it originated on a Christmas Eve long ago in the picturesque riverside town of Oberndorf.

Trace the history of one of the best-recognized songs of all time and visit the quaint area where “Silent Night” originated. This enchanting town is charmingly lit up to create an ambiance of winter wonder—a fitting backdrop for this take a breaked tour on Christmas Eve.

See Austria's oldest school in Arnsdorf village. The school's headmaster, Franz Xaver Gruber, composed the famous melody. Continue to Oberndorf, a riverside village bursting with charm; this is where “Silent Night” was first performed in 1818. Here you also visit the Silent Night Chapel and Museum. Enjoy advent music in the comfort of your coach and immerse yourself in the festive spirit.