Maria Ellend Advent 2026: Info | dierupps.at

Advent in Maria Ellend (Bruck an der Leitha, Lower Austria) enchants visitors with atmospheric winter customs. A spiritual and contemplative highlight in the well-known Marian pilgrimage site. The open-air Nativity play at the mystical forest Lourdes Grotto by torchlight on 24 December attracts families from the entire district; warming tea stall provided by the parish. | | ## 6. Prellenkirchen & Deutsch-Haslau Anyone looking for authentic pre-Christmas joy in the Carnuntum and Northern Burgenland region will find the perfect meeting place at the Pilgrimage Advent & Nativity Celebration at the Lourdes Grotto. The festive lighting and the scent of cinnamon, cloves and freshly baked pastries make up the charm of this market. Whether handmade crafts from the region, musical ensembles or convivial gatherings at the punch huts – the Pilgrimage Advent & Nativity Celebration at the Lourdes Grotto reflects the warmth and tradition of the region. Be it the fire brigade, the parish or the dedicated village community: a true community spirit is what makes the Pilgrimage Advent & Nativity Celebration at the Lourdes Grotto so special. For atmospheric club celebrations, courtyard parties and punch stalls, Die Rupps from Höflein delivers practical 10-litre party packs of tried-and-tested classics such as berry punch, organic children's punch and the tangy Kalamansi punch. Maximum yield and authentic taste for convivial gatherings!

Opening hours & dates 2026

• Event dates: 28 November 2026: Advent concert by the choir “pro musica” (16:00) | 24 December 2026: Nativity play service at the Lourdes Grotto (16:00) & Midnight Mass (22:00)
• Opening hours: During event times (concert from 16:00; service from 16:00)
• Exact location: Maria Ellend Pilgrimage Church & Maria Ellend Lourdes Grotto, Kirchengasse, 2402 Maria Ellend
• Official website & detailed programme: www.haslau-mariaellend.gv.at

Atmosphere & highlights on site

Festive lights, regional handicrafts and warming hot drinks create an unforgettable pre-Christmas atmosphere.

Treat recommendation from Die Rupps: genuine vintner's punch for the festive season

A cosy visit to the market calls for a hot drink of first-class artisan quality. True to the philosophy of cellar master Gerald Rupp – "Only good wine makes good mulled wine!" – family business Die Rupps from Höflein (Lower Austria) relies exclusively on the finest base wines and natural spice extracts rather than artificial flavourings.

The unmistakable Christmas Punch exudes the typical festive scent: selected fruit juices harmonise with exquisite spices and a subtle, delicate hint of rum for cosy, atmospheric hours.

Please note: All dates and opening hours are based on official advance announcements for the 2026 season. Please check www.haslau-mariaellend.gv.at before your visit.