11 reviews of Salzburg Christmas Eve Tour to the Silent Night Chapel

Read what other Viator.com travelers think about the Salzburg Christmas Eve Tour to the Silent Night Chapel. What they loved, what they liked and what they think could be improved, it's all here to help you make the most of your next trip.

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5 star rating: Highly Recommended

Reviewed by Brent J, January 2013

Great way to spend Christmas Eve. The Chapel was beautiful and the service was something I will remember. Highly recommended!

5 star rating: Highly Recommended

Reviewed by Peter B, United Kingdom, January 2010

A very moving experience! I enjoyed the trip!

4 star rating: Recommended

Reviewed by Patricia, January 2013

There's still daylight when the bus brings you from Salzburg to Oberndorf, so you can see the green rolling hills of Austria and the snow-covered mountains. Once there, it's a 3-block walk from the parking lot to the little chapel (that's not it in the picture, by the way). You can shop in the stores before the outdoor Mass begins, go into the chapel for a quick photo, then stand outside while the Mass is going on (also outside). When "Silent Night" is sung, it's only in German. It seems that none of the tourists wanted to sing on December 24, 2012...! There's still time when you get back to have dinner in Salzburg, and go to Midnight Mass at one of the churches or up at Nonnberg Abbey.

4 star rating: Recommended

Reviewed by Jan H, January 2013

Great

4 star rating: Recommended

Reviewed by Ellen D, January 2011

Loved this though didn't think there would be so many people. It was magical. A little long to stand for the ceremony but hot drinks helped.

4 star rating: Recommended

Reviewed by JOHN D, USA, January 2011

This once in a lifetime experience was magical. Only being so far from the chapel marred a perfect experience.

4 star rating: Recommended

Reviewed by CRISTYL D, January 2009

Very nostalgic, but get a front spot early or you won't be able to see much of it. Plenty of Gluwein sold at the Christmas market though so well worth it.

4 star rating: Recommended

Reviewed by Barbara R, January 2008

This venue had lots of local charm but I felt an hour wait for the start was a little too long. The international crowd added to the appeal and the local talent was a very nice touch. At the end of the event I was hoping for a group sing-along in all of the languages represented. This was a very nice event presented on an appropriate scale.

4 star rating: Recommended

Reviewed by Linda S, Canada, January 2008

This was a pretty nice tour, but be ready for a lot of people. It is unlikely to be able to see any of the activity such as in the picture. You do get to hear it however, as it is on the loudspeakers due to the crowds. It is, however, a really touching and warm ceremony to be a part of and the tour guide makes a really good effort to make it worth while. Buses are comfortable and the guide had a good sense of humour and was very knowledgeable.

4 star rating: Recommended

Reviewed by Edwin B, USA, January 2008

A very memorable experience. The sky was overcast, but when the chorus began signing Silent Night at the end of the service, the clouds opened and a full moon and stars shown through. It was very inspirational. Plus, we had a excellent tour guide who paid lots of attention to the English speakers on board the bus.

4 star rating: Recommended

Reviewed by Anonymous, January 2007

A special memory for us all on this trip - my son got a bit bored standing for the service outside the chapel as it was cold and crowded and went on longer than expected. Would have liked to have had a look inside the chapel but didn't have enough time and had to run to the coach at end due to service taking longer than usual.

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