Situated at the foothills of the Karwendel mountain range, the Tirolean village of Absam is dominated by popular culture, luthiery and strong religious belief. Pilgrims visit the house where Rosina Buecher saw the Virgin Mary appear in her window in 1797, and the Pilgrimage Church. Absam is also a stop on the Jakobsweg pilgrimage route. Absam is also famous for the work of Jakob Stainer (1617-1683), the great luthier, whose life and artistry are commemorated in the municipal museum. But Absam really comes alive in the Carnival season, when the Matschgerer (traditional colourful Carnival figures) take to the streets – with a huge procession every 4 years. If you are interested in knowing more about Absam’s Carnival traditions, be sure to visit the Matschgerer museum (Carnival museum).
632 m Elevation
6600 Inhabitants
Location: By a mountain
Absam is a perfect place for everybody who loves sports and nature. Discover the ruggedly picturesque Halltal valley and the Alpenpark Karwendel nature reserve which spans more than 920 square meters. This unique area is also a stop on the Adlerweg trail, a hiking path which leads through the entire Tirol region.
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TOURISMUSBÜRO ABSAM
Dörferstraße 37
A-
6067
Absam,
Austria
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