Maibaum choice in Salzburg: Which tree becomes the most popular?

Maibaum choice in Salzburg: Which tree becomes the most popular?

Hallein, Österreich - On May 29, 2025, the traditional customs of maypole setting is celebrated in Tennengau and beyond. One of the highlights includes the upcoming Maibaum-Wahl in Salzburg , in which the most popular maypole in the region is to be heard. This annual tradition, which includes artistically decorated maypoles, will be celebrated on May 1st in many communities and associations. Each community brings its own maypoles, which means that the customs are represented in a variety of ways.

around May 1st, numerous maypole lists and may festival events take place in the state of Salzburg. Many Salzburgers: On Wednesday, May 1, 2024, the opportunity to enjoy the holidays at the various events. In some municipalities, the lists will be started on Tuesday, April 30th, while others use the weekend.

appointments and events

In the Salzburg city area, several maypole is listed. The maypole will be set up in Morzg on April 27 at 1 p.m., followed by events in Leopoldskron and Maxglan on May 1st. The Nonntaler School appointment had to be canceled due to unforeseen events, while the Aigen event begins at 1 p.m.

For the Tennengau, some central appointments are listed here:

• st. Jakob: April 28, from 4 p.m.
• Hallein: May 1st, from 1 p.m. (40th Rehhofer Maibaumfest)
• Kuchl: May 1st, from 12 p.m.
• Abtenau: May 1st, from 9 a.m.
• Oberalm: May 1st, from 10 a.m.

Overall, a variety of events are extended across the region, with each community contributing its part to the festive mood. These cultural events not only offer a joy for the participants, but also strengthen the sense of community in the local regions. The information about the maypole constellations is updated regularly to give the residents and visitors the best experiences, reports Salzburg24 .

The festival of the maypole setting testifies to the deeply rooted traditions and the customs in the Salzburg region, which are passed on from generation to generation. The artistically decorated may spaces are not only symbols of spring, but also as an expression of the cultural heritage that holds the communities together.