March 30, 2025
LIEBSTATT SUNDAY
On March 30, 2025, Gmunden on Lake Traunsee – nestled in the Salzkammergut region of Upper Austria – will once again celebrate “Liebstatt Sunday”, a local tradition dating back to 1641.
As Wikipedia puts it:
“A true Liebstatt heart helps ease all kinds of pain.”
An age-old custom, where young men would declare their love by gifting a decorated gingerbread heart to their sweetheart – a tradition still lovingly upheld today.
Over time, Liebstatt Sunday has also become a celebration of family and friendship.
Visitors can purchase handmade, often personalized gingerbread hearts (“Herzerl”) to express appreciation for someone special.
It’s also a wonderful opportunity to explore Gmunden and discover the charm of the Salzkammergut.
Let’s hope for sunshine – and we wish you a beautiful weekend in this very special part of Austria.
As Wikipedia puts it:
“A true Liebstatt heart helps ease all kinds of pain.”
An age-old custom, where young men would declare their love by gifting a decorated gingerbread heart to their sweetheart – a tradition still lovingly upheld today.
Over time, Liebstatt Sunday has also become a celebration of family and friendship.
Visitors can purchase handmade, often personalized gingerbread hearts (“Herzerl”) to express appreciation for someone special.
It’s also a wonderful opportunity to explore Gmunden and discover the charm of the Salzkammergut.
Let’s hope for sunshine – and we wish you a beautiful weekend in this very special part of Austria.