Crime reading on the mountain: Bernhard Aichner

Against the backdrop of the Salzkammergut, literary suspense meets breathtaking mountain panoramas.

On October 18, 2025, the Feuerkogel will be transformed into a stage for high tension: In the St. Christopher's Chapel, bestselling author Bernhard Aichner will read from his latest thriller, "JOHN." Against the backdrop of the Salzkammergut, literary suspense meets breathtaking mountain panoramas. The chapel provides an atmospheric setting for Aichner's captivating narrative, which has already garnered international acclaim with works such as the "Totenfrau" trilogy. Mountain Crime Reading:

Date: October 18, 2025 Start: 1 p.m.
Duration: 1 to 1.5 hours
Where: St. Christopher's Chapel
Bestselling author: Bernhard Aichner

An unforgettable day where literature and nature enter into a perfect symbiosis. Before and after the reading, the sunny Feuerkogel plateau invites further exploration—whether on a hike to the Europakreuz (European Cross) or simply enjoying the autumnal mountain scenery.

Note: "Limited number of participants": Seats in the chapel are limited—early registration is recommended!

Registration required!
register at: https://www.feuerkogel.info/de/aktuelles/events/krimi-lesung-am-berg

Thriller "JOHN"

BERNHARD AICHNER PRESENTS THE SECOND PART OF HIS REVENGE SERIES

Bernhard Aichner is not only the leader in Austrian book exports, but also a firm favorite when it comes to bestseller lists. His thrillers regularly top the book charts. His successes are superlative: one million books sold, readings to sold-out houses, international editions in 16 countries, and Totenfrau is being broadcast worldwide as a series on Netflix in two seasons. With one million copies sold, Aichner is one of the most successful German-language crime writers. He has received numerous awards and grants, including the Crime Cologne Award, the Friedrich Glauser Prize, and most recently the Fine Crime Award 2023. The Times describes his work as "original, powerful, and captivating." Creepy and funny - murderous and entertaining These are no contradictions when Bernhard Aichner rocks the stage. On the contrary, his program impressively demonstrates that suspense, humor, and music can be wonderfully combined. Bernhard Aichner delivers thrills and tickles the funny bone at the same time. An unforgettable evening of crime thriller thrills is guaranteed.

Following the success of YOKO, the line-up now continues with JOHN (premiere, June 17, 2025).

www.bernhard-aichner.at