Viennese Christmas Markets
Viennese Christmas Markets
Vienna's famous Christkindl Markets, also known as Christmas Markets, are an annual attraction for tourists and locals alike! They also go back to the old tradition of the Viennese fairs. These were abolished in 1872 by a decision of the city council. And this was because they were considered to be out of date. The only fairs that were an exception were those held just before Christmas. And these became the so-called Christkindl markets.
Vienna Christmas Market - the ultimate Christmas feeling
If you come to Vienna around Christmas time, you can not miss this opportunity. Because a visit to the Christkindlmarkt is accompanied by a unique Christmas atmosphere. And not only because the air smells of cinnamon, lavender and punch. Because the decisive factor is also the characteristic atmosphere of punch, mulled wine and langos. The latter is a fried pancake soaked in garlic that is part of the Christkindlmarkt flair. But so are roasted almonds and handicrafts. Advent decorations, kitsch and Christmas music add the final spice to the ultimate Christmas mood.
The most famous Christmas markets Vienna at a glance
Art Advent - the Christmas market at Karlsplatz
Here you will find high-quality handicrafts and international cuisine paired with live music. In addition, there are numerous amusements for children. For example, a petting zoo with adorable woolly pigs and goats. And all this in front of the impressive backdrop of the majestic Karlskirche.
Christmas Market at the Courtyard and Old Viennese Christmas Market
At the Hof and Freyung, traditional woodcarvings and organic products from local farmers can be found alongside new designer start-ups during Advent. These Christkindl markets are especially popular with the local population.
Viennese Christmas Market at the Town Hall Square
At Rathausplatz, the pre-Christmas ambience is in full swing. This Christmas market has a certain party flair and the atmosphere is reminiscent of après-ski. Here you will find culinary delights in rough quantities and all the punch you can imagine. In addition, there is a large selection of kitsch and glamor.
Christmas market at Stephansplatz
The Christmas market on Stephansplatz also specializes in culinary delicacies. These are arranged in small huts in a semicircle around the cathedral. But you can also find elegance and luxury items here.
Other popular Christmas markets are located at Maria-Theresien-Platz, Am Spittelberg, at the university campus in the old Akh and in front of Belvedere Palace. But for explorers, it's best to just head out and find your personal favorite market!
Opening hours
Mon-Thu from 11am-2pm, Fri,Sat,Sun from 10am-2pm;
Gastronomy: Mon-Sun. daily until 22:00