Christmas markets in Austria

The Christmas markets in Austria are a delight for shopaholics in the country, to shop for the festival. The country maintains various Christmas markets, some of whose existence dates back to 1294. Since, years the markets have continued to attract people with their flashy goods, unique Christmas gifts and decorative pieces.

Top Christmas markets in Austria:

Almost every corner of Austria has Christmas markets selling spectacular and unique gift and decor pieces. The markets also delight its visitors with food stalls offering yummy delicacies and mulled wine. Some of the best places to visit in Austria for Christmas shopping are:

In Spittelberg: It is Vienna’s best markets to visit during Christmas. The illuminated lanes provide you the perfect mood for shopping. At Spittelberg, you can shop for traditional goods and handicrafts. These are exhibited in stalls, placed on courtyards and alleyways.

Magic of Advent market in Vienna: Magic of Advent is one of the famous Christmas markets in Austria. It is located in Vienna near the Town Hall. The highlights of this Christmas market is its seasonal variety of food products and drinks like Gluehwein and punch.

At Graz: Graz has a collection of Christmas markets. The oldest market in Graz is located near Franciscan Church. The market that lies near City Hall in Graz is also a lovely Christmas market to shop from. Here you can pick your favorite Christmas tree and other decorative items. The markets in this city sells, various handicraft products, art and craft items, toys, Christmas food items and mulled wine to quench your thirst and enjoy shopping.

Schonbrunn Palace Christmas market: Shopping for Christmas in Schonbrunn, is indeed a delightful experience. More than 70 showers exhibit various products at different price range. Commonly found Christmas collectibles include, glass and stone made items, handmade potteries, toys, Christmas tree decorative items, clay items and ceramic gift items.

At Innsburg: Innsburg is a historical town of Austria, which celebrates Christmas with great enthusiasm. You can pick up handicrafts, jewellery, and decorative items. Pick up some of the traditional goods from the markets and savor yummy delicacies at the roadside stalls, while shopping.

Famous Christmas markets in Austria:

Austrian markets in Christmas are worth visiting. They are decorated in the Christmas theme. From candies to decorative items, Christmas markets in Austria have it all. The markets are worth visiting for picking up Christmas gifts and tree decorations stuff.

Salburz Christmas market

Christmas Market at Mirabellplatz

Rathausplatz Christmas Market

Euisernen Tor Christmas Market

Franciscan Quarter Christmas Market

Last updated on 18/07/2011