The countdown is on: Vienna's Advent markets will soon open their doors!
Find out everything about the Vienna Advent markets 2025: dates, opening times and special attractions in Hietzing and more.

The countdown is on: Vienna's Advent markets will soon open their doors!
Finally it's that time again! From then onNovember 13thVienna is transformed into a festive winter wonderland. The Advent markets open and make hearts beat faster. The first market at the beautiful Schönbrunn Palace will be with more than90 hutsand an adventure world for children, an attraction for young and old. He has untilJanuary 6thopen and promises an unforgettable experience for the whole family.
Visitors will soon be able to visit the marketStephansplatzhappy, the onNovember 18thopens its gates and untilDecember 26thcreates a happy atmosphere. Another highlight is the market at the main train stationNovember 20thstarts and untilDecember 20thfrom daily14 o'clockhas opened. There is also a curling rink and a children's carousel, which ensure lots of fun!
A wealth of markets and attractions
OnNovember 14ththen it gets really big! Sameseven more Christmas marketsopen, including the most famous of all, the Christmas market onTown Hall Square, which untilDecember 26thcreates a festive atmosphere. A small ice rink in the park also creates a winter atmosphere.
But the other markets that open on this day also have a lot to offer. They include:
- Spittelberg
- Türkenschanzpark
- Belvedere
- Am Hof
- Freyung (schließt am 23. Dezember)
Also an absolute must is the Christmas village in the Old General Hospital, which opens onNovember 14thopened and untilDecember 23rdhas opened. On Fridays, visitors can even stay here until11 p.mlinger and browse in a contemplative atmosphere.
Don't miss later openings!
If you're longing for even more Christmas spirit, you should get thisNovember 21stMark red on the calendar. The market opens on this dayKarlsplatz, which untilDecember 23rdcan be visited. The winter market on the Riesenradplatz in Wurstelprater is also open untilJanuary 6thopen and promises a magical ambience.
So much Christmas joy in Vienna not only makes children's eyes light up, but also puts adults in the best mood. Be it getting together with friends over a cup of punch or discovering handmade gifts. [Kurier] reports that the Advent markets are not only a tradition, but also an important part of Viennese culture. Together with the celebratory lighting of the city, this time becomes a special experience.
For everyone who likes to stay informed, [Vienna.at] offers comprehensive information about the opening times, exact locations and special attractions of the Christmas markets in Vienna. Don't miss the festive atmosphere!