Fast and festive: head to Bratislava for the Christmas market!

Fast and festive: head to Bratislava for the Christmas market!

Advent is approaching and the anticipation of festive activities in the Vienna region is growing. A very special highlight is the return of the popular Twin City Liner, which is sailing from Vienna to Bratislava again this year. Like that Vienna district newspaper reports, the Central Danube express ship, which is operated by Wien Holding and Raiffeisenlandesbank NÖ-Wien, will take passengers safely and quickly to the neighboring city until December 21, 2025.

The Twin City Liner departs from Vienna (Schwedenplatz) at 10:30 a.m. on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays and reaches Bratislava at 11:45 a.m. The return journey takes place at 4:30 p.m., so you arrive in Vienna just in time for a cozy dinner. The total journey time is around an hour - ideal for leaving the stress of pre-Christmas preparations behind you.

Enjoyment and Advent atmosphere in Bratislava

When they arrive in Bratislava, visitors can expect a charming Christmas market that offers regional specialties. You can look forward to delicacies such as lokše, potato pancakes, goose meat, gypsy roast, strudel as well as warm drinks such as mulled wine, mead and punch. The market is complemented by musical and artistic performances on stage, which offer visitors a cozy, festive atmosphere.

Visitors shouldn't miss the other Christmas markets spread across the city. These include Hviezdoslav Square, Milan R. Štefánik Square, the Old Town Hall courtyard and Primate Square, as well as a traditional market at Bratislava Castle. A short walk of around 20 minutes or a ride on the historic slow train takes guests to the castle, where they can enjoy the great view over the city.

Prices and tickets for the Twin City Liner

The price for a trip per route and person varies depending on the deck you want:

• 39 Euro (Hauptdeck Economy)
• 54 Euro (Captain’s Lounge)
• 25 Euro (limitiertes Red Ticket)

Reduced tickets are available for children aged 2 to 11 (50% discount) and for apprentices. The trip is even free for small children under 2 years of age. Tickets are conveniently available online at www.twincityliner.com, by phone on +43 1 904 88 80 or directly in the ticket shop at the City boat station at Schwedenplatz.

So, dear readers: Get ready for a contemplative time in Bratislava and enjoy a relaxing boat trip on the Twin City Liner! If you have any questions or special requests, remember to communicate your arrival time before your trip so that everything goes smoothly.