Illustrative photo Carinthia Christmas Markets 2026: Advent by the Lake and in the Mountains
Carinthia's 2026 Advent season is unusually varied, spanning the Christkindlmarkt am Neuen Platz in Klagenfurt, the Villacher Advent, romantic markets around Lake Wörthersee and mountain markets above 1,700 meters. Numerous dates take place across the state between November 13 and December 31, 2026.
Illustrative photo Hallein Christmas Market 2026: Festive Market in the Historic Alte Saline
The Hallein Christmas Market 2026 takes place from November 13 to December 20 inside the historic Alte Saline on the Pernerinsel. Fully covered and home to more than 60 vendors, the market offers free admission and a family friendly program in the heart of the historic salt town of Hallein.
Illustrative photo Innsbruck Christmas Market 2026 – Mountain Christmas at the Golden Roof
The Mountain Christmas Innsbruck 2026 runs from 13 November to 23 December with the main market in front of the Golden Roof. Six further markets – including the panorama market on the Hungerburg and the modern market on Maria-Theresien-Straße – offer free admission and alpine Advent atmosphere until early January.
Illustrative photo Altwiener Christkindlmarkt Freyung 2026 – Traditional Advent Magic in Vienna
The Altwiener Christkindlmarkt on Freyung takes place from 14 November to 23 December 2026 daily from 10:00 to 21:00 in the heart of Vienna. With tradition since 1772, high-quality handicrafts, Advent music and free admission, it offers a calm, authentic alternative to the city’s larger markets.
Illustrative photo Schloss Hof Christmas Market 2026: Advent at the Baroque Palace
The Christmas market at Schloss Hof in the Marchfeld region runs on Advent weekends from November 14 to December 20, 2026. Set against a baroque palace backdrop, it offers handicrafts, seasonal food and a lively program for families.
Illustrative photo Christmas Markets Lower Austria 2026 – Castles, Wachau & Advent Magic
The Christmas markets in Lower Austria 2026 offer from 14 November until early January a unique mix of castle atmosphere, Wachau romance and illuminated gardens. Schloss Hof, Kittenberger Advent Magic, Krems and Dürnstein rank among the strongest destinations with free or moderate admission and high experiential value.
Illustrative photo Bregenz Christmas Market 2026 – Festive Market on Lake Constance in Bregenz
The Bregenz Christmas Market 2026 takes place from 15 November to 23 December at Kornmarktplatz and in the city centre. With a Christmas village, ice rink, carousel and the arts and crafts market in the Upper Town, Bregenz on Lake Constance offers an atmospheric and family-friendly Advent experience with free admission.
Illustrative photo Kitzbüheler Advent 2026: Christmas Market in Kitzbühel's Old Town
The Kitzbüheler Advent 2026 runs from November 18 to December 27 in Kitzbühel's historic old town and Stadtpark. Admission to this long standing Advent market with crafts, live music and mulled wine stands is completely free.
Illustrative photo Sternenadvent Zell am See 2026 – Magical Christmas Market by Lake Zell
Sternenadvent Zell am See 2026 enchants with romantic markets by Lake Zell in Elisabethpark and on the historic town square. Free admission, illuminated stars, regional specialities and the unique mountain-lake scenery make Advent in the ski resort unforgettable. Exact dates for the lake market are still to be announced.
Illustrative photo Kremser Adventzauber 2026 – UNESCO Wachau Christmas Magic in Krems
The Kremser Adventzauber 2026 takes place from 19 November to 23 December in the historic Old Town of Krems an der Donau. Along the pedestrian zone and inside the Dominican Church visitors enjoy mulled wine, handicrafts and programme in the UNESCO Wachau region – admission is free.
Illustrative photo Salzburg Christmas Market 2026 – Dates, Program & Visitor Guide
From 19 Nov 2026 to 1 Jan 2027, the historic Salzburg Christmas Market at Domplatz enchants visitors with a uniquely romantic atmosphere. Experience daily choral singing, traditional tower brass music, and festive crafts in the heart of Mozart's city.
Illustrative photo Mariazell Advent Market 2026 – Dates, Program & Visitor Guide
From 19 Nov to 20 Dec 2026, the Mariazell Advent offers a deeply spiritual and traditional Christmas market in the Alps. Set in front of the magnificent Basilica, visitors can marvel at the world's largest hanging Advent wreath, regional crafts, and festive music.