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Welcome to the Feldkirch Christmas Market 2026
From November 26 to December 24, 2026, the historic old town of Feldkirch transforms into a festive Christmas town. In the narrow lanes of this medieval town in Vorarlberg, Austria, beautifully decorated market stalls, warm string lights and the scent of mulled wine and gingerbread create genuine Advent atmosphere. Admission is free, making the market a popular destination for visitors from across the region.
Highlights and Attractions at the Feldkirch Christmas Market
- Christmas market in the Marktgasse, with stalls open daily until December 24
- A second Christmas market in the Neustadt district, open Thursday through Sunday
- Two Christmas stages in Marktgasse and Neustadt featuring music, choirs, brass bands and children's programs
- A charming gingerbread house with a dedicated program for children
- A regional craft market on Schmied und Schlossergasse, held every Saturday
- A traditional Swedish fire lit in the Neustadt every Advent Sunday
- The medieval old town setting itself, with narrow lanes and festive lighting
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Program and Schedule: What to Expect in 2026
Throughout the Feldkirch Christmas town, shopping and cultural program go hand in hand. The Marktgasse hosts the classic market stalls with gift ideas and handcrafted goods, while the Neustadt offers culinary stalls serving raclette, cabbage spaetzle and roasted almonds on weekends. On the two Christmas stages, musical groups, school choirs, singers and alphorn players perform in turn. Detailed daily opening hours for the 2026 edition had not yet been published in full at the time of research.
Tickets and Admission for the Feldkirch Christmas Market
Visiting the Christmas market is free of charge and no admission ticket is required. Certain guided experiences, such as culinary market tours, can be booked separately for a fee, but these are optional extras and not part of the Christmas market itself.
Other Christmas Markets in Feldkirch
Blosengelmarkt: Kicking Off Advent in the Old Town
The weekend before the first Sunday of Advent, on November 20 and 21, 2026, the long standing Blosengelmarkt opens the Advent season in Feldkirch. For more than 40 years, local clubs and restaurateurs have set up stalls in the Marktgasse and Schmiedgasse, offering regional treats and the season's first mulled wine in a festive old town atmosphere.
Visitor Tips: Travel and Accommodation in Feldkirch
- On Advent Saturdays, travel by bus and train within the region is free of charge
- The old town is a pedestrian area; larger parking facilities are available on the outskirts
- Advent season in Feldkirch can already bring winter cold, so warm clothing is recommended
- Accommodation in and around Feldkirch should be booked early for Advent weekends
- A visit pairs well with a walk through the medieval old town and up to Schattenburg Castle
Note: The information on this page was researched at the time of writing and may have changed since then (e.g. date, venue, or program). Visit the organizer's official website →
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