Christmas Markets in Linz

Stroll and saunter around town, buy beautiful Christmas presents and inhale the scent of Bratwürstel and mulled wine. The Linz Christmas Markets are a true festive highlight, held on the city's baroque main square and also in the Volksgarten. The Linz City Express takes you from one market to the next, so you can enjoy typical arts and crafts, hot punch, and performances by brass orchestras and choirs without having to walk far. Throughout December there are various performances by music groups, brass orchestras and choirs on the stages at the main square and at the Volksgarten.

Christkindl Market Main Square
The scenery for the lovely Christkindl Market is the baroque main square. Here you will find typical arts and crafts, hot punch and delicious gingerbread.
Where: Main Square
When: 17th November - 24th December 2012
Opening Hours: Daily: 10:00 a.m. - 08:00 p.m.
www.linz.at

Christmas Market Volksgarten
The fairyland figures at the Linz Volksgarten do not only enchant children but also adults, making this the traditional family market. In addition you will find a wide selection of presents and local delicacies.
Where: Volksgarten (near main station)
When: 17th November - 24th December 2012
Opening Hours: Monday - Saturday: 09:00 a.m - 07:00 p.m., Sunday & Holidays: 10:00 a.m. - 07:00 p.m.
www.linz.at


Christmas in Steyr
Should you be staying in Linz, then the nearby town of Steyr is well worth a visit for the Old Town Christmas Market and Christkindl Pilgramage Church.
Where: Steyr Old Town
When: 23rd November - 31st December 2012
Opening Hours: 11:00 a.m. - 09:00 p.m.
www.steyr.info


For further information on Austrian Christmas Markets for UK visitors, please contact our Holiday Information Line:
UK: 0845 1011818 (local rate)
IRE: 189 0930118 (local rate)
Email: holiday@austria.info