Vienna’s Easter Markets 2010

[ 0 ] March 15, 2010 | The Hungarian Girl

Easter market at the Schönbrunn Palace. Photo courtesy of MTS Wien/Foto: Grinner.

Easter in Vienna is a very special time. Each year colorful and vibrant Easter markets are set-up throughout the city. These markets offer a variety of handcrafted Easter eggs, flowers and wreaths, local arts and crafts, and specialty foods.

The following is an overview of some of the most popular Easter markets in Vienna.

Easter Market Schönbrunn Palace

When: April 09 -25, 2011
Where: 1130 Vienna, Court of Honor Schönbrunn Palace U4 Schönbrunn
Opening Hours: Daily from 10:00am – 7:00pm
Admission: Free
Website: http://www.ostermarkt.co.at

This beautiful market is located on the main courtyard of Schönbrunn Palace. It features more than 45 exhibitors with flower arrangements and wreaths, handmade crafts, wood carvings, miniatures, glass, ceramic and stone objects, wooden and tin toys and more. The market also features daily jazz performances in an atmosphere ideal for relaxing and swinging with the beat. A variety of local culinary specialties is also available.

Traditional Viennese Easter Market

When: April 08 – 25, 2011
Where: 1, Freyung
Opening Hours: Daily from 10:00am – 8:00pm
Admission: Free
Website: http://www.altwiener-markt.at

Located on the Freyung, the traditional Viennese Easter Market features exquisite craftwork, baked goods and a varied cultural program. It provides a somewhat quieter and less touristic atmosphere.

Arts and Crafts Market Am Hof

When: April 08 – 25, 2011
Where: 1, Am Hof
Opening Hours: Mon-Thu 11:00am -7:00pm and Fri, Sat, Sun 10:00-7:00pm
Admission: Free
Website: http://www.kunsthandwerksmarkt.at

This market is known for its unique hand-crafted works from local artists. Metal and glass objects, paintings on glass, knitted and felted wool items, ceramic figures, jewelry and much more are sold here.

Kalvarienbergmarkt

When: March 09 – April 25, 2011
Where: 17, Kalvarienberggasse
Opening Hours: 10:00am – 6:00pm
Admission: Free
Website: http://www.kalvarienberg.at

The Kalvarienbergmarkt, a traditional Viennese Lenten market offers a splendid Easter atmosphere. There is much to do and see, especially for children including rides, workshops, and live performances.