Christmas markt in Vienna

Christmas markets are now open in Vienna

The Christmas markets, from mid-November until Christmas time, are the main attraction on the streets of Vienna. In particular, the Christmas markets, or Christkindlmärkte as they are known in Austria, are packed with people admiring the festive decorations. In the several markets spread around the Austrian capital, mulled wine (Glühwein), punch, roasted walnuts, and other …

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Vienna museums with free entry on the first Sunday

For art admirers, Vienna is a bit of heaven. The majority of Vienna’s numerous art museums and exhibition locations demand admission, although a handful allow free entry. List of Vienna museums with free admission every 1st Sunday of the month: –  Wien Museum Karlsplatz – Otto Wagner Pavillon Karlsplatz – Otto Wagner Hofpavillon Hietzing – Arsenal …

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Museum Albertina Modern Vienna

Green for the Museums, red for beloved Christmas markets

Three weeks after “hard lockdown” the Austrian government decided to give the green light for museums but the red one for the beloved Christmas markets. Cinemas, theaters, restaurants, and bars stay closed, at least until the 7th of January. Christmas markets stay “red” After canceling the New Year’s Silvester party, Viennese must live without their …

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