Christmas Markets in Linz
Christmas markets in Linz
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Christmas Markets in Linz 2022
After having checked out at least 15 Christmas markets in Vienna I wanted to find a place that was less fanatic about Christmas Markets. So I went to Linz. Linz is the capital of the Austrian state of Upper Austria. It is a cute city and sometimes overlooked compared to cities like Salzburg or Innsbruck and of course Vienna. You can reach the city by train from Vienna in less than 1,5 hrs. Watch my video to discover the Christmas markets there that are less in numbers than in Vienna and less hec
The Christmas Markets at Linz, Austria #Austria
It's a cold foggy day just before Christmas and we have just disembarked from the SS Beatrice, a Uniworld boat that has taken us from Nuremberg to Linz. We have enjoyed the Christmas Markets in Nuremberg, Regensburg and to-day, in Linz, Austria. The Christmas markets in Linz, Austria, offer a magical festive experience with twinkling lights, traditional wooden stalls, and the scent of mulled wine and roasted chestnuts filling the air. The main markets, held in the Hauptplatz and Volksgarten, f
Austria's Christmas Markets: Linz
In this video I’ll take you on a quick tour around the Christkindlmarkt in Linz. Now, unfortunately Austria’s Christmas markets were cancelled in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic. So I’m going to show you the Linzer Christkindlmarkt in 2019 and hopefully shoppers will be able to enjoy this great market again next Christmas. Linz, with a population of over 200,000, is Austria’s third biggest city, and it’s situated on the river Danube. The Hauptplatz is the baroque main square of Linz and it
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Linz traces its roots to a Roman fortification called Lentia, established along a strategic Danube crossing nearly two millennia ago. The city flourished during the Middle Ages as a trade hub and imperial residence, with Emperor Friedrich III choosing Linz as his seat in the 15th century. Its baroque architecture reflects prosperity from the Counter-Reformation era, while the 19th century brought industrialization that transformed Linz into a major manufacturing center.
Despite its industrial heritage, Linz has reinvented itself as a cultural capital, earning recognition as a European Capital of Culture in 2009 and maintaining a vibrant arts scene alongside its historic core. The city's Christmas market tradition centers on the magnificent Hauptplatz, where seasonal celebrations have been documented since the 18th century. The market's setting beneath baroque facades and the Trinity Column creates an atmospheric backdrop that reflects the city's identity as both a guardian of heritage and an innovator in the arts.
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Christkindlmarkt - Linzer Hauptplatz
#2Linz's traditional Christmas market on the main square, surrounded by baroque townhouses. Features artisan crafts including handmade Christmas tree decorations, pottery, glassware, and jewelry, with a magnificently illuminated Christmas tree as the centerpiece. Operating since the area became a pedestrian zone in the late 1970s.
Advent am Dom
#12A quiet, quality-focused advent market at Linz's cathedral square against the impressive backdrop of the Mariendom. Features high-quality culinary delights, genuine handicrafts, and a unique atmosphere. Includes a light installation with snowflake magic and illuminated stained glass windows. Holds the Austrian quality seal for art and handicrafts since 2024.
Christmas Market Volksgarten
#14A family-friendly Christmas market especially popular with children, featuring rides, a life-size hand-painted nativity scene, and fairy tale huts with moving figures. Set in the park with illuminated trees in front of the festive music theater, offering craft demonstrations and musical performances.
Winter Magic at Stiegl-Klosterhof
#22A unique Christmas atmosphere where the spacious guest garden transforms into a delightful winter forest with thousands of lights, baubles, and Christmas decorations. Features brass band music and a special hot water bottle rental service. Entry fee includes a hot beverage.
Advent like in a fairy tale
#23A magical advent experience at the Grottenbahn fairy tale world on Pöstlingberg mountain, featuring enchanting Sunday events in Linz's beloved fairy tale attraction with special Christmas programming.
Winter Market Pfarrplatz
#29A quiet and contemplative market behind Linz's city parish church, featuring regional and homemade products from craftsmen, artists, and farmers. Known for its organic and bio products, with warming fire pits for enjoying punch and mulled wine. Children can visit sheep in a stable with a free-range gate.
Kekserlmarkt
#42A specialized market focused on cookies and baked goods, held at Josef Linz. Features traditional Austrian Christmas cookies and baking specialties.
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