Kekserlmarkt

The Kekserlmarkt (Cookie Market) at Josef Linz offers a uniquely specialized Christmas market experience focused entirely on traditional Austrian Christmas cookies and baked goods. Held in the charming inner courtyard of Josef Linz on Landstraße, this intimate market has been delighting visitors for over 30 years with its authentic, artisan approach to holiday baking. Up to 20 Upper Austrian farm women (Bäuerinnen) showcase their traditional baking specialties, selling approximately three tons of handcrafted cookies throughout the season. The market takes place under old chestnut trees in a cozy wooden setting with atmospheric lighting, creating a genuinely traditional Christmas atmosphere far removed from commercial holiday markets. Visitors can browse intricate cookie artworks including Lebkuchen, Vanillekipferl, and other regional specialties, many so beautifully decorated they're considered edible art. The Josef venue complements the market with its legendary Josef Punsch and a schnapps stand featuring high-quality farm distillates. With free admission and select Saturday dates plus December 8th, this market attracts thousands who come to purchase authentic homemade treats or simply admire the baking craftsmanship. As owner Günter Hager emphasizes, this is Christmas in its purest form—no cheap trinkets, just genuine Austrian baking tradition. Arrive early on market days for the best selection of these sought-after holiday treasures.