Salzburger Christkindlmarkt am Dom- und Residenzplatz
Set in the UNESCO World Heritage historical center, the market features around 100 stalls beneath a specially designed starry sky light canopy. Visitors can browse traditional handcrafted tree decorations, gifts, and incense, or enjoy Austrian treats, mulled wine, and punch. The event also hosts daily cultural programming, including choral concerts, tower brass music, and visits from the Christkind.
What to Expect
Historic market beneath a custom starry sky canopy in Salzburg's old town.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Altstadt Salzburg
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Tourismus Salzburg GmbH
Food & Drink
Market stalls offer Austrian specialties, mulled wine, and punch.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and christmas market shoppers
Vibe
Historic, festive, traditional
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Free.
- Hours: Monday–Thursday 10–20.30; Friday 10–21; Saturday 9–21; Sunday and public holidays 9–20.30. Special hours: December 7, 10–21; December 24, 9–15; December 25–26, 11–18; December 31, 10–18 (food and drink stalls until 1 a.m.); January 1, 11–18.
- Accessibility: The market is barrier-free.
- Pets: Dogs are allowed.
Tips & Advice
- Come on December 5 for the traditional Krampus run, or on December 6 when Nikolo and the children's Krampus visit the market.
- Bring children for the Christmas readings, part of the daily program that also includes choir concerts, tower brass music and visits from the Christkind.
- Shop for traditional tree decorations, incense and gifts among the roughly 100 stalls set beneath the market's specially designed starry-sky lighting.
- Stay for New Year's Eve, when the market hosts a program and fireworks for the new year while the food stalls stay open late.
- Plan around shorter opening on December 24, 25 and 26, when the market opens later or closes earlier than on regular days.
Special Events & Promotions
- Ceremonial opening of the market on November 19
- Traditional Krampus run on December 5
- Nikolo and the children's Krampus visit on December 6
- Perchten run on December 21
- New Year's Eve market with a program, fireworks to welcome the new year and food stalls open late
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on the daily program?
There are Christmas readings for children, Christmas tours, choir concerts, visits from the Christkind and tower brass music. Krampus runs are also part of the season.
What can I buy at the stalls?
Around 100 stalls sell traditional Christmas tree decorations, gifts for young and old, incense and items tied to local customs.
What food and drink is there?
You'll find Austrian specialties, mulled wine and punch. Baked potatoes are among the treats.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, dogs are allowed at the market.
What happens on New Year's Eve?
The market becomes a New Year's Eve market. A program fills the wait for the new year, which is welcomed with fireworks, and the food stalls stay open late.
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