The Christmas markets are as much a part of Innsbruck as candles on the tree: they make Advent the most atmospheric time in the Alpine metropolis. From the middle of November to the beginning of January, Christmas markets spread across the city invite you to stroll, snack and find gifts. Which is the nicest Christmas market in Innsbruck? With one or two tips from the Edelmanns, you can find out for yourself.
A Christmas market straight out of a picture book: Under the Golden Roof and in the alleys of the old town, rustic, romantically decorated stalls make the hearts of tradition lovers beat faster. With punch and Kiachln, surrounded by lovingly crafted folk art, listen to the tower blowers and marvel at the giant and fairy-tale characters in the enchanted alleys.
A large illuminated rock crystal protrudes from the modern sea of lights. But that's not the only way Innsbruck's boulevard ensures sparkling eyes for all Christmas market visitors. The range on offer at the stands also invites you to linger and provides many gift ideas.
"Christmas like before" promises the contemplative Emperor’s Christmas at Bergisel. Away from the hustle and bustle in the city, everything here revolves around regional products, traditional crafts and the original idea of an Advent market. Listen to the prologue of the Christ Child and taste mulled wine according to the purity law. The neighboring Tyrol Panorama with the giant circular painting also takes you back to the exciting and sometimes turbulent history of the country.
Under the tree made of Swarovski crystals, families immerse themselves in a colorful fantasy world. Modeled after a Tyrolean village, the Christmas market offers an entertaining children's program with puppet theater, fairy tale hour and ring games.
Those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy an impressive view of the brightly lit Innsbruck can take the Nordkettenbahn to the Hungerburg. After a few minutes, you will be greeted by the contemplative panorama Christmas market, where the clocks tick a little slower.
One of the most beautiful Advent markets in the city in St. Nikolaus on the north side of the Inn. Selected stands nestle against each other and with authentic Christmas sounds, mulled wine and biscuits actually taste “as good as they did back then”.
The small, fine Christmas market at Wiltener Platzl spoils conscious connoisseurs with organic mulled wine and delicacies from near and far. The top-class cultural program ranges from concerts to puppet theater for the little ones.
You can find all details and opening times of the Innsbruck Christmas markets on this website.
From the Edelmanns you can reach the center and the city districts in a very short drive. We also warmly recommend a visit to the traditional Advent market in Hall with the charmingly illuminated medieval house facades!