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.
The Christkindl markets are as much a part of Innsbruck as candles are on a tree: they make Advent the most atmospheric time of the year in the Alpine metropolis. From mid-November to early January, Christmas markets scattered across the city invite you to stroll, indulge in treats and find gifts. Which is the best Christmas market in Innsbruck? With a few tips from us, you can discover it for yourself at your leisure.
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.
Beneath the Swarovski crystal tree, families are immersed in a colourful fantasy world. Inspired by a Tyrolean village, the Christmas market offers entertaining children's activities including puppet theatre, storytime and a carousel.
Anyone seeking to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy a stunning view of Innsbruck’s brightly lit skyline can take the Nordkettenbahn cable car up to Hungerburg. After just a few minutes, you’ll arrive at the tranquil Panorama Christkindlmarkt, where the pace of life slows down to a more soothing rhythm.
Calm and traditional, one of the city’s most beautiful Christmas markets presents itself in St Nicholas on the north side of the Inn. Selected stalls nestle together, and with authentic Christmas tunes, mulled wine and biscuits really taste "as good as they did back then".
The small, fine Christmas market at Wiltener Platzl spoils conscious gourmets with organic mulled wine and delicacies from near and far. The high-calibre cultural programme ranges from concerts to puppet theatre for the little ones.
Find all details and opening times of the Innsbruck Christmas markets on the linked website.
From Edelmanns Zimmer & Suiten, you can reach the city centre and districts in the shortest time. We also highly recommend visiting the traditional Advent market in Hall, with its charmingly illuminated medieval façades!