Illustration of a Christmas market stall piled with wooden toys, knitted stockings and baubles as a vendor wraps a gift (Plainer Christkindlmarkt)

Plainer Christkindlmarkt

Set in the outdoor grounds of Hotel Gasthof Maria Plain, the market features handcrafted regional gifts such as wood carvings, Nativity figures, ceramics, jewelry, and organic cosmetics. Food stalls offer sweet and savory treats including homemade Plainer Bosna, hot soups, toasted bread, chestnuts, and Kaiserschmarrn. Visitors can enjoy festive hot drinks alongside live music and family-friendly seasonal events.

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Plan Your Visit

Website / Tickets

mariaplain.com

When

Hours

Friday: 16:00 bis 20:00 Uhr; Saturday: 14:00 bis 20:00 Uhr; Sunday: 11:30 bis 19:30 Uhr; Monday, 07.12.: 14:00 bis 20:00 Uhr; Tuesday, 08.12.: 11:30 bis 19:30 Uhr.

Food & Drink

Market huts serve potato and goulash soups, Plainer Bosna, toasted bread, chestnuts, Kaiserschmarrn, roasted almonds, salmon rolls and pretzels, plus mulled wine, mulled cider, punch, beer and soft drinks.

Parking

Only a few parking spaces are available. The page recommends arriving by train and bus, listing lines S1, O-Bus 6, 21, 120 and 121.

Going?

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and visitors looking for regional crafts

Vibe

Festive and welcoming

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Consider travelling by train and bus because only a few parking spaces are available.
  • Browse the exhibitor range for regional crafts, including ceramics, jewelry, woodwork and handmade textiles.
  • Food huts offer both savory dishes and sweets, with hot drinks and soft drinks available across the huts.
  • Check the separate opening days before setting out, as the market runs on selected dates rather than continuously.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Also open on Monday, December 7, and Tuesday, December 8.

Links & Contact

Website / Tickets

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kinds of gifts can I browse?

Stalls feature regional crafts and gifts such as woodwork, krippen figures, ceramics, jewelry, cosmetics, textiles and wreaths.

What food and drinks are available?

Food huts serve soups, Plainer Bosna, toasted bread, chestnuts, Kaiserschmarrn, roasted almonds, salmon rolls and pretzels. Drinks include mulled wine, Glühmost, punch, beer and soft drinks.

What entertainment is planned?

The market features live music and seasonal events, including a Nikolaus appearance.

How can I get there without driving?

The market recommends travelling by train and bus; suggested services include S1 and bus lines 6, 21, 120 and 121.

Is there much parking nearby?

Only a few parking spaces are available.

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