10 of the Best Markets in Austria
Whether in search of food, furniture or simply looking to engage in some general thrifting, Austria will have a market for you. As well as being one of the best places in Europe for hosting festive markets, there are also some excellent flea and farmers stalls worth a visit, as our guide reveals.
1. Riesenflohmarkt
Market, Park
2. Maria-Theresien-Street Market
Market, Austrian
3. Grünmarkt
Market
This charming Salzburg market takes place every day on the university campus, right outside the church. The name translates from German to mean ‘Green Market’, and that is exactly what it is. Stalls sell bountiful amounts of foodstuff from Austria and around the world, including fruit and vegetables, meat, bread, pastries and wine. The market has been running since 1857 and is frequented by locals and tourists alike.
5020 Salzburg, Austria, + 43 662 850989
4. Naschmarkt
Cafe, Market
Naschmarkt is the most popular food and flea market in town. Located along the stretch of the Linke Wien, market sellers can be seen setting up their stalls as early as 4am, giving those who are first on the scene a chance to head over to watch the sunrise over the canal and scour the streets for a trinket or two. The stalls sell everything from junk to jewellery and the food section is a joy to behold, with cuisine from all over the world to tempt visitors. If it all gets a bit much, take a pit stop at Cafe Ando for a coffee and a bite to eat.
1060, Vienna, Austria, +43 01 400005430
5. Kaiser Josef Platz
Austria has a strong tradition of farmer’s markets and this is one of the finest. Sample fresh produce from all over the country and indulge in local cuisine. Fresh bread, meats, cheese (be sure to try Bergkase) and multicoloured spreads of fruit and vegetables. Join the locals as they scour the stalls, filling their wicker baskets.
6. Brunnenmarkt
Market, Turkish
Hauptplatz Flohmarkt
Set around the attractive buildings of one of Linz’s city squares, this flea market is a magnet for lovers of antique goods. Many curiosities can be discovered – it just takes a bit of rummaging to uncover some hidden treasures. Toys, books, clothes, and crockery are among the items on sale at the Hauptplatz Flohmarkt – be sure to get there early to catch the very best of the stock.
7. Old Viennese Easter Market on Freyung
Market, Austrian, Street Food
Grazer Flohmarkt, Portiunkulamarkt
This flea market is located in the car park of the Grazer Messe and takes place four times a year. The event sees collectors and dealers from all over the country gather to partake in bargain hunting and haggling. Porcelain and ceramics, various antiquities, furniture, toys, books, and postcards are among the treasures that can be picked up.
8. Schallaburg Castle Christmas market
Market, Austrian
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