Vienna's
most enchanting Christmas villages

Weihnachtsdorf - Wien‘s bezaubernste Erlebnisse zu Weihnachten.
Weihnachtsdorf - Wien‘s bezaubernste Erlebnisse zu Weihnachten.

Vienna's enchanting Christmas experiences.

In Vienna's Christmas villages, traditional crafts, fine cuisine, and sparkling lights meet genuine Viennese warmth. Whether it's a family outing, after-work punch, or festive gift shopping, our markets make the Advent season what it should be: cozy, tasteful, and unforgettable.
Belvedere Palace
Baroque Christmas atmosphere in an elegant design.
Uni Campus Vienna
An experience for the
the whole family.
St. Stephen's Square
Gothic splendor of lights with
Viennese charm.
An overview of all opening hours for our Christmas villages.

Discover the highlights of our enchanting Christmas villages.

Baroque backdrop
Advent magic in front of Belvedere Palace, bathed in atmospheric lights.
Weihnachtsdorf - Wien‘s bezaubernste Erlebnisse zu Weihnachten.
Art & Manufacturing
Exquisitely crafted unique items and original gifts from local workshops.
Moments of pleasure
Regional delicacies and specialties from Austria invite you on a culinary journey.
Weihnachtsdorf - Wien‘s bezaubernste Erlebnisse zu Weihnachten.
For young and old
An extensive supporting program provides entertainment for the whole family.
Timeless pieces for Christmas
Fine handicrafts and special gifts to discover and give.
Weihnachtsdorf - Wien‘s bezaubernste Erlebnisse zu Weihnachten.
In the heart of the city
Right next to Vienna's “Steffl” – Gothic Advent atmosphere in the heart of the city center.

Highlight of the university campus in Vienna's old AKH hospital.

Since 1999, the Christmas village on the campus of the University of Vienna has been inviting families to enjoy an atmospheric world of culinary delights and experiences.

Craftspeople and exhibitors from all over Austria present their traditional Christmas products and unusual gift ideas.

Christmas party
Our rustic Josefinenalm – the perfect place for up to 150 people.
Program for adults
Live DJ, punch specials, and scavenger hunt in the Christmas village.
Curling
Four lanes await you with games, competitions, and winter fun for the whole family.
Children's program
A carousel, train, chain carousel, Ferris wheel, and a unique fairy tale world await the little ones.
Our information folder guides you through our markets and presents the highlights in detail.
🕒 Opening hours
We are delighted to welcome you to our Christmas villages!

Belvedere Palace
14.11. – 31.12.2025

Mon.-Fri.: 11-21 h
Sat.-Sun.: 10-21 h
24.12.2025
11-16 h
25.12. – 30.12.2025
11-20 h
31.12.2025
11-18 h

Uni Campus Vienna
14.11. – 23.12.2025

Mon.-Thu.: 14-22 h
Fri.: 14-23 h
Sat.: 11-23 h
Sun.: 11-21 h
23.12.2025
14-20 Uhr

St. Stephen's Square
08.11. – 26.12.2025

Daily: 11-21 h
24.12.2025
11-16 h
25.12. – 26.12.2025
11-19 h

🧑 Program for adults
Great program items for our adult visitors!

Student X-Mas Tuesday: Live DJ and discounted punch at the Christmas village on campus

Every Tuesday from November 18 to December 16, students can show their student ID between 6:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. to receive mulled wine, orange punch, and non-alcoholic apple punch for a special price of only €3.90 (instead of €5.50). Live DJ from 6:00 p.m.

The offer is valid at the stands on the “main square”: Tyrol (Salettl), Vienna (stand 14), and Styria (stand 11).

Puzzle rally with Vienna Mysteries
Experience an exciting scavenger hunt across the Uni Campus Christmas village!

It's a red alert situation—Santa Claus has been kidnapped.

Solve the mystery of Santa's disappearance alone or in a group of 2–13 players (duration approx. 1–2 hours).

🧒 Children's program
Great program items for our young visitors!

Sat, 15 Nov 2025
11 & 12 h — Magician in a red tailcoat
14-17 h — Bakery

Sun, 16.11.2025
12 & 13 h — Kasperl & Strolchi
14-17 h — Face painting for children
14-17 h — Christmas workshop

Sat, 22.11.2025
11 & 12 h — Magician in a red tailcoat
14-17 h — Bakery

Sun, 23.11.2025
12 & 13 h — Kasperl & Strolchi
14-17 h — Face painting for children
14-17 h — Christmas workshop

Sat, 29.11.2025
12 & 13 h — Kasperl & Strolchi
14-17 h — Bakery

Sun, 30.11.2025
11 & 12 h — Magician in a red tailcoat
14-17 h — Face painting for children
14-17 h — Christmas workshop

Sat, 06.12.2025
11 & 12 h — Magician in a red tailcoat
14-17 h — St. Nicholas photo shoot
14-17 h — Bakery
17-19 h — Meet St. Nicholas

Sun, 07.12.2025
12 & 13 h — Kasperl & Strolchi
14-17 h — Face painting for children
14-17 h — Christmas workshop

Sat, 13.12.2025
12 & 13 h — Kasperl & Strolchi
14-17 h — Bakery

Sun, 14.12.2025
11 & 12 h — Magician in a red tailcoat
14-17 h — Christmas workshop

Sat, 20.12.2025
11 & 12 h — Magician in a red tailcoat
14-17 h — Bakery

Sun, 21.12.2025
12 & 13 h — Kasperl & Strolchi
14-17 h — Christmas workshop

Contribution towards expenses: Dear parents, we kindly request a small contribution towards the running costs of our Josefinenalm and any material costs. Kasperl & Strolchi €3 Wolfgang the Wizard in the Red Tailcoat €3 Cookie & Gingerbread Baking €5 Christmas Workshop €5 You are cordially invited to warm up and enjoy some refreshments during the program. We wish you great entertainment and hope you have an unforgettable experience at the Josefinenhütte.
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Reservations
for Josefinenalm
⏳ The Christmas villages are taking a break.

We look forward to seeing you again in winter 2026.