Post-Christmas Gift Resales Boom in Austria
As listings rise by 30–40%, popular items include books, films, toys and tech gadgets like gaming consoles.
‘Is There Another Austria?’ Austrian Culture with Hannes Schalle
Austrian filmmaker Hannes Schalle has a deep understanding of his country’s culture, including its soft power through the Christmas carol ‘Silent Night’ and the Hollywood classic The Sound of Music.
ÖBB Adds 80 Extra Trains for Holiday Period
Extra services will run on both the West and South railway lines, with international services also increased.
Austrian Post Sets Record with 1.56 Million Daily Deliveries
By December 24, up to 54 million letters, Christmas cards and 20 million parcels are expected to be delivered.
Vienna’s Christmas Markets Expect 4.5 Million Local Visitors
Seven in ten Viennese residents (71%) are planning to visit a Christmas market at least once this festive season, a study shows.
ÖAMTC: Over 2,600 Alcohol-Related Traffic Accidents in 2023
This year has already seen 30 fatalities in alcohol-related crashes – surpassing the total number for the whole of last year.
Austrian Retail Sector Hopes for ‘Christmas Miracle’
Austria’s retail sector continues to be heavily affected by the cost of living crisis despite a recent decline in inflation.
Consumers in Austria to Spend Less on Christmas Gifts
Most shoppers plan to spend between €100 and €499 for Christmas gifts, with popular presents including vouchers, toys and shared experiences.
Vienna’s 2024 Christmas Markets: Locations And Opening Hours
As Vienna’s festive season begins, here’s a look at when each Christmas market opens and what’s on offer this year.
Vienna’s First Christmas Market of 2024 to Open on November 7
Vienna’s first Christmas market of the season will open at Franz-Jonas-Platz in the 21st district, Floridsdorf.