Vienna's New Wienterzauber Christmas Market Opens with Local Charm

A new Christmas market, Wienterzauber, is coming to Vienna this winter. Organised by two police officers, René Prinz and Marcus Denner, the event promises a more local, less touristy experience. It will open its doors on November 22, 2022, in St. Marx, near Marx Halle, and run until January 5, 2023. The market will operate Monday to Friday from 4 PM to 9 PM, with extended weekend hours from 2 PM to 9 PM. Visitors can expect traditional treats like roasted chestnuts, jacket potatoes, and mulled wine priced at €4.50. Alongside classic offerings, Indian street food will also be available.

In its first year, *Wienterzauber* will host ten artisan stalls and five food and drink huts. The organisers plan for it to become an annual event. A charity sing-along at the opening will raise funds for *VinziWerke*, a local organisation aiding homeless people. The location in St. Marx is easily reachable by public transport. Prinz and Denner designed the market as an alternative to Vienna’s busier, tourist-heavy Christmas fairs.

The market will run for over a month, blending traditional festive fare with new flavours. Its proceeds from the opening night will support homeless charities. Organisers hope to establish Wienterzauber as a lasting addition to Vienna’s winter calendar.