Christmas in Vienna, 22 meters high! Christmas giant has landed in Schönbrunn
A massive 22-meter-tall fir tree has been erected in front of Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna as part of the upcoming Christmas market. The tree, which is around 80 years old, was sourced from the nearby Wienerwald forest in Lower Austria, traveling just 20 kilometers to its new location. It was selected by foresters from the Austrian Federal Forests for its uniform growth and suitability for display. The tree will be decorated and illuminated ahead of the Christmas market opening on November 6th. The event includes traditional crafts, food stalls, rides, and new attractions like the 'Star Salon' and a replica of the world's largest nativity scene. Additional activities such as ice disco parties and children's workshops are planned.
A massive 22-meter-tall fir tree has been erected in front of Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna’s Hietzing district, marking the beginning of preparations for the upcoming Christmas market. The tree was placed in the Ehrenhof area early Tuesday morning, October 20, after being cut down Monday at a forest near Pressbaum in Lower Austria. The tree, which is around 80 years old, traveled just 20 kilometers from its origin in the Wienerwald region to its new location. The tree will serve as the centerpiece of the Christmas market, scheduled to open on November 6. It will be decorated and illuminated during the coming weeks, signaling the start of the holiday season. According to Andreas Gruber, a board member of the Austrian Federal Forests (ÖBf), finding such a well-proportioned and evenly grown fir in the typical leafy woodland of the Wienerwald was a special discovery. Preparations for the Christmas market have been underway since February. The market will feature 95 stalls offering traditional handicrafts, gift ideas, and culinary specialties. Visitors can enjoy mulled wine, punch, festive snacks, and holiday lighting in the palace courtyard. Additional attractions include a Ferris wheel, historic carousel, children's train, four ice stock lanes, and an ice-skating rink. New additions this year include the Star Salon, a new event venue with a panoramic terrace and photo spot, along with a Lindt experience world and a model of the world's largest Christmas crèche from Mörbisch. A weekly ice disco and craft activities in a dedicated workshop will provide entertainment for families. Children will have numerous activities available during the Advent period and school holidays. After the Christmas season, parts of the tree will be used as natural toys and treats for animals in the nearby Schönbrunn Zoo. The Christmas market at Schönbrunn Palace is one of several opening in Vienna. Another major market at Stephansplatz will also begin on November 6. The market at Maria-Theresien-Platz, between the Kunsthistorisches and Naturhistorisches museums, returns after a one-year hiatus starting November 20. This follows delayed tendering processes due to accessibility improvements planned for museum entrances. The company Magmag, which previously organized the market, secured the contract again through the responsible Burg Hauptmannschaft.
A massive 22-meter-tall fir tree has been erected in front of Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna as part of the upcoming Christmas market. The tree, which is around 80 years old, was sourced from the nearby Wienerwald forest in Lower Austria, traveling just 20 kilometers to its new location. It was selected by foresters from the Austrian Federal Forests for its uniform growth and suitability for display. The tree will be decorated and illuminated ahead of the Christmas market opening on November 6th. The event includes traditional crafts, food stalls, rides, and new attractions like the 'Star Salon' and a replica of the world's largest nativity scene. Additional activities such as ice disco parties and children's workshops are planned.
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A 22-meter-tall fir tree, approximately 80 years old, has been placed in the Ehrenhof of Schönbrunn Palace as the Christmas tree for the upcoming Christmas market. The tree was sourced from the Vienna Woods, a region typically known for deciduous forests, making this particular fir a rare find according to Andreas Gruber of the Austrian Federal Forests (ÖBf). The search for a suitable tree began in the summer, and it was felled in the federal forest area of Breitenfurt near Pressbaum on Monday before being transported to Schönbrunn early Tuesday morning. The Christmas market at Schönbrunn Castle is set to open on November 6, featuring 95 stalls, culinary offerings, and traditional crafts.
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The Vienna Christmas Markets for 2026 are set to begin earlier than usual, opening on November 6th at Schönbrunn Palace. This marks a return to the palace location after previous years, with the first Christmas tree being erected on October 20th. The tree, a 22-meter-tall fir harvested from the Wienerwald forest, will be decorated before the market opens. The event has grown significantly over the years, becoming a major economic and tourism driver for Vienna. The market will run for 62 days, longer than any previous year, featuring attractions such as a large Ferris wheel, ice skating rinks, and other festive activities.
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