Vienna Christmas Markets

VIENNA CHRISTMAS MARKETS - For this Vlogmas episode, I visited two Christmas markets in Vienna: Spittelberg and Rathausplatz. I had intended to visit more this night - there are a lot! - but the market at the Rathaus was so incredible and overwhelming that I didn’t want to leave.

When I asked my Austrian friends, who live in Vienna, which Christmas Market I should visit they unanimously said Spittelberg. It’s more local, with fewer tourists, and its charmingly nestled into tiny little streets that you wander through. It felt cute and intimate and I liked the smaller scale. There were food vendors but I noticed more stalls selling nice crafts and gifts than anywhere else I’ve been. It seemed like a place with unique items where you’d actually shop. I even met Santa Claus! When I told him I’d been good this year he rewarded me with a clementine and peanuts.

Next I went to the enormously grand market in front of the Rathaus or, in English, City Hall. It made me feel giddy when we first arrived because there were so many lights, people, decorations, and good smells wafting through the air. The whole atmosphere felt like Christmas in hyperdrive! Definitely what a Christmas market looks like when you picture it in your head, I think. It really delivered. I found booths of cute Vienna-inspired Christmas decor, a sausage in a bun that turned out to be filled with cheese, and a mug of traditional Glühwein or mulled wine. There was a Ferris wheel, light shows, and a large track for people to skate through the brightly-lit trees.

I thought I’d wander around more markets but, in truth, I had so much fun at the Rathaus Christmas Market that I didn’t want to leave. What did you think of this crazy Christmas market in Vienna? Do you prefer quiet and quaint Spittelberg or bright and bustling Rathausplatz?

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MY VLOGMAS 2017 SERIES
This December I’m doing Vlogmas on my channel! Vlogmas is usually where you daily vlog each day of December leading up to Christmas. I’m doing my own version where I’ll upload new videos three times per week on my regular schedule (Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays) and each ‘episode’ will be Christmas themed from my travels in Europe! I’ll be exploring Christmas markets - and trying all the special foods - in 6 different countries and learning about unique and sometimes crazy-sounding Christmas traditions. I absolutely love this time of year. I’m looking forward to experiencing all the different ways people celebrate and sharing it with you.

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[EileenAldis]

Which of these markets did you vibe the most? The first or second one?

[jeisha]

I felt your happiness through this video! 🥰🥰🥰🙌🙌🙌

[jocelynsimcock]

This is a delightful video. Lots of information but delivered with a most delightful dialogue complimented by cute laughter - she is so obviously loving what she's doing and she's sharing it with everyone who's watching. A perfect video -- "the stuff of my Christmas Markt dreams" -- so well done. Thank you!

[leilal]

Your enthusiasm is contagious 😊 You've made me miss my childhood Christmases in Germany even more than already do. but I forgive you!😁

[colinslagle]

i watched this with my son as we are planning our chirstmas trip here and he said " i like how she smiles and laughs so much" and its true you excude joy! thanks for the video.

[leylaford]

One of the best narrators possible! Showing it in my history class today. We are studying Austria now. And just in time for the season :)

[leilal]

What a charming video...and Host😊...Thank You! Merry Christmas !

[judyl]

Nothing gets me in the Christmas spirit like the Christmas Markets, on the Danube and the Rhine! Love them

[litehousguy]

Eileen you are sparkling along with all those lights!! I just adore your giddiness, and honestly, I'd be the same way!! Those little dolls @3:10 are absolutely precious!! I tell you what, these vlogs are like a Christmas present under my tree. And that music is spot on!!

[SandyKH]

Your enthusiasm is contagious! So looking forward to Christmas market season. Both markets you were at are clearly necessary stops. Each bring their own thing. Maybe more shopping at the first one.

[chelsoo]

I couldn't stop smiling once you got to Rathburg. Omg. Your happiness made me smile.

[alejandrabaidoc]

I'm crying watching this. It's MAY and I'm so emotional. Love your videos! Keep making more PLEASE!!!

[lesleyparis]

Absolutely wonderful videos. Pure fantasy and beauty for Vienna’s Christmas. Some cities in Europe really know how to celebrate Christmas.

[drravidoctor]

Your video is just superb..the enjoyment with which you are showing everything around is so joyful..a true season of happiness.. thank you very informative and fun..

[denisedefazio]

I cant wait until Christmas this year! My adult daughter and I are going on the Danube Christmas River Cruise from Budapest, to Vienna, Nuremberg, and Regensburg, then spending 3 days on land in Prague. She loves to eat and I love to shop! I couldnt help but smile watching your video as you so enjoyed yourself! I will have to remember your markets when we get to Vienna. Thank you for a great video, I felt like I was there with you!

[davewhiteside]

I just love your enthusiasm Eileen, it's so infecious. Vienna is one place I'd love to visit, especially during Christmas and New Year. So much to see, to listen to, and to eat. a real treat for the senses.

[robertkabatoff]

I have visited Vienna a few times and always at Christmas. It is a very pretty place, but my visit this year will be a little bit different. I will be there New year's Eve. Its going to be magic....I love this video...

[txr]

My husband and I went to Vienna last year, especially to see the Christmas markets. I had always dreamed of it. Thank you SO much for bringing back memories. The Rathaus in Vienna is just spectacular. We rode the ferris wheel and I felt like a 45 year old kid!! And for those of you who question going, just bundle up and GO!!! Vienna = actual chandeliers hanging between buildings outside in the old town too at Christmas. Spectacular is just THE word for this city in general, but at Christmas, you are right, it's pure magic. Thanks for the video - as always, excellent job!

[rxdiet]

I have the biggest smile watching you. I am brimming with so much excitement for our upcoming trip to experience the Vienna Christmas markets as well. I can feel your happiness watching the festivities all around. Thank you so much for this lovely video. I just finished watching your Vienna Cafe video as well. Sending you positive vibes from Toronto 😊

[aabbsher]

Switzerland is a Christmas card in the winter, So blessed in its beauty.