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    November 21, 2022

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    The Old Viennese Christmas market on the Freyung in the city center is committed to tradition. A Christmas market was held here as early as 1772, and today you can buy handicrafts, glass decorations, traditional nativity scenes and ceramics. From 4 p.m., festive Advent music will be played on the square.

    The motto of a successful Christmas market is: as long as it can't run away, put up a string of lights.
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    August 24, 2020

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    The Freyung is one of the largest and most famous squares in Vienna's old town.
    The name of the square came about later. Originally it was called the Scots area. This name alluded to the monastery, which was built in 1158 by Irish monks (Iroschottische Mission) who were brought to Vienna under Duke Heinrich Jasomirgott. The Schottenkloster granted exemption from municipal jurisdiction, hence the word Freyung probably comes from.
    Freyung is best known for its markets, especially the Easter market and the old Viennese Christmas market.
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    August 5, 2025

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    It's supposed to be very beautiful here. Unfortunately, I've never been to this "Christmas market" before.
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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 190 m

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    Location: Vienna Woods, Lower Austria, Austria

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