Do you still have questions about your visit to Schönbrunn Palace Easter Market? Find the answers to the most frequently asked questions and lots of practical information here at a glance. Once all open points have been clarified, you can relax and enjoy the unique atmosphere in front of the imperial backdrop.
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Opening Times
When does the Easter Market start?
The Easter Market Schloss Schönbrunn 2024 opens on 16 March at 10 a.m.. It is open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
When is the Easter market open?
The Easter Market Schloss Schönbrunn will take place from 16 March to 2 April 2024. Opening hours are daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Further information on the opening hours can be found here.
Is there an admission charge for the market?
Entry to the Easter Market is free.
All live concerts, the participatory rally, Roberta's Playhouse and the big Easter Bunny Quiz are also free.
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Arrival and infrastructure
Where is the Easter market?
The Easter Market will take place in front of Schönbrunn Palace at the Ehrenhof. The address is:
Schloss Schönbrunn, 1130 Vienna
Further information and a map showing how to get there can be found here!
What is the best way to get to the Easter market?
Arrival is possible by public transport, by car, by coach, on foot or by bicycle. You can find detailed information on how to get here.
How do I get to the Easter market in public?
There are regular connections to Schönbrunn:
- U4 underground: Schönbrunn or Hietzing station
- Trams 60 and 10: Schloss Schönbrunn stop
- Bus 10A: Schloss Schönbrunn stop
Further information on how to get there can be found here.
Where can I park?
Parking is available at APCOA car park 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for a fee. You can find more information about parking here.
Is there an ATM?
Yes, there is an ATM directly at the Easter Market two ATMs. One is located directly behind the carousel, the other by the big red egg near the castle entrance. A third ATM is located in the Visitor Centre to the left of the main gate. You can find a map here.
Are there toilets, and where are they?
Yes, toilets and accessible toilets are located in the Visitor Center to the left of the main gate to the castle.
Can I go to the Easter Market in a wheelchair?
Yes, you can access the Easter Market barrier-free. At the main gate (Schönbrunner Schloßstraße) there are three parking spaces for people with special needs.
Assistance dogs are allowed.
Barrier-free toilets can be found in the Visitor Centre to the left of the main gate and in the entrance hall to the Palace.
Are bicycles or scooters allowed to the Easter Market?
No. You may not bring your bicycle or scooter to the Easter Market, as they are prohibited throughout Schönbrunn.
If you arrive by bike, you can park it in front of the main gate, Meidlinger Tor or Hietzinger Tor, at one of the designated places.
Are dogs allowed at the Easter Market?
No. Unfortunately, you are not allowed to bring your dog to the Easter Market, as dogs are prohibited throughout Schönbrunn.
As an exception, assistance dogs are allowed.
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Programme and highlights
Is there a programme?
Yes, there are children’s and music programmes. You can find the exact dates and further information about our supporting programme in our event calendar.
Is there a children’s programme?
Especially for our little market visitors there is a lot to discover at the Easter market. There is the Easter Bunny Workshop, the Interactive Game, Roberta’s Playhouse, the big Easter Bunny Quiz and the Courtyard Carousel. More information about the children's programme can be found here..
When can I register my group for the Easter Bunny Workshop?
Registration for the Easter Bunny Workshop is required only for groups of 5 children or more. Registration for the Easter Bunny Workshop is possible from the beginning of February.
Have you already received our children's programme newsletter? If not, please send us your contact details to ostermarkt@mts-wien.at. We will be happy to add you to our mailing list. This way you will receive information and an invitation to register for our Easter Bunny Workshop in a timely manner.
As soon as the dates are published, you can register your group via the programme calendar .
How can I register my group for the Easter Bunny Workshop?
Registration for the Easter Bunny Workshop is required only for groups of 5 or more children. You can register your group via the programme calendar. Select your desired date and register your groups for a time slot.
Next to the dates you can also see how many places are still available for the respective time slot. By subscribing to the newsletter, you can ensure that you will receive an invitation to register for the next Easter Bunny Workshop. More information about the children's programme at the Easter Market can be found here.
Is there live music?
Yes, there are jazz and swing ensembles performing at the Easter Market to create a spring atmosphere. The listings can be found in our event calendar!
What will be sold at the Easter Market?
At the Easter Market everyone will find what he or she is looking for. The exhibitors sell products in the following categories, which can also be found in the exhibitors list:
- Refreshments & Culinary
- Jewelry
- Toys
- Easter Decoration
- Home accessories
- Stationery and souvenirs
Which exhibitors are present at the Easter Market?
Exhibitors from Austria and neighboring countries are represented at the Schönbrunn Palace Easter Market. There is a variety of products, including traditional handicrafts, Easter decorations, unique gift ideas and culinary delights.
You can find the exhibitor list here.
What is there to eat?
There are several food huts, where you can enjoy meat, vegetarian and vegan delicacies such as beef goulash with butter "Spätzle", potato dumplings filled with Easter ham or wild garlic ricotta and Easter "Gröstl" and much more. Also tempting sweet dishes such as waffles, "Kaiserschmarrn" and crêpes will be offered by our restaurateurs.
All food exhibitors can be found here. You can filter the "Refreshments & Culinary" category.
How can music groups, swing and jazz ensembles apply to perform at the Schönbrunn Palace Easter Market?
You are a member of a swing or jazz ensemble or another music group and you are interested in the Easter Market Schloss Schönbrunn?
Wenn Sie an einer Teilnahme für das Jahr 2024 interessiert sind, senden Sie Ihre Kontaktdaten bitte an die Projektleitung, Frau Mag. Barbara Gobl (b.gobl@mts-wien.at).
Is the castle chapel open during market hours?
Yes, the Palace Chapel is freely accessible during the opening hours of Schönbrunn Palace.
Church mass during market hours:
Passion Sunday: 17.03.2024, 10:00 Uhr
Palm Sunday: 24.03.2024, 10:00 Uhr
Easter Sunday: 31.03.2024, 10:00 Uhr
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Companies / exhibitors / B2B
When can I apply as an exhibitor for the Schönbrunn Palace Easter Market?
Wenn Sie an einer Teilnahme am Ostermarkt interessiert sind, senden Sie Ihre Kontaktdaten bitte an die Projektleitung, Frau Mag. Barbara Gobl (b.gobl@mts-wien.at). Further information about the application process can be found here.
Are there offers for companies or travel groups?
Yes, for groups of 10+ persons you can book culinary vouchers . All information on packages can be found here! If you have any questions on the vouchers and booking, please message us at ostermarkt@mts-wien.at!
Can I use pictures from the website?
In our press gallery you will find a variety of images, which you may download exclusively for current reporting on our markets and use only by stating the respective photo credit.
For promotional purposes , please send us a request by e-mail to ostermarkt@mts-wien.at.
Photo credit: © www.ostermarkt.co.at / photo: name of photographer as indicated at the picture