Naschmarkt, Historic food market between Wieden and Mariahilf districts, Vienna, Austria
Naschmarkt is a food market between the Wieden and Mariahilf districts that extends about 1.5 kilometers with over 120 permanent stands. These sell produce, meats, seafood, wines, spices, and prepared foods from different countries.
This market started as a milk market in the 1770s but gained prominence when Vienna ordered all riverside trade of fruits and vegetables to move here in 1793. That decision made it a central hub for food distribution in the city.
The market reflects Vienna's international population through its mix of Austrian specialties alongside Middle Eastern, Asian, and Mediterranean goods. The different vendors blend local and global food cultures into a living, everyday fusion.
The location is easily reached by public transport and offers plenty of space to walk around and shop during the day. The best time to visit is early in the morning when selection is widest and crowds are smaller.
The market sits above a covered river called the Wien, so its structures were built on bridges and platforms above it. This unusual construction shows how the city creatively worked around a natural obstacle.
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