Shopping chaos on Whit Monday: where the doors are open in Carinthia!

Shopping chaos on Whit Monday: where the doors are open in Carinthia!

The Whit Monday, which is celebrated on June 9, 2025, is just around the corner and many Carinthians ask themselves: Where can I actually shop on this holiday? While numerous shops remain closed, there are some exceptions in Carinthia that enable you to buy the last errands quickly. According to 5min.at , the Billa at the main train station Klagenfurt is open that day from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. A good starting point when you are traveling in the city!

However, if you are looking for further options, you should look at the Spar branch in meetings at Villach. These and the SPAR express markets are also open on Whit Monday and offer a variety of foods and other everyday goods.

opening times on public holidays

On public holidays such as Whit Monday, special opening times apply in Carinthia. Many supermarkets close, but some retailers leave the doors open. This is also due to the regulations that allow opening hours on Sundays and public holidays from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. In the winter season, which begins after Maria Conception, business on Sundays and public holidays is only open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., as the information from mainbahnhofcity.at The list of Billa markets, which offer appealing opening times during the summer season, is particularly noteworthy. These include locations in Eberndorf, Gmünd, Techlsberg am Wörthersee, and many others that are distributed throughout the state. A selection of these locations can also be found in the information from 5min.at.

breakfast or snacks for on the go

For all those who want to have breakfast on Whit Monday, the bakeries and some cafés are a good address. There you can buy fresh rolls and pastries for a cozy start to the day. If you have a good knack for bargains, you should also visit the savings markets in Krumpendorf, Keutschach and other cities, because they are usually open in the morning and offer a wide range of products.

Overall, it can be said that Carinthia does not provide the full selection of shops on Whit Monday, but you don't have to do without purchasing. The open shops ensure that you are well cared for on this holiday and do not have to fail to be important purchases. A look at the opening times of the regional markets is always worthwhile!