Where to find treasures in Salzburg: Secondhand, vintage & flea markets

Secondhand fashion in Salzburg

Salzburg has a surprisingly wide range of secondhand shops, from budget-friendly stores to more exclusive boutiques. Whether you’re looking for a bargain or a designer piece, there’s plenty to choose from. The shops below mainly focus on clothing, although some also sell household items, toys, books and more.

1. Humana Vintage & Second Hand

Humana is a classic when it comes to secondhand shopping and has two locations in Salzburg. Popular with both locals and visitors, the shops offer affordable clothing as well as a small selection of designer and vintage pieces. From basic sweaters to traditional clothing, you can find a little bit of everything here – usually at very reasonable prices.

• €–€€
• Opening hours: Vary by location; more information here
• Locations: Schwarzstraße 6 & Mirabellplatz 7, Salzburg

2. Carla Secondhand Shops

Caritas runs several secondhand shops in Salzburg. Purchases help support a range of social projects, including free clothing distribution and programs for people who have been unemployed for a long time. Alongside fashion, you’ll also find household items, books and more.

Carla Lehen is particularly popular thanks to its large selection and central location. There is currently also a Carla pop-up shop in Kaigasse with a curated vintage selection – ideal for combining a shopping trip with a walk through Salzburg’s Old Town.

• €–€€
• Opening hours: Vary by location; more information here
• Locations: Gaswerkgasse 11 (Lehen), Kaigasse 8 (pop-up shop), Aignerstraße 56 (Aigen), Friedenstraße 7 (Herrnau)

3. Exclusive 2nd Hand Mode – Abito Allora

Abito Allora specializes in vintage and secondhand designer fashion and is located between Mirabell Gardens and Müllnersteg. The shop has a particularly good selection of bags and is a great place to browse for high-quality accessories. A good choice for fashion lovers looking for something special.

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• Opening hours: Vary; more information here
• Location: Schwarzstraße 33, Salzburg

4. TAO Second-Hand Shops

TAO’s secondhand shops offer a colorful mix of products, from clothing and small pieces of furniture to books – all at affordable prices. Like Carla, TAO also supports a good cause. Among other things, the organization helps people in Salzburg get back into the job market.

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• Opening hours: Vary by location; more information here
• Locations: Roseggerstraße 19 (Lehen), Teisenberggasse 25 (Maxglan), Aigner Straße 78 (Aigen)

5. Secondo von Elke König

Secondo is a good address for anyone looking for exclusive fashion. The shop combines new and like-new designer pieces, and personal advice is available on request. Even the carefully styled window display offers plenty of outfit inspiration.

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• Opening hours: Vary; more information here
• Location: Morzger Str. 2A, Salzburg

Vintage & antique shops

If your wardrobe is already full, Salzburg also has plenty to offer when it comes to vintage interiors and antiques. Several shops and events focus on furniture, household items and nostalgic finds. From small souvenirs to valuable antiques, there’s something for every budget.

1. Jetlag

Fans of vintage designer furniture should definitely visit Jetlag. Alongside eye-catching furniture and interior pieces, the shop also has a selection of vinyl records. Another highlight is the café inside, where you can sit down for a drink and stay a little longer.

• €€–€€€
• Opening hours: Vary; more information here
• Location: Herrengasse 28a, Salzburg

2. Zeitgeist

More vintage designer furniture can be found at Zeitgeist on Nonntaler Hauptstraße. If you discover a new favorite piece here, you can even have it shipped worldwide. That may come in handy, as the shop is full of designer chairs and decorative items that are hard to leave behind.

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• Opening hours: Vary; more information here
• Location: Nonntaler Hauptstraße 32a, Salzburg

3. The Bric O Brac

There’s very little you won’t find at Phillip Lyness’s vintage and retro shop. Curiosities, comics, CDs, vinyl records and clothing fill the shelves. Prices range from genuine bargains to more valuable pieces, making it a great place for a proper treasure hunt.

• €–€€
• Opening hours: Vary; more information here
• Location: Müllner Hauptstraße 12, Salzburg

4. Nostalgie Salzburg & Antik St. Rupert

At the end of Linzergasse, you’ll find two small but charming antique shops right next to each other. Nostalgie Salzburg has a broad selection, from tableware and old coins to jewelry and vinyl records. At Antik St. Rupert, jewelry is often displayed outside the shop and invites you to take a closer look. Inside, you’ll find antiques of all kinds. Prices vary in both shops depending on the value of the individual items. They’re also great places to look for a small and unusual souvenir from Salzburg.

Nostalgie Salzburg

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• Opening hours: Vary; more information here
• Location: Linzergasse 49

Antik St. Rupert

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• Opening hours: Vary; more information here
• Location: Linzergasse 51

5. ART&ANTIQUE Salzburg

If you enjoy art and antiques, the annual ART&ANTIQUE art fair in Salzburg is well worth a visit. Historical masterpieces and contemporary works are presented to collectors, art lovers and potential buyers. Thanks to its central location in the heart of the Old Town, a visit can easily be combined with sightseeing or the Salzburg Festival.

• €€€€
• Dates: Usually held in summer, in July or August
• Location: In the heart of the Old Town; the exact venue may vary
• More information here

6. Antiquitäten im Glasergewölbe

Katharina Baumgartner-Nedwed’s antique shop is also located right in the city center. Antiquitäten im Glasergewölbe is particularly interesting for anyone with a passion for antique silver. If you enjoy beautiful tableware and elegant pieces for the home, this is a great place to browse.

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• Opening hours: Vary; more information here
• Location: Goldgasse 16

The best flea markets in Salzburg

You love classic flea markets and bargain hunting? Then these regular Salzburg markets are well worth a visit.

1. Faberstraße Flohmarkt at Mirabellplatz

The Faberstraße Flohmarkt at Mirabellplatz has the relaxed, stylish feel of flea markets in cities like Berlin or Vienna. Expect beautiful old furniture, decorative items, books and vinyl records – with no junk in sight. The relaxed opening hours also leave time for breakfast beforehand.

• €–€€€
• Dates: Usually on the second Saturday of the month, in good weather
• Location: Faberstraße 4–10, behind St. Andrew’s Church
• More information and current dates here

2. Wabe Dauerflohmarkt

Wabe is a great option for flea market shopping in any weather. Every Friday, you can browse furniture, household items, clothing and other finds from house clearances – all indoors and at fair prices.

For a preview of what you might find, check Wabe’s Instagram the day before: the entertaining posts give you a first look at the latest items. Wabe also regularly hosts other events, from upcycling workshops to concerts.

• €–€€
• Dates: Every Friday; more information here and on Instagram at @wabe_salzburg
• Location: Kirchenstraße 43a
• Indoors: Open in any weather

3. Flea markets for serious treasure hunters

If you enjoy bargaining, there are two more regular flea markets outside the city center. It pays to get there early, as the best finds tend to disappear quickly. You’ll find everything from art to oddities – and with a little patience and luck, you may come away with a real treasure.

Sonntagsflohmarkt Liefering

• Location: Münchner Bundesstraße 116
• Dates: Every Sunday, in any weather (covered)

Sonntagsflohmarkt in Wals-Siezenheim

• Location: In good weather: Mielestraße 1 (Kleßheim), in bad weather: Gewerbehofstraße 5 (Transgourmet)
• Dates: Every Sunday, in any weather

Flea market events & special markets

In addition to its regular flea markets, Salzburg also hosts several recurring secondhand events throughout the year. Here are a few highlights to look out for.

1. Nacht-, Antik- und Trödelmarkt at Messezentrum Salzburg

Every autumn, the popular Nacht-, Antik- und Trödelmarkt takes place at Messezentrum Salzburg. The exhibition hall can be heated if necessary, making it a comfortable place to browse even on a cold evening.

• Dates: Every year in autumn at Messezentrum Salzburg, sometimes with an additional event at the beginning of the year
• See the Messezentrum Salzburg program here

2. Rockhouse Flohmarkt

Music and vinyl fans can browse for secondhand finds at the annual Rockhouse Flohmarkt. With a drink in hand, it’s a relaxed place to look through records, CDs and other music-related items. If you stay a little longer, you can often round off the evening with a concert afterwards – usually with free admission following the flea market.

• Date: Annually in summer, usually around mid-August
• See the Rockhouse program here

3. BeThrifty – Kilo Sale

BeThrifty is a large vintage event where clothing is sold by weight and which regularly comes to Salzburg. You can reserve one of the limited free tickets online in advance or pay a small admission fee at the door.

• Dates: Usually in spring and autumn at Messezentrum Salzburg
• More information here

4. AK/ÖGB Wintertauschbörse & Radtauschbörse

Two recurring events in Salzburg are the Wintertauschbörse in autumn and the Radtauschbörse in spring. Organized by the Arbeiterkammer and the Austrian Trade Union Federation, they’re a good place to find affordable sports equipment and give used items a second life.

• Dates: Usually in May (Radtauschbörse) and October (Wintertauschbörse)
• More information here

5. Lions Club Flohmarkt

Another annual fixture for secondhand fans is the Lions Club Flohmarkt. With a history stretching back more than 60 years, the event has become a real Salzburg tradition. It usually takes place in autumn.

• Date: Usually in October at Europark Salzburg

Tips for secondhand shopping in Salzburg

As you can see, Salzburg has a surprisingly varied secondhand scene. Shopping for secondhand and vintage pieces in the city center is especially enjoyable against the backdrop of Salzburg’s baroque UNESCO World Heritage Old Town – making a treasure hunt here even more special.

Here are a few practical tips for your shopping trip:

• Many secondhand shops, vintage stores and flea markets in the city center are only a few minutes’ walk from each other. If you have enough time, you can easily combine several stops with a walk through the city or a day of sightseeing.
• For an easy journey into the city, we recommend using public transportation or one of the Park & Ride facilities on the outskirts of Salzburg.
• Card payments are accepted at almost all vintage and secondhand shops. At flea markets, however, cash is usually the only option, so make sure you have some on hand.

FAQ

When does the Faberstraße Flohmarkt at Mirabellplatz take place?

The Faberstraße Flohmarkt takes place once a month on a Saturday in good weather, from April to October.

Where can I find vintage and secondhand fashion in Salzburg?

For exclusive vintage and secondhand designer fashion, Secondo and Abito Allora are good places to start. More affordable secondhand and vintage fashion can be found at Carla, Humana and TAO.

Are flea markets in Salzburg open when it rains?

The Faberstraße Flohmarkt in the Andräviertel does not take place in very bad weather. Wabe Salzburg’s indoor flea market and the Sunday flea markets in Liefering and Wals-Siezenheim are covered and open no matter the weather.

Can I pay by card at flea markets in Salzburg?

Most flea markets in Salzburg are cash only. If necessary, make sure to stop at an ATM before your visit.

Which flea market in Salzburg is most worthwhile for tourists?

Thanks to its central location and attractive setting, the Faberstraße Flohmarkt at Mirabellplatz is a particularly good choice for tourists. Its relaxed atmosphere is also reminiscent of the flea markets you might find in cities like Berlin or Vienna.