Altenmarkt

Altenmarkt is a German toponym meaning “old market” and is the name of several municipalities in Austria. The term reflects historical market rights granted in the medieval period and can appear alone or as part of a longer town name such as Altenmarkt im Pongau or Altenmarkt an der Triesting.

Altenmarkt im Pongau is a market town in the district of St. Johann im Pongau, in the state of Salzburg, Austria. It lies in the Pongau region of the Northern Alps and serves as a gateway to the Snow Space Salzburg ski area. The local economy combines tourism, services, and agriculture, and the town retains a historic center with traditional architecture and seasonal events.

Altenmarkt an der Triesting is a market town in the district of Baden, Lower Austria, Austria. It sits along the Triesting river, west of Vienna, within the Vienna metropolitan area. The municipality features a town center with churches and historic houses and is connected by regional roads and rail to surrounding communities. Its economy includes small businesses, craft trades, and commuters who work in nearby urban centers.

Other settlements in Austria and in German-speaking areas bear the Altenmarkt name, reflecting the common toponymic heritage. For precise identification, the municipality and district are typically specified, for example Altenmarkt im Pongau, Salzburg, or Altenmarkt an der Triesting, Lower Austria.