Viennese market office reveals price fraud in furniture stores!

Viennese market office reveals price fraud in furniture stores!

At the Vienna Naschmarkt, something exciting is happening: The market office is now looking for new standers! According to the Mein district, many applications have already been received before the official tender was even started. For eleven marketplaces, providers are sought by various products, including meat, fish, fruit and vegetables. Particularly noteworthy is the possibility of operating your own bakery, including a show bag with workshop kitchen. The application deadline ends on February 13, and those who receive the promise can be part of this legendary market for up to 20 years.

controls and price regulations

At the same time, the market office in Vienna has also become active to check compliance with the "Price Editing Act", which tightened in 2022. Alexander Hengl, spokesman for the market office, explained in an ORF Vienna report that many furniture stores do not adhere to the specifications. With 122 controls carried out, price crossing was found in about a third of the shops, with some of the reduced price higher than the previous sales price. Traders who violate the regulations could expect fines of up to 1,450 euros.

The market office also makes it clear that in terms of price reductions, both the current and the earliest price must be specified within the last 30 days. This serves to protect consumers from misleading prices. If you have any doubts about the price information, you should not be afraid to inquire or contact the market office, continues Hengl.