Austrians were enjoying a last day out in coffeehouses and at Christmas markets on Sunday before the government imposes a nationwide lockdown to combat a growing fourth wave of coronavirus infections, AP reports.

The measures, which take effect on Monday and are expected to last for a maximum of 20 days but will be reevaluated after 10, require people to stay home apart from basic reasons like getting groceries, going to the doctor and exercising.

Restaurants and most shops will close, and larger events will be canceled. Schools and nurseries will remain open, but parents are encouraged to keep their children at home.

Chancellor Alexander Schallenberg also announced on Friday that Austria will introduce a vaccine mandate as of Feb 1.