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Discover the Christmas markets

To the most popular Christmas markets

Advent invites with Christmas markets on the beautifully decorated squares in the towns and villages. Enjoy the aroma of Christmas baking, regional delicacies and the unique atmosphere.

We recommend the following Christmas markets:

Bolzano Christmas market

from 22nd November 2018 to 6th January 2019

Bolzano Christmas market is the oldest Christmas market in South Tyrol. Since 1991 it has brought a wonderful Christmassy atmosphere to the capital of the Province. From 22nd November to 6th January the lovingly designed huts on the Piazza Walther invite visitors to shop: for hand-made Christmas decorations and hand-painted Christmas baubles, Advent wreaths, wood carvings and straw stars. Here, you find everything you need for your Christmas celebrations at home and are tempted to South Tyrolean delicacies.

Opening hours Bolzano Christmas market 2018 | Monday to Sunday: 10 am – 7 pm
24^th December: 10 am – 2 pm
25^th December: closed
31^st December: 10 am – 6 pm
1^st January: noon – 7 pm

More information
• Bolzano Christmas market (Italian/German)
• Accommodations in Bolzano

Merano Christmas Market

from 22nd November 2018 to 6th January 2019

In Merano the Christmas stalls are put up along the romantic Passeggiata Lungopassirio. Let the aroma of Lebkuchen ginger cakes and mulled wine, traditional handicrafts, South Tyrolean delicacies and fantastic gift ideas enchant you.

Arcades Christmas in Egna

The historic centre of Egna also wears its annual Christmas clothing. Far from the hustle and bustle the village with its arcades offers an idyllic and traditional Advent. On Saturdays from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm visitors can admire a living nativity scene. There are also many nativities on display in the various shop windows. Horse-drawn carriage rides through the village, music bands, a stall with hot drinks and stalls offering various foods complete the offer.

Opening hours of Christmas in the arcades of Egna:

14. + 15. + 16. december and 21. + 22. + 23. december from 10 am to 19 pm: „Noi.Markt“ – new marcet in the center of Egna with lighting and audio installation and the red house „Kami“.

Ice-skating rink in the Largo Municipio, on the big square in front oh the city hall; friday 14.12. from 15 pm until 21 pm; saturday 15.12. and sunday 16.12. from 10 am to 21 pm.

Living crib in the "Meister Konrad" passage on 15. + 16. december, 22. e 23. december, 25. december; always from 16 pm until 19 pm.

Christmas concert at the main square; sunday, 16.12.2018 from 17 pm.

Carriage-ride in the center: 14. + 15. + 16. december and 21. + 22. + 23. december, always from 15 pm until 18 pm.

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• Accommodations in Egna and surroundings

Christmas market Trento

from 24 November 2017 to 6 January 2019

There has been a Christmas market in Trento for over 20 years. On the exhibition ground and the Piazza Cesare Battisti 90 exhibitors offer handicrafts, Christmas tree decorations, gift ideas and delicacies. A highlight of the Christmas market is the culinary theme “I sapori del mercatino”, offering Trentino delicacies such as wine, sausages and cold meats, sweet treats, schnapps and more.

Trodena Mountain Advent

8th and 15th December 2019

Associations, music and custom groups as well as companies all come together at this time of year to enjoy the peaceful Christmas atmosphere in Trodena. An initiative that puts emphasis on a quiet and reflective Christmas time whilst enjoying some of South Tyrol’s oldest traditions.

Opening hours Trodena Mountain Advent
8^th December
from 5 pm concert in church with Christmas Songs

15th December
7 pm "Krampuslauf"

More information
• Trodena mountain Advent
• Accommodations in Trodena and surroundings

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