Year after year: The most beautiful Christmas markets

Every year at the end of November: Towns and villages all over the country get dressed up for you. In addition to the five original South Tyrolean Christmas markets in the five towns of Sterzing, Bruneck, Brixen, Bolzano, and Meran, there are many other small Christmas markets where you can experience the magic of Christmas with children.

Christmas markets in South Tyrol – simply magical

In Meran you can eat in a giant Christmas bauble, in Brixen you can admire the spectacular light show in the Hofburg, in Bruneck you can stroll through the nativity scene, in Sterzing you can soak up the flair of times long past, and in Bolzano you can watch the Christmas world from above on the Ferris wheel. But South Tyrol also has very special Christmas markets outside the big town. We at the Familienhotels Südtirol have a few insider tips for you.

During Advent St. Christina transforms into a "Magic Town". Magic Jokki takes your children into his magic world while you enjoy the Christmas flair. You can also admire the largest nativity scene in the world in St. Christina.

St. Ulrich, the Christmas Village, is characterised by cosy huts made of loden. Look forward to an idyllic atmosphere with a dash of glitz and glamour.

Experience “Nadel da Mont“, the mountain Christmas in Wolkenstein, with an original wooden cable car, artistic snow figures, and an exhibition of historical winter photos.

Christmas stollen, traditional doughnuts, tea from the herb witch – on the Kastelruth Christmas market, the locals reveal many a well-kept secret on the Advent weekends.

A unique Christmas atmosphere reigns on the Advent weekends around Lake Carezza. The ice sculptures, the large wood-burning stoves to keep warm, the life-size nativity scene, and the lantern parades will enchant you.

You will encounter old traditions and lived customs at the Christmas market in Innichen. Here in the picturesque village centre, original handicraft products and culinary delicacies await you.

A large nativity scene, a petting zoo, exciting fairy tales in front of the campfire, indulgent culinary specialities, and much more are offered at the Tearna Advent in Terenten.

During the medieval Christmas in the historic centre of Klausen, you can immerse yourself in times long past on the Advent weekends. Jugglers, fire-breathers, and choirs perform in the light of torches and candles.

At the farmer’s Advent in Schenna you will experience old Christmas traditions in the historical cellars and alleys. Children love the petting zoo, while adults cannot get enough of the culinary delights.

The Tyrolean Castle Advent takes place in a unique ambience. Within the old walls of Tirol Castle there are various stands, musical performances, and a petting zoo for the little ones.

Glittering lights and Christmas magic await you at the atmospheric LichterWeihnacht in St. Michael/Eppan. The varied children’s programme will make children's eyes sparkle.

Unique: the "Rittner Christbahnl", the very special Christmas market in Oberbozen and Klobenstein on Ritten with concerts, delicacies, and a colourful supporting programme that will delight you.

Lights, scents, and sounds await you at the Glurns Advent. Enjoy the enchanting Christmassy world far away from the hustle and bustle of the big crowds. The homely Christmas market usually takes place on the weekend around 8 December.