In addition to the 5 Original South Tyrolean Christmas Markets in Bolzano, Merano, Bressanone, Brunico, and Vipiteno, numerous villages also host smaller markets and Advent events. They create a more contemplative atmosphere, and each one has its own individual charm. Most take place on the Advent weekends, while some are held on selected dates such as St. Nicholas' Day (December 6) or the Feast of the Immaculate Conception (December 8). Here is a selection:

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Christmas Markets in Val Venosta:

• Glorenza Advent Market: Within the town walls of Glorenza in the Val Venosta valley, the smallest town in South Tyrol, the "Glorenza Advent" (Glurnser Advent) takes place on the weekend of December 8 under the motto "Light, Scents, Sounds". For more than two decades, this small market under the arcades of Glorenza has attracted numerous visitors every year.

• Christmas Market in Silandro: For 15 years, the streets in the pedestrian zone of Silandro have been transformed into a sparkling Christmas village. On December 13 and 14, local producers, artisans and amateur artists offer their goods. Highlights include the "Spielvolk" entertainers, storytelling on the "Damml" and a Christmas picture scavenger hunt.

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Christmas Markets in the Merano area:

• "Christmas in Val Passiria": The Passiria Valley provides four Advent experiences: "Advent in Rifiano-Caines" on three selected days, "Mårtiner Sternstundn" in San Martino on December 7, "Liechtr'Zeit" in San Leonardo at the weekends between late November and late December, and "Advent in Moso" on the Sundays of Advent and on December 25. Highlights include Christmas tree throwing, a karaoke show and the traditional "Advents-Huangort".

• Christmas Market in Lagundo: In the church square, two food and drink stalls and 16 sales stands entice visitors with gift ideas, drinks, traditional treats and Christmas biscuits. The market takes place on weekends from the end of November to the beginning of January and includes a show kitchen and a large gingerbread house.

• "The Magic of Advent in Parcines": Over 20 stalls await you on November 30 in the festively lit church square, including Advent craft activities for children in the afternoon. A special highlight is the traditional St. Nicholas and Krampus parade the following week.

• "Sterntaler Christmas Market" in Lana di Sopra: There are 22 lovingly decorated stalls at the Capuchin Garden. From the end of November to the end of December, you can expect to find a family of sheep, pony rides, a puppet theatre and the "Sterntaler" (Star Money) bakery.

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Christmas Markets in the Alpe di Siusi area:

• "Christkindl wortn" in Fiè allo Sciliar: Two Christmas Markets await at the foot of the Sciliar. In addition to the popular Castelrotto Mountain Christmas called "Kastelruther Bergweihnacht", also Fié allo Sciliar has its own Advent experience. A majestic Christmas tree, Christmas lights and pretty market huts shorten the wait for the Christ Child, "Christkindl wortn" in dialect. On Saturdays and other selected days in December, various music groups provide entertainment, including Voci.ssimo, "Schlernblech" and "Klangfarben".

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Christmas Markets in Bolzano and its surroundings:

• "Renon Christmas Train": A special Christmas Market awaits you along the route of the Renon Railway. The large crowds at the valley station of the Renon Cable Car in Bolzano are a testament to its popularity. On the Advent weekends from Friday to Sunday, there are products made from Swiss stone pine, lama treks and a nativity scene exhibition, spread across three locations: the station square in Soprabolzano, the village centre of Collalbo, and the Plattner Farm. The Renon Railway runs between the locations every half hour.

• Advent Magic in San Genesio: The village of San Genesio Atesino enchants its visitors on November 29. To get into the Advent spirit, there are stalls with mulled wine and tea, culinary delicacies, Christmas decorations, natural cosmetics and homemade crafts.

• Christmas in Caldaro: The "Kofferglück im Advent" (literally: Suitcase happiness in Advent) pop-up market on December 7 in Caldaro village is complemented by a tasting of rare wines at the winecenter, an enchanted forest with readings, the "Model Railway in Motion" exhibition and the popular Krampus run by the "Rostnboch Tuifl" through the village centre.

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Christmas Markets in Val Pusteria:

• "Marcé da Nadé - Corvara Christmas Market": In the town square you will find crafts and a life-size nativity scene by the sculptor Leo Moroder, as well as gifts, fabric accessories, cosmetic products, toys, jams and decorations. Part of the proceeds from the sale of mulled wine will be donated to Aiüt Alpin Dolomites. The market is open on the second and third Advent weekends, and every day from December 19, 2025, to January 6, 2026.

• "Nadé te plaza - The Christmas Village" in San Cassiano: A small but charming Christmas village opens around the pavilion in the centre of San Cassiano in Alta Badia every Saturday from December 6, 2025, to the 3rd of January 2026. The traditional "Üties", as the huts are called in Ladin, offer local specialities and handmade products.

• "Christmas in the Park" in the recreation park of Rasun di Sotto: Against the backdrop of the snow-covered Vedrette di Ries Group, a small Christmas Market with music takes place on the weekends in December. St. Nicholas and the Krampus figures also pay a visit to the "Christmas in the Park" market. The scent of hot chestnuts, mulling spices and other regional delicacies accompanies the pleasant atmosphere at the entrance to the Valle di Anterselva.

• "Christmas in the Dolomites" in San Candido: In the alleyways of San Candido, a market featuring local crafts, specialities, tradition and natural products awaits you on weekends from the end of November to the beginning of January (daily during the Christmas holidays).

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