Christmas Markets in Val Sarentino
Just 30 minutes from Bolzano, in the heart of Val Sarentino, every Advent weekend comes alive with an event steeped in tradition, authenticity and warmth: the Sarentino Christmas Markets.
Here, among festively decorated wooden chalets, Christmas isn’t just a holiday—it’s a feeling to savour slowly, surrounded by genuine atmospheres and lovingly crafted products.
Flavours, scents and local traditions
The 20 or so wooden stalls, run by local artisans and farmers, offer:
- Handmade items, wooden utensils, Sarentino jackets and home goods
- Fragrant bouquets and pine oil, symbols of the valley
- Local delicacies such as Krapfen, Striezl (traditional fried bread) and freshly baked rye bread
Each stall is a small treasure chest of ancient knowledge, authentic flavours and passion for the land.
Joy for young and old
The programme is designed to delight the whole family:
- Horse-drawn carriage rides, like in a fairy tale
- Visits to the Rohrerhaus, a 13th-century farmhouse where history comes to life
- Live demonstrations of traditional woodcraft
- Living Nativity scenes and children’s performances
In Val Sarentino, Christmas is a time to be savoured slowly, surrounded by nature and traditions, far from the rush of everyday life.
Let yourself be wrapped in the magic of Advent—come to Val Sarentino and discover the most authentic and heartfelt side of Christmas in South Tyrol.