Maybe you don’t know that on Lake Garda Christmas is synonymous with markets, shopping, taste and atmosphere! And, you won’t believe it, but even Santa Claus lives here!
The magic of Christmas (with its markets that smell of mulled wine) invades every corner. In the city and in the mountain villages, the wooden houses and stalls filled with handicrafts immediately catapult into an unrivaled atmosphere.
In this article we present the Christmas markets on Lake Garda and surroundings edition 2022/23 .
Christmas Markets in Bolzano – from 25/11/2022 to 6/1/202 3
The scent is that of cinnamon and spices, mountain wood and homemade desserts, mulled wine and festively decorated fir trees. The colors are those of the perfectly decorated wooden houses and the thousand lights of the Christmas tree in the square. The sounds are the sweet notes of Christmas carols and the cheerful voices of children. The Bolzano Christmas Market is a feast for all the senses, which envelops, warms and transmits the truest and most profound value of Christmas. For young and old.
Opening hours:
26.11.2021 – 6.1.2022 every day 10: 00-19: 00
Opening hours
Monday – Thursday 11 am-7pm
Friday – Saturday – Sunday – holidays 10 am-7pm
Extraordinary hours
24.11.2022: 5 pm-7pm (opening at 5pm)
24.12.2022: 10 am-2pm
25.12.2022: closed
31.12.2022: 10 am-6pm
1.1.2023: 12 am-7pm
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Christmas markets in Trento – from 19/11/2022 to 8/1/2023
The event takes place in Trento in Piazza Fiera and Piazza Cesare Battisti. The Trento Christmas Market is open every day from 19 November 2022 to 8 January 2023 , excluding Christmas Day, at the following times:
Sunday to Thursday from 10.00 to 19.30;
Friday and Saturday from 10.00 to 20.30;
the market will be closed on Christmas day.
Complete program . Where to Eat and Where to sleep in Trento.
Christmas markets in Rovereto – from
Art and beauty. At Christmas the city of Rovereto will give you moments of joy, emotions, sounds and colors linked to the values that characterize the “City of Peace”: humanity, brotherhood and solidarity.
During the Christmas period, the streets of the city are filled with this magical atmosphere among lights, music and scents.
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Christmas Market at Castello di Avio from 26/11/2022 to 18/12/2022
Have you ever visited a Christmas market set in a medieval castle?
From 26 November to 18 December the Christmas market returns inside the walls of FAI – Castello di Avio ! After the success of past editions, the manor at the entrance to Trentino will host one of the most evocative markets in the region.
Experience Christmas in a truly magical place, warmed by food and wine, accompanied by the rhythm of music. Castellum Ava has hidden paths, puzzles to solve, stories and legends to tell in an atmosphere to be discovered.
Four weekends and an extraordinary opening on the day of the Immaculate Conception to enjoy the flavors and traditions of Christmas in Trentino and beyond: exhibitors from the area will animate the Palazzo Baronale and its large courtyard . In support of the traditional market there are also choral concerts, traveling shows, activities for children and guided tours of the halls of the manor.
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Christmas market in Ala city of velvet from 26/11/2022 to 24/12/2022
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Every day traveling shows, concerts in the palace, exhibitions and interesting visits in the light of lanterns with 18th century costumed guides, will delight the visitor.
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Christmas Markets Rango (TN) – 19th November – 30th December 202 2
Rango is one of the most beautiful villages in Italy. During the holiday period it becomes even more suggestive to walk through its streets and pass under the illuminated vaults. Markets opening hours: from 9:30 to 18:30 – free admission.
November 19 – December 30
Openings: November 19, 20, 26, 27 November
December 3, 4, 8, 9, 10, 11, 17, 18, 26, 29, 30 < / p>
Christmas markets in Arco (TN) on Lake Garda – from 18/11/2022 to 8/01/2023
A succession of initiatives that embody the spirit of Christmas. At the Arco Christmas Markets you will find a full-bodied program dedicated to all ages. The joy of Christmas day after day.
Complete program . Where to Eat and Where to sleep in Arco on Lake Garda.
Christmas in Riva del Garda “di Gusto in Gusto” – from 18/11/2022 to 08/02/2023
Christmas at Riva del Garda is colored with typical Trentino aromas and flavors with “Di Gusto in Gusto “, a path where you can discover, taste and buy the best local excellences pampered by an unmistakable and magical Christmas atmosphere.
An enchanted environment, which will make young and old dream in unison, perfect for celebrating the holidays in the family.
Complete program . Where to Eat and Where to sleep in Riva del Garda.
Christmas markets in Canale di Tenno (TN) – from 26/11/2022 to 18/12/202 3
The suggestive medieval village of Canale di Tenno appears even more magical . Because between the picturesque alleys that seem to climb the slopes of the mountains, the doors of the courtyards and the doors of the cellars open for a Christmas market of extraordinary beauty.
November 26th – December 18th
Openings: November 26th, 27th
December 3rd, 4th, 10th, 11th, 17th, 18th
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House of Santa Claus in Riva del Garda (TN) – from 27/11/2022 to 31/12/2023
Santa Claus and Natalina have decided to spend their holidays in the ancient Rocca and to leave browse the rooms of their home for all the children who want to meet them.
The Post Office, crammed with envelopes, stamps and packages, is the right place to write and post your letter.
After a stop in the bedroom and a trip to the wardrobe, the little ones can free their imagination with games and workshop chores ; and then, still open-mouthed, enjoy a delicious snack in the Court of Good Things and meet Santa Claus who delights them with her stories.
Complete program . Where to Eat and Where to sleep in Riva del Garda.
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Christmas Markets in Garda (VR) – from 22/11/2022 to 6/01/2023
The magic of Christmas on the shores of the lake, with the setting up of a “CHRISTMAS MARKET”, the display of typical Christmas and local products, the placement of a food and wine tent, the creation of a life-size nativity scene, representations theatrical performances, musical and choral performances, and other related activities, in favor of children, families and the elderly – on the Lungolago Regina Adelaide and along the streets of the historic center.
Flover Christmas Village in Bussolengo (VR) – from 5/11/2022 to 08/01/2023 – open every day from 9:00 to 19:30
The first Christmas village in Italy: an enchanted place where you can meet Santa Claus, light the sweetest tree there is and see the toys take shape. Where you can meet artisans, enjoy gastronomic delights and buy personalized decorations and compositions to give your home a special emotion. Free admission – compulsory green pass only for catering services. Complete program.
Christmas Market in Verona – from 12/11/2022 to 26/12/2023
From 12 November to 26 December 2021 , Piazza dei Signori hosts for the twelfth consecutive year, the characteristic wooden houses of the Christmas Markets in Verona in collaboration with the “Christkindlmarkt” of Nuremberg . From Sunday to Thursday: 10-21.30
Friday, Saturday / pre-holidays: 10-23
December 24th market closes at 5pm
December 25th market opens at 4pm.
On December 26th the market closes at 6pm. Where to Eat and Where to sleep on Lake Garda.
Christmas Markets in Mantua – from 19/11/2022 to 26/12/202 2
In the edition of the Christmas Markets at Mantova 2022, the usual track of ice-skating. A professional skating rink of 500 square meters of real ice, to have fun all together!
November 19th – December 26th – Piazza Virgiliana – Mantua
Dates and times of opening to the public:
19-20-26-27 November
03-04-07-08-09-10-11-17-18-24-25-26 December
Hours: Saturday – Sunday from 10:00 to 19:00
Openings and / or extraordinary hours:
Wednesday 7 – Thursday 8 – Friday 9 December 10:00 – 19:00
Sunday 25 December 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Monday 26 December 10:00 – 19:00
Complete program . Where to Eat and Where to sleep on Lake Garda.
Winter on Lake Garda is never too harsh and from late November to early January it will give you the charm of Christmas with its markets; and winter events will make the cold season an opportunity to experience great emotions.
In addition to the markets there are many events in December on Lake Garda, click here to discover them all!
