Christmas Market in Bolzano

The Bolzano Christmas Market is an experience that involves all the senses: the enveloping scents of Christmas spices and mulled wine, the decorated wooden huts and the twinkling festive lights make for a magical atmosphere. The city comes alive with traditional music and joyful voices accompanying every step.

The Christmas market stretches from Walther Square to the Christmas Park near the cathedral, where you can discover handicrafts and unique pieces with authentic charm.

For this edition, the craftsmen's huts are also located along Via Isarco, creating an atmospheric route that leads to the Capuchin Park.

Every corner of the city exudes warmth and welcome, giving unforgettable emotions to those who decide to immerse themselves in this festive atmosphere.

Opening Hours

Stalls (crafts & gifts)

Valid from 27 November 2026 to 6 January 2027 (excluding 25 December)

• Mon–Sun: 10:00 am–7:00 pm

Exceptions & Public Holidays

Food & Drink

Opening event: 26 November 2026, 5:00 pm–10:30 pm

Until 23 December 2026

• Mon–Wed: 10:00 am–10:00 pm
• Thu–Sat: 10:00 am–11:00 pm
• Sun: 11:00 am–10:00 pm
• 08.12.2026: 10:00 am–10:00 pm
• 24.12.2026: 10:00 am–4:00 pm
• 25.12.2026: Closed
• 26.12.2026: 10:00 am–9:00 pm

From 27 December 2026 to 6 January 2027

• Mon–Sun: 10:00 am–9:00 pm
• 31.12.2026: 10:00 am–6:00 pm
• 01.01.2027: 11:00 am–9:00 pm
• 06.01.2027: 10:00 am–7:00 pm

Getting There

By Train

The most convenient and sustainable way to reach the Bolzano Christmas Market is by train. The railway station is just a 2-minute walk from Piazza Walther.

By Car

Bolzano is easily accessible via the A22 Brenner Motorway. Follow the signs to the recommended parking areas and take advantage of local bus and train connections to the city centre.

Recommended Exits

• From the South: A22 Bolzano South exit → “Fiera Bolzano” car park (approx. 800 spaces). Connections by SASA buses or train (6 minutes to Bolzano Station).
• From the North: A22 Bolzano North exit → “Bolzano Centro” car park (Via Mayr Nusser, 1,200 spaces, 5 minutes on foot from Piazza Walther).

Free Shuttle Bus Fiera – City Centre

Available on selected weekends in December.

By Motorhome

During the Christmas Market, Bolzano welcomes motorhomes with dedicated parking areas and campsites. These options allow you to stay close to the city centre and reach the market within minutes.

Campsites

Camping Moosbauer★★★★

Via San Maurizio 83 (entrance from Via Merano)
Tel. +39 0471 918492 · moosbauer.com

Services:

• Waste-water disposal
• Electrical hook-up (extra charge)

Motorhome Parking Areas (parking only, no camping)

• Agrifa Parking Area – Via Maso della Pieve, opposite the cemetery · approx. 150 spaces
  Services: waste-water disposal · 4 km from the centre (bus lines 110/10A/10B)
• Via Einstein Parking Area (Frischin) – approx. 350 spaces (seasonal availability)
• Via Sarentino Parking Area – near the San Genesio cable car station · 2.5 km from the centre
  Bus connections: lines 12, 14 (Sundays and public holidays), and 150

By Bus

Bolzano is connected to many Italian and European cities through direct bus routes and organised coach tours.

FlixBus serves numerous destinations. The stop is located in Bolzano South, from where the historic centre can be reached in 6 minutes by train or local SASA buses.

For organised coach tours:

• From the south: A22 Bolzano South exit → Bolzano Centro parking area (Via Mayr Nusser).
• From the north: A22 Bolzano North exit → Bolzano Centro parking area.

Where to Park

Car Parks

• Fiera Bolzano – weekdays 7:30 am–8:30 pm: first 2 hours free, then €0.50/hour. Saturdays and Sundays in December are free, except on 6–8 December, when a flat rate of €5/day applies.
• Via Maso della Pieve – main cemetery entrance: 90-minute parking disc; former motor vehicle office area: 24-hour parking disc.
• Bolzano South – near the A22 toll booth, with taxi and public transport connections to the city centre.

Real-time parking availability: Bolzano Parking (electronic signs and online portal).

Coach Parking

• ROLA – Tourist Parking – Via del Macello
  Mon–Fri: 9:30 am–6:00 pm
  Sat–Sun: 8:30 am–6:30 pm
  (paid parking for coaches)

Motorhome Parking Areas

• Agrifa – Via Maso della Pieve (opposite the cemetery) · approx. 150 spaces · waste-water disposal · 4 km from the centre (bus lines 110/10A/10B).
• Via Einstein (Frischin) – approx. 350 spaces (seasonal availability).
• Via Sarentino – San Genesio cable car station · 2.5 km from the centre (bus lines 12, 14 on Sundays and public holidays, and 150).
• Camping Moosbauer★★★★ – full facilities (waste-water disposal and electricity).

For further information:
Tourist Board
Via Alto Adige, 60
Wheat Square, 11
I-39100 Bolzano (BZ)
tel. +39 0471 307000
info@bolzano-bozen.it