Kastelruther Bergweihnacht (Christmas Market)

A Christmas market in the heart of the Dolomites

The Kastelruther Bergweihnacht is the Christmas market (Weihnachtsmarkt) of the municipality of Castelrotto/Kastelruth, one of the most picturesque villages in South Tyrol, located on the Sciliar Plateau at the foot of the Dolomites, in the province of Bolzano and the Trentino-Alto Adige region. Every year during Advent, the town's historic square (the Dorfplatz) transforms into an intimate Christmas village, open on weekends and public holidays.

Tradition, craftsmanship, and intimacy

Unlike large city markets, the Bergweihnacht in Castelrotto focuses on an intimate and traditional atmosphere: here, you will find neither stress nor frenzy, but rather a climate of warmth and reflection. Local farmers, hoteliers, and artisans open their stalls, showcasing handmade products.

• Hand-knitted sweaters, jackets, and socks
• Wooden sculptures and figurines for nativity scenes
• Candles, crochet work, and felt products
• Demonstrations of ancient crafts and workshops for children

South Tyrolean culinary specialties

The market is also an opportunity to discover the flavors of the South Tyrolean winter. Among the stalls, you can enjoy hot mulled wine, tea, the typical South Tyrolean Zelten, gingerbread, and above all the famous Kastelruther Krapfen, the traditional local pastries filled with dried pears, plum jam, cinnamon, or chestnut cream.

Music, choirs, and the Kastelruther Spatzen

The entertainment program accompanies the opening days with performances by brass bands, horn players, choirs, and singers, as well as moments dedicated to children with activities, workshops, and the Santa Claus parade. The most anticipated event is the Christmas concert by the Kastelruther Spatzen, the famous folk music group originally from Castelrotto, which every year hosts an evening of Christmas carols at the Telfen tennis center.

Why visit

The Kastelruther Bergweihnacht is the ideal destination for those seeking an authentic, village-scale Christmas market immersed in the alpine landscape of the Sciliar. An experience that combines tradition, local craftsmanship, and the warm hospitality of the South Tyrolean mountain people.