Saturday Weekly Market

The weekly market of Castelnuovo

In the heart of Valsugana, nestled among the mountains of Trentino-Alto Adige, the small town of Castelnuovo (in the province of Trento) brings its traditional weekly market to life every Saturday morning. A simple yet deeply rooted event in the town's life, it sets the rhythm of the week and brings together residents, producers, and visitors around the stalls.

Where and when

The market takes place in the Viale Venezia square, a paved space that was specifically reorganized in 2019 to comfortably accommodate exhibitors while freeing up nearby parking. The usual hours are from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, and it is active all year round, in every season. A mix of permanent vendors and rotating stallholders occupy the available spots, totaling about ten stalls.

What you will find

Despite the town's modest size, the selection is varied and focused on daily needs:

• Clothing and household goods;
• Seasonal plants and flowers;
• Fresh fruit and vegetables, often locally sourced;
• The famous spit-roasted chicken and other takeaway food products.

A village market in the lower Valsugana

The Saturday market in Castelnuovo perfectly captures the spirit of Valsugana's weekly markets: not large-scale tourist events, but small moments of social interaction and local commerce that keep the community vibrant. Strolling through the stalls is also a great opportunity to discover this village overlooking the Brenta river valley, with its parish church of San Leonardo and the ruins of the ancient castle that gives it its name. Those visiting Eastern Trentino can easily include a stop at the market in their itinerary, perhaps combining it with a visit to the wineries or the cycling routes of the Valsugana.