St. Veit Markt (St. Vitus Market)

The St. Veit Markt in Tartsch

The St. Veit Markt (St. Vitus Market) is one of the most characteristic annual markets in the Upper Vinschgau Valley. It takes place every June, coinciding with the feast of the patron saint St. Vitus (Sankt Veit, June 15th), in the small village of Tartsch and on the evocative Tartscher Bühel, the hill overlooking the Malles basin. We are in the municipality of Malles Venosta/Mals, in the Autonomous Province of Bolzano, in the heart of Trentino-Alto Adige.

A village market in the South Tyrolean tradition

The event captures the authentic spirit of South Tyrolean village festivals. At its heart is the farmers' market (Bauernmarkt), where local farm producers offer regional goods, seasonal fruits and vegetables, cheeses, bread, and Vinschgau specialties. Alongside the food market, handicraft stalls offer handmade items, colorful artisanal products, and traditional goods.

The "Vinschger Baurnkuchl" and the festivities

One of the most popular highlights is the Vinschger Baurnkuchl, the traditional Vinschgau farmhouse kitchen, where you can taste typical dishes prepared according to ancient local recipes. The day is enlivened by live music and a convivial atmosphere that invites you to linger over a glass of wine, a culinary specialty, and a chat with the locals.

An event for families and children

The St. Veit Markt is also designed with children in mind: there is a petting zoo (Streichelzoo), a children's entertainment program, and a small children's market. All the local associations ("alle Vereine des Ortes") collaborate to ensure the success of the event, reflecting the strong community spirit of this mountain hamlet.

The charm of the Tartscher Bühel

The setting is unparalleled: the Tartscher Bühel is a panoramic hill of great historical and natural value, a site of human settlement since prehistoric times and home to the small church of St. Vitus. From here, the view sweeps across the entire Malles basin and the mountains of the Upper Vinschgau, making a visit to the market a perfect opportunity to enjoy one of the most beautiful panoramas in the Vinschgau.