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A view of Piazza Walther from above on a winter's evening, where the Christmas markets occupy the square and crowds of shoppers are intent on shopping. Against a backdrop of lights, in the foreground a child eats a sweet in a Christmas atmosphere.Winter landscape on a sunny afternoon in Bolzano where the vineyards and villages are covered in snow.Bolzano on a Christmas evening with a star-shaped luminary on the Waltherplatz and buildings lit up according to the festivity.A couple of friends walking along the streets of Bolzano on a winter evening.

Winter

Winter

In the squares and on the streets, you can breathe an atmosphere of warmth, feeling the true and deep value of Christmas. It’s an enchantment made of tradition, inviting the curious to cross the threshold of local customs and experience a magical moment.

The mountains surrounding the city are covered in snow, and nature lovers will not miss the opportunity to go snowshoeing in the woods, skiing, or having fun tobogganing!

Not to be missed in Bolzano in winter:

Christmas Market

The scent of cinnamon and spices, mountain wood, homemade cakes, mulled wine, and festively decorated fir trees fills the air.

The light shines from the wooden houses, all tidy and decorated, and from the Christmas tree, glowing in the eyes of children.

Sweet notes of Christmas carols and cheerful harmony waft through the air.

Tastes reminiscent of Zelten with candied fruit, apple strudel, and homemade biscuits.

Warmth in the hands of boiled wool, loden, decorated candles, and a steaming cup shared with friends.

The Christmas Market is the most eagerly awaited event of the year. It opens on Thursday, 27 November 2025, at 5 p.m., and will remain open until 6 January 2026.

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Winter Sports

Obereggen

Aim high! Toward the mountain huts, the summit cross, and the start of the slopes. Look out over the horizon, beyond the sharp ridges, and down into the valley. Listen to the call of nature in the Dolomites while skiing on fresh snow. Enjoy tobogganing, cross-country skiing, or snowboarding! Between one adventure and another, stop to admire the landscape, reflect on your journey, and refresh yourself in a mountain hut. Because on the alpine pastures and in the mountain huts of Obereggen in Val d'Ega, you feel like you're one step away from heaven! The Latemar never ceases to offer new adventures.

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Obereggen 4C

Rittner Horn

A wonderful landscape of endless snow-covered spaces.

A dream come true for families, recreationalists, and sports enthusiasts! Nature lovers can enjoy the magic of the winter landscape on snowshoes or cross-country skis through deep snow, tobogganing, or ice skating on lakes and rinks.

For warmth, numerous alpine huts await you, offering a cozy, family-friendly atmosphere where you can enjoy delicious local dishes.

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San Genesio Jenesien

Jenesien in South Tyrol is located on a sunny plateau not far from Bolzano. Its location offers immersion in nature throughout the year, providing fantastic adventures for both young and old.

https://www.san-genesio.it/en/jenesien.html

The Places of Love

Bolzano celebrates Valentine’s Day with three different experiences focused on movement, taste, and the discovery of hidden spots.

Reservations can be made until 12:00 PM on Thursday, February 13, 2025: Tel: 0471 307000 - E-mail: info@bolzano-bozen.it

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