Verona Christmas Markets - Piazza dei Signori

The Verona Christmas Market at Piazza dei Signori transforms one of the city's most beautiful historic squares into a magical winter wonderland. Set in the heart of Verona's UNESCO-recognized historic center, this intimate market captures the charm of traditional German Christmas markets while celebrating Italian festive traditions. The market features over 100 wooden chalets spread across Piazza dei Signori, Cortile Mercato Vecchio, and Cortile del Tribunale, creating a cozy village atmosphere beneath twinkling lights and festive decorations. Visitors can browse handcrafted ornaments, wooden toys, artisan ceramics, and local crafts while enjoying the enchanting medieval architecture surrounding the square. The food offerings blend Italian and German traditions, from sausage and potatoes with sauerkraut to local specialties like Peara e Cotechino and fried ricotta donuts. The market's connection to Verona's partner city Nuremberg brings authentic German Christmas market elements including bratwurst, pretzels, and steaming mugs of mulled wine. The romantic setting, combined with the city's famous association with Romeo and Juliet, makes this market particularly special for couples. Visit in the evening when the lights illuminate the historic buildings and the festive atmosphere reaches its peak.