Verona Christmas Markets - Ponte di Castelvecchio

The Verona Christmas Market at Ponte di Castelvecchio transforms one of the city's most iconic medieval bridges into a festive wonderland during the holiday season. This historic 14th-century fortified bridge, spanning the Adige River, provides a stunning backdrop for market stalls selling artisan crafts, local delicacies, and traditional Christmas goods. The bridge location is part of Verona's larger Christmas market network that spreads throughout the historic center, creating an intimate and romantic atmosphere that sets it apart from larger European markets. Visitors can browse stands offering everything from handmade wooden ornaments and ceramics to local cheeses, salami, and traditional Italian Christmas treats. The market specializes in artisan products that reflect both Italian traditions and influences from Verona's partner city of Nuremberg, Germany. Food stalls serve hearty fare including sausages with sauerkraut and potatoes, wood-fired pizzas topped with potatoes or ham, and the famous Palle de Ricotta—fried ricotta donuts covered in chocolate. Warm up with steaming mulled wine (vin brulè) while taking in views of the Adige River and medieval architecture. The bridge is beautifully illuminated in the evening, making it especially magical to visit after dark. Best experienced as part of a walking tour through Verona's multiple Christmas market locations, the Ponte di Castelvecchio market offers a more intimate alternative to the larger central piazzas while maintaining authentic Italian Christmas charm.