Verona Christmas Markets - Via Della Costa

The Verona Christmas Markets at Via Della Costa offer an enchanting festive experience in one of northern Italy's most romantic cities. Part of Verona's larger Christmas market network, this location features charming wooden stalls adorned with twinkling lights that create an intimate, village-like atmosphere. The market showcases a delightful blend of Italian and German Christmas traditions, reflecting Verona's partnership with Nuremberg. Visitors can explore artisan crafts including hand-blown glass ornaments, traditional wooden decorations, ceramics, and locally-made soaps. The food scene is exceptional, featuring Italian specialties like ricotta-filled fried donuts (Palle de Ricotta), wood-fired pizzas topped with potatoes and cheese, and the local Peara e Cotechino dish. German-inspired offerings include bratwurst, sausage with sauerkraut and potatoes, and pretzels. Warm up with steaming mulled wine (vin brulè) while browsing stalls selling everything from Christmas ornaments to artisan jewelry. The market operates from mid-November through December 26th, with extended hours on weekends. For the best experience, visit in the evening when the lights create a magical ambiance throughout the historic streets. Don't miss trying Verona's famous Pandoro cake, invented in the city in 1894, available at market stalls with chocolate or pistachio sauce.