The Sterzing Farmers' Market: South Tyrolean Flavor You Can Touch
Anyone holidaying in Ratschings doesn't have to travel far for authentic South Tyrolean flavor: just about 12 kilometers away, Sterzing's main square turns into a lively farmers' market every Friday, where locals and guests have been meeting for their weekly shop for well over a decade.
A Market With a Long Tradition
From April through the end of October, farmers from the Sterzing area sell their quality products right on the historic town square every Friday. The farmers' market has long since become more than just a place to shop — it's a fixed meeting point where people happily stop for a glass of wine and a chat.
What You'll Find at the Market
The selection is as varied as South Tyrolean agriculture itself: traditional speck (bacon) and kaminwurzen sausages, fresh and smoked trout, cheese and yogurt specialties, homemade bread, organic wines, herbs, honey, and eggs, homemade juices and fresh vegetables
Our tip: don't miss the delicious krapfen and tirtler made by the Wipptal farmwomen — a real insider favorite among market regulars.
The Perfect Outing During Your Ratschings Holiday
The farmers' market pairs beautifully with a city trip to Sterzing — for example, as a relaxed morning outing before an afternoon hike or bike tour. Guests traveling with the ActiveCard can reach Sterzing conveniently by public transport. The farmers' market vividly shows where the South Tyrolean delicacies actually come from. Buying directly from the producers means not just fresh goods, but the stories behind them too — from the alpine pasture to the cheese kitchen.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Sterzing Farmers' Market
Every Friday, from April to the end of October, on Sterzing's main square.
Speck, kaminwurzen, trout, cheese, yogurt, bread, organic wines, herbs, honey, eggs, juices, and fresh vegetables.
Only about 12 kilometers — ideal for a morning or afternoon outing.
Yes, the krapfen and tirtler made by the Wipptal farmwomen are a popular tip among market visitors.
Yes, Sterzing is well connected by public transport, which can be used free of charge with the ActiveCard.