During winter Venice becomes a different city. The streets are emptied, the fog slowly spreads over the water and the pace slows down. But in the heart of San Marco, within walking distance of the most famous square in the world, there’s a place that stays alive, scented with chocolate and vanilla: Gelato Fantasy San Marco 929.
Once again this year, our gelato store will remain open all winter long, until January 6th 2026, continuing a tradition that is now part of its character: artisan gelato has no seasons.
A sweet winter in San Marco
Many people think gelato belongs only to summer. At Gelato Fantasy this is not the case. During the colder months, flavors change, fragrances vary, but the desire for something tasty remains. That’s why the San Marco 929 gelato store will continue welcoming Venetians as well as tourists with a great selection of flavors created specifically for winter.
This year there will be some important new arrivals, alongside our most loved classic flavors.
Specifically, the new Ferrero Rocher and chocolate mousse, two flavors designed to complement the coldest season with soft, creamy and enveloping notes.
Other seasonal flavors will make their appearance over the coming weeks, in order to offer a continuous variety and to keep the curiosity of our regular clients alive.
The new Ferrero Rocher: the flavor of winter
Among this season’s most awaited flavors Ferrero Rocher gelato stands out, inspired by the famous chocolate balls, but made following the artisan philosophy that sets Gelato Fantasy apart.
The base is a chocolate and hazelnut cream, enriched with dark chocolate and crunchy hazelnut nibs. The result is an intense but well-balanced flavor, the right combination of creaminess and crunch.
It’s much more than a chocolate gelato: it’s a tribute to winter patisserie, designed for those who love a thicker consistency and a roasted touch added by the Piedmontese hazelnuts.
Perfect on its own but, for those wanting to create richer combinations, it can also be paired with flavors such as cream, fiordilatte or chocolate mousse.
Chocolate mousse: creamy, light and irresistible
Another novelty that will set winter at Gelato Fantasy San Marco 929 apart is our chocolate mousse gelato. A flavor that revisits the French tradition but in gelato form.
Our recipe has been carefully adjusted to maintain the characteristic lightness of a mousse while still providing the depth of high quality dark chocolate.
It’s a simple favor but its structure is complex: creamy, smooth, but never excessive. It can be enjoyed in a cup, together with flavors such as hazelnut, whipped cream or Venetian cream.
In winter, many clients choose it as an afternoon treat or as an after-dinner dessert. A fresh but enveloping option, perfect also during the coldest days.
A gelato for each season
To be open throughout winter it’s an uncommon decision for a gelato store, but it’s part of Gelato Fantasy’s identity.
The San Marco 929 store will remain open even during the quieter moths, because, when done right, gelato is always delicious.
In winter our clients tend to prefer creamy bases, chocolate notes, light creams, so our fresh fruit selection is reduced. The outcome is a more intimate menu, consistent with the season, but always well assorted.
Among the flavors that will complement the season you will find:
- Ferrero Rocher, brand new;
- Chocolate mousse, intense and soft;
- Pure pistachio, a classic must-have;
- Hazelnut, roasted and creamy;
- Stracciatella, with dark chocolate chips;
- Venetian cream, with lemon zest and vanilla;
- Brownie, for those looking for a bolder and richer flavor.
Our flavors change from week to week, depending on the availability of ingredients and the creativity of our gelato makers. Such a dynamic approach allows us to always offer something new, without losing sight of the artisan quality that characterizes our brand. lcosa di nuovo, senza perdere di vista la qualità artigianale che contraddistingue il marchio.
San Marco in winter: a time to redescover Venice
People visiting San Marco between November and January discover a more peaceful city, more authentic. Without the summer crowds, architectural details, reflections over the lagoon and scents coming from the streets take, once again, central stage.
The location of the San Marco 929 gelato shop is perfect for those wanting to take a break while strolling around the square or looking at the store windows.
For many clients it’s a regular stop before or after visiting the Cathedral, or they choose to take a cup and enjoy it while heading towards Riva degli Schiavoni or Campo San Luca.
In winter, gelato can be savored differently: more slowly, maybe together with a coffee or while having a nice conversation. It’s a simple daily pleasure perfectly suited to the relaxed pace of the season.
The artisan quality remains the same
Each and every Gelato Fantasy flavor is made with the same care and attention: fresh ingredients, made daily and without industrial products.
We only produce small batches in order to guarantee their freshness and quality. In winter, we focus on achieving velvety consistencies and stronger flavors, ideal for lower temperatures.
Our chocolate base, for example, is made with cocoa and a a high quality dark chocolate topping; hazelnuts are roasted in situ and the cream is freshly whipped every day.
Every detail, from selecting the ingredients to balancing the sugars, is carefully researched to create a well-balanced and authentic gelato, without it being excessive.
Upcoming novelties
Besides the new Ferrero Rocher and chocolate mousse flavors, there are other upcoming surprises this winter.
Gelato Fantasy’s artisans are currently working on creating new winter recipes.
Each flavor is tested and perfected before entering our menu, so that our offer remains consistent with the brand’s philosophy: simplicity, quality and variety.
A sweet break during the holidays
To stay open until January 6th 2026 also means accompanying Venetians and tourists during the Christmas holidays. During these weeks, the San Marco 929 gelato store will be a reference point for those wanting to enjoy a sweet break among Christmas markets, fairy lights or while strolling the pier.
Our artisan gelato will go hand in hand with other seasonal proposals: warm wafers, fresh cream and special Christmas flavors.
Many regular clients take advantage of the winter period to go back unhurriedly to their favorite flavors, avoiding the summer queues. Others discover the pleasure of enjoying a winter gelato for the first time, maybe served alongside an espresso or a warm tea: a simple but perfect pairing nonetheless.
Where to find us
Gelato Fantasy – San Marco 929, Venice – A few feet away from St Mark’s Square.
Open every day, even in winter, until January 6th 2026.
Here you can find the new Ferrero Rocher and chocolate mousse flavors, as well as our classics that have been, for many years now, part of our story.
We are always keen to welcome those wanting to rediscover gelato in a different guise: calmer, cozier but always authentic.
Winter in Venice, gelato included
For many, the idea of enjoying a gelato in winter can seem unconventional. But those who are familiar with Gelato Fantasy know that seasons do not change the desire for a sweet treat.
In a quiet, wintery Venice, between a bridge and a narrow street, a cone or a cup become a little moment of pleasure, able to warm up even the coldest days.
Open until January 6th 2026, Gelato Fantasy San Marco 929 is awaiting everyone with new products, the same artisan quality and a simple request: to stop by, to savor and to remember that gelato has no season. to Fantasy San Marco 925 aspetta tutti con nuove proposte, la qualità artigianale di sempre e un invito semplice: fermarsi, gustare, e ricordarsi che il gelato non ha stagione.
