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Advent & Christmas
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A Year of Precious Moments, 365 Days a Year

Perhaps it’s the white blanket covering towns and villages that makes Advent and the days before Christmas the quietest time of the year. These days are made even more magical by the sound of bells ringing — famously described in a well-known Christmas carol as especially sweet.

Especially impressive at this time of year is a morning visit to the parish church and its bell chamber, or an afternoon tour of the Zwölferturm Tower. The daily opening of the Advent window in the pedestrian zone at 4:30 pm creates a wonderfully festive atmosphere. Enjoy various performances, delicious treats, and Christmas shopping with the merchants of Vipiteno and at the market stalls. The torchlight hike on Monte Cavallo is crowned by a spectacular view over the town.

Christmas Market - Bell Lane
The sound of bells is especially sweet: the bells of all the churches in Vipiteno create a truly magical atmosphere. On several days, the “Via delle Campane” (Bell Alley) hosts a Christmas workshop and bell exhibition. Be sure not to miss the carillon at the Zwölferturm Tower with its 25 bells, ringing daily at 5 pm.
A couple is visiting the christmas market in Vipiteno
San Nicolò Parades
Likely rooted in the San Nicolò plays of the 15th and 16th centuries in the Tyrol region and spread by the miners from the surrounding mines, the San Nicolò parades are now a cherished tradition. On 5th December at 6 pm, Morosini, Krampus and San Nicolò roam the streets of the town centre, handing out small gifts to children. The Krampus ensure order — and sometimes sport a few blackened faces!
Children at a San Nicolò Parade
Christmas Fairytale
Young and old alike can look forward to homemade cookies, tea, and children’s punch when a Christmas fairytale is told in both Italian and German on 16th and 23rd December at Piazza Ibsen in Colle Isarco.
The christmas market in Vipiteno
Magical Discovery Journey
Guided by bright moonlight and equipped with a torch, embark on an adventurous journey under sparkling stars to discover the small alpine village of Stilves in Campo di Trens on 14th, 21st & 28th December and 4th January from 5:30 pm.
The torches are being lit
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