Chiusa, the Christmas Village

Explore the historic centre of Chiusa in the glow of candles and torches during Advent. The local theatre company performs the Nativity story and the night guard woman lights hundreds of candles - these and many more special events await you at the Christmas market of Chiusa. Hand-turned bowls, wonderfully carved nativity figures, cosy felt slippers and aromatic herbs products are only some inputs you could keep in mind for Christmas presents.

The Christmas market in the town of Chiusa, also known as "Chiusa's Christmas hamlet", takes place from Friday to Sunday at the Advent weekends. The first weekend is dedicated to a medieval reenactment with a parade. This event is followed by the Krampus and St. Nicholas parades and the reenactment of the search for an accommodation with a living nativity scene in Piazza Tinne, as well as performances of old professions. Many buildings, including the townhall, the St. Apostles church and the "Grauer Bär", the oldest house of the town date back to the Middle Ages and are therefore particularly suitable for a travel back in time.

The scent of sweet Krapfen, savoury "Apfelkiachln", roasted almonds, fresh bread and hot mulled wine with cinnamon and cloves fills the alleys. Chiusa is a truly fascinating town with its alleys and torches illuminating the wooden stalls. The event ends with a special closing ceremony on the 4th Advent Sunday: in the afternoon, the Christmas angle which flies from the Torre del Capitano (Schloss Branzoll) brings his Christmas wishes to the population.