Traditions
A journey through time
Traditions
A journey through time
arfagnana and the Serchio Valley are territories rich in history, culture and ancient customs that have their origins in distant times, handed down from generation to generation. Popular traditions are not just memories of the past, but a reality still at the center of daily life that celebrates the deep bond between man and the land. The Garfagnana and the Serchio Valley await you with their authentic hospitality and their ancient culture to give you a world of unforgettable stories, sounds and flavors.
arfagnana and the Serchio Valley are territories rich in history, culture and ancient customs that have their origins in distant times, handed down from generation to generation. Popular traditions are not just memories of the past, but a reality still at the center of daily life that celebrates the deep bond between man and the land. The Garfagnana and the Serchio Valley await you with their authentic hospitality and their ancient culture to give you a world of unforgettable stories, sounds and flavors.
Festivals and Fairs
Festivals and fairs are an essential element of local folklore. Throughout the year, each village in Garfagnana and the Serchio Valley celebrates its identity through unique events, ranging from historical re-enactments to craft markets, from religious processions to traditional cooking competitions. These occasions are not just moments of celebration, but also opportunities to immerse yourself in the local culture and taste the typical products of the area, such as spelt, porcini mushrooms, and the famous chestnut bread.
A Tribute to the origins
Festival and Fairs
Festivals and fairs are an essential element of local folklore. Throughout the year, each village in Garfagnana and the Serchio Valley celebrates its identity through unique events, ranging from historical re-enactments to craft markets, from religious processions to traditional cooking competitions. These occasions are not just moments of celebration, but also opportunities to immerse yourself in the local culture and taste the typical products of the area, such as spelt, porcini mushrooms, and the famous chestnut bread.
The Soul of Folklore
Music and Dance
Traditional music and dance are the beating heart of the folklore of Garfagnana and the Serchio Valley. The ancient melodies, played with instruments accompanying the popular dances that involve the entire community. Taking part in one of these events means living an authentic experience, where the past and present merge into a single harmony.
Music and Dance
Traditional music and dance are the beating heart of the folklore of Garfagnana and the Serchio Valley. The ancient melodies, played with instruments accompanying the popular dances that involve the entire community. Taking part in one of these events means living an authentic experience, where the past and present merge into a single harmony.
Handicraft
Hands that carve, engrave, create, and pass down the memories of knowledge and ancient crafts over time. Craftsmanship is another expression of the rich cultural heritage of this region. Local artisans continue to work with passion on materials such as wood, iron, ceramics, and plaster, creating works that reflect the beauty and authenticity of Garfagnana and the Serchio Valley. Visiting the artisan workshops is like entering a world where manual skills and creativity have been handed down for centuries. Visiting the ancient Ferriera Galgani in Convalle di Pescaglia is like taking a leap back in time of 500 years
Tradition and Mastery
Handicraft
Hands that carve, engrave, create, and pass down the memories of knowledge and ancient crafts over time. Craftsmanship is another expression of the rich cultural heritage of this region. Local artisans continue to work with passion on materials such as wood, iron, ceramics, and plaster, creating works that reflect the beauty and authenticity of Garfagnana and the Serchio Valley. Visiting the artisan workshops is like entering a world where manual skills and creativity have been handed down for centuries. Visiting the ancient Ferriera Galgani in Convalle di Pescaglia is like taking a leap back in time of 500 years
A journey into myth
Legends, magical rites and fantastic worlds
Exploring Garfagnana and the Serchio Valley means immersing yourself in a world of legends and myths that enrich the collective imagination of these lands. Every corner hides a story, every path leads to a place where time seems to have stopped, and where the boundary between reality and fantasy becomes thin. Here lives the Befana, devils build bridges, and gods transform men into mountains. Come and discover these ancient tales, to experience the magic of a land that inspired Ludovico Ariosto’s Orlando Furioso and, it seems, some cantos of Dante’s Inferno.
Legends, magical rites and fantastic worlds
Exploring Garfagnana and the Serchio Valley means immersing yourself in a world of legends and myths that enrich the collective imagination of these lands. Every corner hides a story, every path leads to a place where time seems to have stopped, and where the boundary between reality and fantasy becomes thin. Here lives the Befana, devils build bridges, and gods transform men into mountains. Come and discover these ancient tales, to experience the magic of a land that inspired Ludovico Ariosto’s Orlando Furioso and, it seems, some cantos of Dante’s Inferno.
