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Christmas Craftspeople

The Scent of the Forest: Building a Little Hut

starting from 10
Activity time 1 hour
Participants min. 2 - max. 10
06 December 2026
4:30 - 5:30 pm
WHAT TO EXPECT / WHAT WE WILL DO

Create the figurines for your own nativity scene, piece by piece, and then paint them following traditional techniques. Guided by a craftsman, you'll bring a unique Nativity scene to life, shaped by your imagination. At the end of the experience, you'll take home your own nativity scene as a keepsake and a reminder of a special moment immersed in the magic of Christmas.

GOOD TO KNOW

No artistic skills are needed for these activities, just plenty of creativity and a passion for Christmas!

WHO WE ARE

Ossana, the Village of a Thousand Nativity Scenes, is a long-standing Christmas tradition in Val di Sole. More than 1,600 handmade nativity scenes, created by the inhabitants of Ossana and craftspeople from all over Italy, await you. To fully immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere, you can also create your very own personalised nativity scene.

Experience Info

  • Rainy day activity
  • Family-friendly
  • Half-day activity Half-day activity
Purchase experience
  • relaxed relaxed

3 reason why

this experience is worth it

1
Bring your own Nativity scene to life – Create the figurines for your nativity scene piece by piece and paint them following traditional techniques. With your own hands and a little imagination, you'll bring a truly unique Nativity scene to life.
2
Discover the joy of creating – Follow the guidance of an experienced craftsman and try your hand at a creative activity that's suitable for everyone. No artistic skills are needed, just creativity and a willingness to experiment!
3
Take home a special keepsake – Immerse yourself in the magic of Ossana, the Village of a Thousand Nativity Scenes, and become part of its Christmas tradition. The nativity scene you create will be a handmade memory to treasure for years to come.

Val di Sole Tourism Board

Purchase experience

Experience Info

  • Rainy day activity
  • Family-friendly
  • Half-day activity Half-day activity

Calendar

20.12.2026 - 27.12.2026 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Each sunday

Where

Ossana - Castello San Michele di Ossana

Map

Experience Info

All the info you need

Price

€10.00 per person taking part in the nativity scene workshop (excluding accompanying persons)

€10.00 per person taking part in the nativity scene workshop (excluding accompanying persons)

Activity time

1 hour 

1 hour 

number of participants

Minimum 2 participants, maximum 10

Minimum 2 participants, maximum 10

Register before

Book online or at the information offices in the valley the day before by 6pm

Book online or at the information offices in the valley the day before by 6pm

Languages spoken

Italian, English
Italian, English
WHAT TO EXPECT / WHAT WE WILL DO

Create the figurines for your own nativity scene, piece by piece, and then paint them following traditional techniques. Guided by a craftsman, you'll bring a unique Nativity scene to life, shaped by your imagination. At the end of the experience, you'll take home your own nativity scene as a keepsake and a reminder of a special moment immersed in the magic of Christmas.

GOOD TO KNOW

No artistic skills are needed for these activities, just plenty of creativity and a passion for Christmas!

WHO WE ARE

Ossana, the Village of a Thousand Nativity Scenes, is a long-standing Christmas tradition in Val di Sole. More than 1,600 handmade nativity scenes, created by the inhabitants of Ossana and craftspeople from all over Italy, await you. To fully immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere, you can also create your very own personalised nativity scene.

Mercatini - presepi Ossana  | © Archivio APT Val di Sole - Ph Giacomo Podetti
Mercatini - presepi Ossana  | © Archivio APT Val di Sole - Ph Giacomo Podetti
Mercatini - presepi Ossana  | © Archivio APT Val di Sole - Ph Giacomo Podetti
Ossana, Il Borgo dei Presepi | © Archivio APT Val di Sole - Ph Alfredo Croce
EXCURSION PROGRAM

 

MAY 3
9:15 am
VAL DI RABBI

San Bernardo Information Office, Rabbi

Altitude: 1.396 m

Destination altitude: 2.056 m

Difference in altitude: 664 m

Level of difficulty: intermediate

Remember to bring your packed lunch

 

MAY 10
9:15 am
VAL DI PEJO 

Pejo Fonti Information Office

Altitude: 1.600 m

Destination altitude: 2.000 m

Difference in altitude: 400 m

Level of difficulty: intermediate/ easy

Remember to bring your packed lunch

 

MAY 17
9:15 am

MALÈ

Malè Information Office

Altitude: 770 m

Destination altitude: 900 m

Difference in altitude: 200 m

Level of difficulty: easy

Remember to bring your packed lunch

 

MAY 24
9:15 am
VERMIGLIO 

Vermiglio Information Office

Altitude: 1.591 m

Destination altitude: 2.107 m

Difference in altitude: 500 m

Level of difficulty: intermediate

Remember to bring your packed lunch

 

MAY 31
9:15 am
FOLGARIDA

Folgarida Information Office

Altitude: 1.621 m

Destination altitude: 1.979 m

Difference in altitude: 300 m

Level of difficulty: intermediate

Remember to bring your packed lunch

 

 

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