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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
19 December 2026
each Saturday - 4:30 - 5:30 pm
WHAT TO EXPECT / WHAT WE WILL DO

Learn about the natural materials found in the forests of Val di Sole and how to use them: moss, bark, small twigs and lichens. Guided by an experienced craftsman, you'll build the structure of your own little hut, rediscovering the pleasure of connecting with nature and the scent of pine resin.

GOOD TO KNOW

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

WHO WE ARE

BoscoDerniga, the experience nursery, is a natural oasis in the woods, just a short walk from the village of Ossana. Where a forest nursery once stood, you'll now find a beautiful garden where you can discover and learn about the secrets and wonders of the Alpine forest.

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
Discover the secrets of the forest – Learn to recognise and use the natural materials found in the forests of Val di Sole, from moss and bark to small twigs and lichens.
2
Put your creativity to the test – With the help of an experienced craftsman, bring your little hut to life using your hands and imagination. No special skills are needed, just a willingness to experiment!
3
1. Soak up the magic of Christmas – Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of BoscoDerniga, a natural oasis in the woods where the scent of pine resin and the closeness to nature make every moment special.

Val di Sole Tourism Board

Purchase experience

Experience Info

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

Calendar

23.12.2026 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Each wednesday
26.12.2026 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Each saturday
30.12.2026 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Each wednesday
03.01.2027 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

Learn about the natural materials found in the forests of Val di Sole and how to use them: moss, bark, small twigs and lichens. Guided by an experienced craftsman, you'll build the structure of your own little hut, rediscovering the pleasure of connecting with nature and the scent of pine resin.

GOOD TO KNOW

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

WHO WE ARE

BoscoDerniga, the experience nursery, is a natural oasis in the woods, just a short walk from the village of Ossana. Where a forest nursery once stood, you'll now find a beautiful garden where you can discover and learn about the secrets and wonders of the Alpine forest.

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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