The splendid scenery of Lake Garda's Trentino area will fascinate you, even at Christmas. Arco's Christmas Market 2010. From November 19 to December 23, from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. November: Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays - December: from the 3rd to the 12th and from the 17th to the 23rd. Tuesday, December 7: Special longer hours until 9:30 p.m. 40 wooden booths present fine local and Italian artisan crafts and original gift ideas such as candles, Christmas ornaments, local products, toys, and more.
There will also be Christmas carols, entertainment, farm animals and Ali the camel, Christmas trains, and the Advent calendar projected on palazzos in the town center. December 7 will be a magical night with a fabulous fireworks display from the Castle and opening hours until 9:30 p.m.
Old-Fashioned Atmospheres: Markets in Italy's Loveliest Villages December 5-6-8-12-19. Time seems suspended in two of Italy's loveliest villages with their cluster of rustic homes linked with porticos, entranceways, inner courtyards, and antique facades. In Canale di Tenno, the aroma of carne salada e fasoi [salted meat and beans] wafts amidst the booths of the artisan arts & craft market. Meanwhile, children will love the magical atmosphere of the entertainment in the streets.
Besides the Christmas market, there will be a living nativity scene accompanied by zampogna bagpipes and Christmas carols that will travel along the winding streets of Canale to make Christmas Eve night and Boxing Day magical. In Rango nel Bleggio, a small village built on the mountainside, you'll find booths full of delicious foods and wines and local artisan products in a festive event full of music and fun. On December 12, Rango magically turns into Toyland with jesters, singers, jugglers, story-tellers, and the arrival of Saint Lucy.
Dro - Christmas Under the Porticos December 11-24, 2010. While children have fun in Santa Claus's Workshop, with the help of the elves, parents can stroll under the arches to buy delicious local products such as the ancient traditional "prugne di Dro" (Dro Plums) and "Vino Santo".
Drena The enchanting Drena Castle hosts art exhibits: in the magical atmosphere of the town, Saint Lucy, along with her donkey, brings sweets to all the children and young people organize a show as they wait for Santa and his toys.
Strolling Among the Crèches Bolognano, December 12 - January 6. Take a leisurely stroll amidst the narrow streets and lanes to admire the more than 50 Crèches created by the townsfolk in the ancient archways, windows, and courtyards.
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