Umbrian Distillate

 
 

Events and Attractions - Valnerina (Nera Valley)

 
Eventi e spettacoli - Valnerina
Historical Celebrations

Easter

The Ciuccittu Fair – Ferentillo
A contest of ancient origins where Easter eggs are won.

May

Palio dei Rioni – Montefranco (Palio of the Neighbourhoods)
Commemmoration in honour of the celebrations for Saint Bernardino. Historical parade and horse race.

August

Le Rocche raccontano – Ferentillo (The Fortresses narrate)
The event takes place in the charming fortress setting and background of the village of Ferentillo, between Precetto and Matterella. The local population gives life to a pageant portraying particular moments of the historical events of the village through “tableaux vivants” in the village streets, where ancient crafts connected to daily life in the past are enacted. Everything is illustrated through a narrative voice that reminisces over the events portrayed.

Information:
Pro loco Ferentillo
Via Umbria 3 – tel. 0744.780990

Musical Events

July

Mille Note sul Nera – Macenano di Ferentillo (A Thousand Notes on the Nera)
Festival reserved for singer-songwriters and groups with unpublished lyrics.