NewsChristmas markets, a tour between lakes and mountains
Great expectations in the territory of Lago Maggiore and valleys for the traditional Christmas that illuminate and animate from end of November to Christmas markets squares of villages and towns.Food delicacies, local hand crafted typical products made with wood, stone and fabrics become wonderful ideas for a Christmas gift, or simply a fun way to discover ancient traditions. Among the many stalls there will also be the traditional Nativity scenes, tasting corners, the sounds of the sleigh bells, and unique creations strictly hand-made.A rich calendar of appointments is on offer throughout the territory, a veritable tour that unfolds throughout the territory from the waters of the Lake to the town squares of the valleys.The tour begins on the Lake Orta with two appointments: Sunday 22 November in Ameno (from 10: 00 to 19: 00, for info 0322 / 998103) and Sunday 29 November in Pettenasco (from 10: 00 to 18: 00, 0323 89115 tel info).
Over the weekend of the Immaculate Conception appointments are numerous Verbania will offer the magic atmosphere of Advent for four days, from 5 to 8 December, at the exhibition "Piazze Natalizie a Verbania" a market with over 40 stalls and 40 stands on the streets of the town.
From 5th to 6th December head to Valley Vigezzo to the markets of Santa Maria Maggiore while on Sunday 6th and Monday 7th Macugnaga, the Pearl of Monte Rosa is the place to be. As always the traditional fair of Santa Klaus in Crevoladossola, on 7th and 8th December 2009, offers exhibitions, games and animations for children in addition to the exhibition and sale of handicrafts.
Now in its twelfth edition, the Domodossola Christmas markets will take place on 11th , 12th and 13th December while Omegna will host the second edition of the markets in the days of Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th December 2009.
