Chiusa, the Christmas Village

By the glow of candles and torches, the historic town centre of Chiusa comes alive during the Christmas Market, called "Chiusa, the Christmas Village". The Chiusa theatre company performs the Nativity story, and the night watchwoman lights hundreds of candles - special moments that characterise the Chiusa Christmas Market. Hand-turned bowls, intricately carved nativity figures, cosy felt slippers, and fragrant herbal specialities offer unique gift ideas and souvenirs.

The Christmas Market in the town of Chiusa takes place on the Advent weekends, from Friday to Sunday. The first weekend features a medieval encampment with a corresponding parade. This is followed by the Krampus Run, the St. Nicholas Parade, the reenactment of the search for lodging with a live nativity scene at the Tinne Square, and demonstrations of traditional crafts. Many buildings, such as the town hall, the Church of the Apostles, and the "Grauer Bär" - the oldest house in town - date back to the Middle Ages and form the perfect backdrop.

The aroma of sweet Krapfen, savoury "Apfelkiachl" made of apples, roasted almonds, freshly baked bread, and steaming mulled wine spiced with cinnamon and cloves permeates the narrow streets. Chiusa itself, with its winding alleyways, exudes a unique charm, further enhanced by the torches and the numerous wooden stalls. "Chiusa, the Christmas Village" (Klausner Gassladvent) concludes in a special way on the fourth Sunday of Advent: In the afternoon, the Christmas Angel, arriving from the Capitano Tower (Schloss Branzoll), delivers Christmas greetings.