Tradition in Val Di Fassa – San Nicolò

SAN NICOLO AND THE KRAMPUS

Every year, on December the 6th, the feast of San Nicola, an ancient tradition takes place in all the villages of the valley, which is awaited with anxiety by the local children. Accompanied by two angels, San Nicolò roams the streets of every village to free them of the “krampus”, scary diabolical creatures. Upon entering the homes of the children to hear their prayers and good intentions, he brings little gifts and sweets for them. In the days before San Nicolò’s arrival, especially in the evening, there is a hunt for the “krampus” who like to frighten and chase the people they meet, playing tricks on them and worse!

The Italian National Team chooses the Val di Fassa

For the next 2 years the Italian Ski Team will be in Val di Fassa
This winter as well, Val di Fassa is the federal training centre for the Italian alpine ski teams. The winners of the World Cup Denise Karbon and Manfred Moellg, the giant racers Massimiliano Blardone and Davide Simoncelli, the specialist of the speed disciplines Peter Fill, the Fanchini sisters, the Fassa natives Chiara Costazza and Cristian Deville – this year patronized right from their valley – together with the other members of the men’s and women’s teams, will train on the slopes of Val di Fassa, thanks to the agreement that since 2006 links the effort and the commitment of F.I.S.I. (the Italian Winter Sports Association), Dolomiti Superski, Trentino S.p.a. and Val di Fassa Tourist Board.