The enchanting tradition of Nativity scenes in Torino and its province.
In Torino and its province, the tradition of nativity scenes is alive and well, with numerous events attracting thousands of visitors every year. This tradition, which started a long time ago, is made better every year with new artistic ideas and settings, from the traditional to the modern.
Torino: a nativity scene under the stars
In the heart of the city, during the Christmas period, the nativity scene becomes an essential part of the celebrations. The most famous is the magical Nativity Scene by Emanuele Luzzati, an evocative artistic project from 1997 which has always been a symbol of Christmas in Turin and is housed this year in the Sambuy gardens.
Nativity scenes in the mountains and villages.
In the province of Torino, small villages and towns are brought to life by living nativity scenes among the hills and mountains. There is also no shortage of artistic and handcrafted nativity scenes on offer, with creations by local and international artists using materials ranging from ceramics to wood and papier-mâché.
Visiting nativity scenes
Bardonecchia Paese dei Presepi 2025 - 2026
From 6 December 2025 to 11 January 2026 Streets in the town centre and surrounding villages More than 150 illuminated nativity scenes scattered throughout the villages of Rochemolles, Millaures, Le Gleise, Les Arnauds and Melezet, in Borgo Vecchio and in ...