Within the woods, one can spot roe deer, foxes, badgers, squirrels, edible dormice, and the occasional wildcat. Freshwater crayfish can be found in the pristine streams. There is also a recreational area where children can play outdoors. Furthermore, well-maintained paths allow visitors to go hiking or walking, or to exercise along a fitness trail. For lunchtime, there is also the option of a break amidst nature.

The Al Monastero restaurant, located in the heart of Cividale del Friuli, was a key landmark for the local community under the management of Tilde, Tite, and Dina—back when it was still known as La Speranza in the early 20th century. It was a place for games and drinks, but above all, for dinners shared by hunters or groups of friends…

The *Pignarûl* is a tall pile of wood and hay that, according to tradition, is set ablaze on the evening of January 5th—or, much more frequently, January 6th—in certain areas of our region. It is a ritual that appears to be linked to the worship of Belanu, a Proto-Celtic deity of light.

The Kot waterfalls are a small naturalistic jewel. It is an itinerary suitable for everyone as long as you pay minimal attention to the particularly slippery terrain. Once upon a time it was the water that ran continuously throughout the year that provided the energy for the mills.

The Celtic Hypogeum is an underground site, entirely dug into the rocky bank along the bank of the Natisone river. It consists of three underground chambers connected to each other. The main one, at the entrance, allows access to the other rooms arranged on a lower level.

It's the Carnival of a small mountain town, where everyone knows each other, where the faces are hand-carved, where everyday life takes inspiration for the pranks to play, taking advantage of the hidden identity.

Since time immemorial, in the heart of the Tarvisio valleys, and in neighboring regions such as Carinthia, Bavaria, Alto Adige and Slovenia, a unique and fascinating festival has been celebrated. Dressed as a bishop, San Nicolò, on the evening of December 5th, passes through the houses, flanked by the frightening Krampus.

The “Farie Geretti” is a small historical jewel: a blacksmith's shop, the latest example of a rich and long Cividale artisan tradition. Antonio Geretti inherited the business from his father Pietro and initially learned the art of working metal with creativity and attention to tradition.

Il Baule del Diavolo has been held for several years now on the fourth Sunday of each month from 08.00 to 20.00 in Piazza del Duomo, Largo Boiani and Piazza Foro G. Cesare, with a potential capacity of around 120 stalls. One area is reserved exclusively for children.

Located on the top of a rocky hill, 618 meters above sea level, the sanctuary of the Madonna di Castelmonte (Madone di Mont in Friulian, Stara Gora – ancient mountain – in Slovenian) is one of the oldest Marian sanctuaries in Italy. Its origins date back to the first millennium of our era…