Stories of Arms
An event to mark the 500th anniversary of the passage of Georg von Frundsberg, commander of the Landsknechts, through the Chiese Valley.
An event to mark the 500th anniversary of the passage of Georg von Frundsberg, commander of the Landsknechts, through the Chiese Valley.
PROGRAMME:
10.00am - Historical camp:
- Competition with pupils from Lodrone Primary School.
- Start of the historical walk with re-enactors, retracing the paths of 500 years ago. From Palazzo Bavaria at the foot of Castel San Giovanni through Pian d’Oneda (route length: 3.5 km).
- Historical demonstration of weapons.
- Troop training.
11.00am - Historical Camp: performance of "La Lavandaia" by Foco Loco.
11.30am - San Giovanni Castle (Bondone): presentation of a scale model depicting the Bocca Cocca Pass, the site of the crossing 500 years ago by the imperial troops commanded by Georg von Frundsberg.
3.00pm - Palazzo Lodrone del Caffaro: Urban Trekking with local guides, in collaboration with the Il Chiese Association, exploring the historic Lodrone palaces. Featuring a re-enactment by the Landsknechts. Book here.
5.00pm - Historic Camp: performance of "La Lavandaia" by Foco Loco.
6.30pm - Lodrone (historic centre): a gastronomic tour through the village streets organised by the Lodrone Associations, featuring re-enactors, dancing, music and imperial drums. Book here.
Dinner with the Lodrons
- Traditional Trentino platter
- Canederli with melted butter and sage
- Sausages and sauerkraut
- Strudel
- Drinks
9.00pm - Church of the Annunciation (Lodrone): "Morgana" fire show by Foco Loco.
Discover sunday's programme here.
Discover friday's programme here.
TARIFF:
Free entry. Gastronomic tour (booking required), €16.00.
ACCESSIBILITY:
The event meets the essential requirements to allow anyone to access and enjoy it independently.
USEFUL INFORMATION:
Free parking nearby.
Gastronomic tour can be booked at Bar Bice or Bar l'Officina in Lodrone.