As orally transmitted the artistic and historical crib of the Ursulines at the Monastery S.Maria in Valle in Cividale del Friuli should have been created in the second half of 18th century. However, the costumes are rather linked with 19th century. The little statues were created by the nuns in their silent seclusion by reproducing figures walking through the market and the streets of the town and were even “baptized” by using the local names of that time: Iustin, Agnul, Checo...
WHERE
Monastery of Santa Maria in Valle and the Lombard Temple
(UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Bell Tower of the Church of San Giovanni Battista
Via Monastero Maggiore, 34
WHEN
From 8 December 2026 to 31 January 2027
Open daily except Tuesdays
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday, 25 December 2026: CLOSED
Friday, 1 January 2027: 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
During the holiday season, the Nativity scene can be visited free of charge. Throughout the rest of the year, admission is subject to a fee (included in the entrance ticket for the visit to the Monastery of Santa Maria in Valle and the Lombard Temple).
ACCESSIBILITY & PARKING
The Nativity scene is located within a limited traffic zone in the historic city centre.
Parking areas are available within a few hundred metres and include designated spaces for visitors with disabilities.
Coach parking is available near the Bus Station area.
FAMILY EXPERIENCE
“The Ursuline Sisters’ Nativity Scene and Its Stories”
Guided visit for adults and children, including a hands-on workshop for younger participants.
Advance booking is required at +39 0432 700867 and +39 0432 710460.
PHOTO CREDIT: Denis Molinari Fotografo_2024
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