In the evocative setting of the Monastery of Monticchio, located in the hills of Massa Lubrense, the Living Crib is celebrated this year. It is a magical event that involves visitors of all ages.
The dates of the event are 26, 27, 29 December and 1, 2, 5, 6 and 7 January, during which the premises of the monastery turn into a real village of ancient Palestine. This living crib offers visitors the opportunity to immerse themselves in the heart of Christian history and experience the enchantment of the birth of Jesus in a unique context.
Fotografie di Maria Rosaria Castellano
The Monastero del Santissimo Rosario di Monticchio, dating back to the eighteenth century, is distinguished by its charming architecture. It represents the perfect environment to host the living crib. The participants carefully wear clothes that recreate the characters of the evangelical history, together with their crafts and their occupations. In the evocative setting of the monastery, shepherds, the Magi, artisans and traders come to life. In this way visitors can live an authentic experience that recalls the daily life of those remote times.
The event is not only an opportunity to rediscover the Christmas tradition, but also an occasion to reflect on the deeper meaning of Christmas. The choice of setting the Living Nativity in the Monastery of Monticchio adds a touch of spirituality to the experience. In fact, the event turns into a moment of contemplation and reflection for the participants.
On 8 and 9 July in Massa Lubrense, on the occasion of the Limoni in Festa 2023, it will be held an interesting tasting itinerary with a lemon menu to taste in the streets of Massa Centro.
To participate in the tasting itinerary you can buy tickets in a stand located opposite the headquarters of the Pro Loco in Massa Lubrense. The ticket costs 15 euros and can be used on both days, Saturday 8 July and Sunday 9 July. Tickets sales will start at 18:30 and will end at 22:00 and they can be used from 19:00 to 22:30.
The tickets will consist of 11 detachable coupons, each coupon for a different tasting. To receive the corresponding tasting, you will need to go to the shops indicated along the tasting itinerary.
How the tasting itinerary takes place
The tasting itinerary takes place in this way:
Restaurant Il Cantuccio – lemon caciottina;
Grace Kitchen Bar – lemon arancini;
La Terra delle Sirene – glass of wine;
La Terra delle Sirene – lemon cheese;
Butcher Aniello Bread – lemon balls;
Restaurant La Primavera – lemon risotto;
Pizzeria Pulecenella – lemon pizza;
Sport Bar – limoncello;
Millevoglie Bar – delizia al limone;
Di Sarno Bar – lemon ice cream;
Ladies Bar – lemon granita.
Participating in the tasting itinerary with the lemon menu, you will have the opportunity to walk through the whole center of Massa. Along the way, you can see craft markets and local products and the town’s hotspots where the exhibitions are set up, becoming completely immersed in the festive atmosphere of the event.
The exhibitions in the streets of the city center will be:
Ceramics of the Castle: exhibition of ceramic works;
RecuperArte: solo exhibition of the artist Giovanni Parlato;
Palazzo Vespoli: “Craftsmanship is Art” by UniTre;
Boutique La Terra delle Sirene: special offer for the “Mermaidland tour”.
This event is part of “Omaggio alla bellezza”, a series of summer events promoted by the municipal administration of Massa Lubrense.
The entertainment
Also there will be entertainment; both evenings will be enlivened by the performances of great artists like Foja, the Italian folk-rock band born in Naples that will perform in the concert “Miracoli e Rivoluzioni” on July 8 at 21.00, blending traditional Neapolitan sounds with contemporary influences and Paolo Caiazzo, the comedian who on July 9 at 21.00 will perform in the show “Eppure sorrido” in which he will propose hilarious sketches and monologues.
For more information just look at the program of both evenings of an event that will satisfy not only the view with themed installations, the craft market and the typical products, but also the ears and the palate with an explosion of taste, local culture and tradition thanks to the lemon tasting itinerary.
In conclusion we wait for you in Massa Lubrense to celebrate together this citrus and its beneficial properties, its color and fragrance, that are part of the precious heritage of the Sorrento peninsula.
To cheer the 47th edition of the now traditional Limoni in festa this year there will be the Neapolitan musical group Foja and the comedian Paolo Caiazzo.
At Largo Vescovado Saturday, July 8, in addition to the opening of the stands of typical specialties, local crafts and a tasting path whose protagonist is the lemon, to animate the night there will be Foja.
The Italian folk-rock band born in Naples will perform in the concert “Miracles and Revolutions”, their fourth album.
The collaborations and successes of the band
They collaborated with Clementino, Enzo Gragnaniello, Lorenzo Hengeller, Alejandro Romero, Davide Toffolo and Alessio Sollo.
Twelve years of music, three albums, live and performance of all kinds; we remember their famous review of “Yes I Know My Way” by Pino Daniele on the occasion of the award ceremony to the “God of Naples” Maradona.
Their music is made of tradition, rock and songwriting, aiming at language mergers and Latin sounds, but never forget the Neapolitan tradition.
So “Miracoli e Rivoluzioni” is a concert/show with two acts in which the Foja deal with issues related to the sentimental sphere and existential and social issues mixing tradition and musical modernity.
They have traveled around Italy for years treading prestigious stages always sold-out as that of the Royal Theatre of Saint Charles, the Arena Flegrea.
The group also performed in the courtyard of the Royal Palace of Capodimonte, the Royal Palace and Castel Sant’Elmo in Naples in front of an audience of over six thousand people.
They got the nomination for the best original song both to David di Donatello and Nastri d’Argento.
So do not miss their performance that will animate the evening of July 8 at 21.00 at the Limoni in festa in Massa Lubrense.
On July 9, instead, at 21.00 at the Limoni in festa will be the turn of the comedian Paolo Caiazzo, one of the leading comedians and author of the Rai 2 comedy show, Made in Sud.
The television and theatre successes of Paolo Caiazzo
Paolo conceived very well-known characters, for example the Japanese man ‘Ndò, Max Playstation and Tonino Cardamone.
Moreover he has been featured on television shows like Quelli che il calcio, Bulldozer, Zelig Off and Colorado Cafè Live.
He is author and performer of successful plays, including Benvenuti in casa Esposito, co-written with Pino Imperatore and Alessandro Siani. He also received the Massimo Troisi Lifetime Achievement Award.
With his pungent irony, brilliance and charisma, Caiazzo always manages to conquer the audience.
His immense talent and his ability to create unique and unforgettable characters made him an icon of contemporary comedy.
On this occasion Paolo Caiazzo will perform the show “Eppure sorrido”.
It is characterized by sketches and monologues whose protagonists are the characters that the actor spread on the social networks during the lockdown.
So impossible not to take a look at the program and miss the performance of these great performers.
The wonderful settings, the craft market and the typical products that will inebriate the streets with their citrus scents.
Come and experience an explosion of taste and tradition at the Limoni in Festa in Massa Lubrense! This one-of-a-kind event awaits you for an unforgettable festival, dedicated to the king of citrus fruits: the lemon.
On 8 and 9 July, the streets of the picturesque town of Massa Lubrense will be filled with bright colors and heady scents. The local lemons, famous for their exceptional quality, will be the absolute protagonists of this festival.
Like every year, it will be a true paradise for lovers of food and handcrafted products. With the tasting itinerary you can taste lemon-based delicacies, from fresh appetizers to succulent desserts, up to refreshing drinks. There will be local specialities, enriched by the freshness and acidity of lemon, which will tickle every palate.
In addition to the gastronomic aspect, the Limoni in Festa will also offer a feast for the eyes. It will be possible to admire wonderful themed installations, with the handicraft and typical products market that will transform the streets into a magical and fragrant world.
The atmosphere will be enlivened by music and entertainment for all ages. The Foja are a Neapolitan musical group that will perform in the “Miracoli e Rivoluzioni” concert in the first evening of the festival, Saturday 8 July. The band is known for its unique style, which blends traditional Neapolitan sounds with contemporary influences.
Sunday 9 July will be the turn of Paolo Caiazzo, an Italian comedian who will perform in the show “Eppure sorrido”. The actor is known for his ironic and satirical style of comedy, which tackles current affairs, politics and everyday life with sarcasm and humor.
The Lemon Festival in Massa Lubrense is an event not to be missed if you love authenticity, local culture and the intense flavor of lemons: an exciting experience that will stimulate all the senses.
We look forward to seeing you in Massa Lubrense to celebrate the great beauty of this extraordinary fruit!
Even richer this summer is the offer of yoga and pilates in Massa Lubrense.
From June to September, many appointments are held every week in some of the most scenic and evocative places in our area.
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The yoga and pilates lessons in Massa Lubrense are free and open to all: practitioners, novices, teachers, the curious, to make room for insights and new experiences and create an opportunity for meeting, exchanging and comparing.
Thanks to the availability of qualified and specialized instructors, we offer four cycles of different yoga and pilates disciplines:
Vinyasa yoga at dawn, on Monte San Costanzo, with the instructor and teacher trainer Silvia Daliana
Hatha yoga at sunset, in the square of the Church of Marciano, with the osteopath Antonino Minervino
Pilates at the Annunziata Castle, with the physiotherapist Carla Marciano
Sri sri yoga at the Annunziata Castle, with the instructor Gelsomina Di Maio
We are convinced that the practice of these disciplines can change our lives for the better, through the exploration of the relationship between mind and body and between human beings and their context.
Indeed, if yoga is trying to be one with the universe, practicing it in the open air favors the feeling of union with nature, to reconnect to the Earth and to one’s self in a more profound way.
INFO AND RESERVATIONS
Pro Loco Massa Lubrense +39 081 533 90 21 (9:30-13:00) +39 351 086 26 63 (WhatsApp) Si consiglia di munirsi di tappetino e abbigliamento comodo
Join us for a unique wellness experience at dawn! We invite you to take part in our yoga classes at Monte San Costanzo. Every Monday morning, from 19 June to 11 September, at 6:45, at the suggestive chapel on the hill, you can immerse yourself in the magic of a vinyasa yoga session.
We will start the day in the name of tranquility and inner balance, while the sun slowly rises over the horizon. The breathtaking view and the fresh air of the hill will make the atmosphere even more special, creating a unique opportunity to regenerate mind, body and spirit.
The lessons will be led by the talented yoga teacher, Silvia Daliana. With years of experience in the industry and an infectious passion for practicing yoga, Silvia will guide you through a series of fluid movements, conscious breathing and relaxing meditations.
It doesn’t matter if you are a beginner or an experienced practitioner, these lessons are suitable for all skill levels. Bring your mat, wear comfortable clothes and let yourself be carried away by the magic of this enchanting place.
Take care of yourself, rediscover inner harmony and enjoy the physical and emotional benefits that vinyasa yoga can offer. Join us for an unforgettable sunrise experience at Mount San Costanzo. Book your spot now and start your day with a practice that will nourish your body and soul. We are waiting for you!
INFO AND RESERVATIONS
Pro Loco Massa Lubrense +39 081 533 90 21 (9:30-13:00) +39 351 086 26 63 (WhatsApp)
For this spring, the Pro Loco Massa Lubrense is offering four guided tours in some of the most fascinating places in the area.
Four Sundays between May and June to travel and discover Massa Lubrense: we do it on foot and with total respect for the places, to get to know them better and touch their essence. Paths and routes, sometimes even off the beaten track, are in fact real mines of treasures of history, traditions and nature.
Here is the program of the Spring Walks:
Sunday 14th May Sirenuse trail Departure: 9 am from the square of Sant’Agata sui due golfi Duration: about 4 hours
The Sirenuse Trail is a scenic circular route that allows you to cross the southern slope of the Sorrento Peninsula enjoying enchanting views: from the Amalfi Coast to the Faraglioni of Capri.
Sunday 28th May Ieranto Bay Departure: 9:00 from the square of Nerano Duration: about 4 hours
The Bay of Ieranto is a rocky inlet between Punta Campanella and Punta Penna. It is the pearl of the Punta Campanella Marine Protected Area and can only be reached on foot or by canoe.
Sunday 11th June Punta Campanella Departure: 9:00 from the square of Termini Duration: about 4 hours
A pleasant excursion on foot is the only way to reach Punta Campanella, along a path of about an hour on the northern slope of the Promontorium Minervae, which separates the Gulf of Naples from the Gulf of Salerno.
Domenica 11 giugno Crapolla Cove Departure: 9:00 from the square of Sant’Agata sui due golfi Duration: about 4 hours
The Crapolla Cove is one of the most evocative inlets on the coast of Massa Lubrense: in addition to being of great naturalistic interest, it preserves visible traces of a past rich in history.
INFO AND RESERVATIONS
Pro Loco Massa Lubrense 081 5339021 (every day 9:30-13:00) +393510862663 (WhatsApp) Suitable clothing is recommended. Participation under your own responsibility.
The cycle of Spring Walks is part of the Omaggio alla bellezza review, and is organized by the Pro Loco Massa Lubrense with the contribution of the Tourism and Events Department of the Municipality of Massa Lubrense.
Festivals are popular local celebrations that generally arise from a religious festivity, often to commemorate a saint. They are generally animated by music, fun activities and excellent cuisine. In Massa Lubrense there are several festivals throughout the year: here you can taste the best products of our land.
Zucchini Festival
It takes place on the second Sunday of July in the village of Acquara to celebrate the patron saint St. Vito. The day of St. Vito is actually celebrated on June 15th, but it is customary to carry out the festival in July. The most important moment is certainly the procession that passes through the whole village. Among the delicious foods that you can eat, there are many zucchini-based dishes such as the famous parmigiana and spaghetti alla Nerano.
Lemon Festival
Among the most famous festivals in the area there is certainly the lemon festival. It is held in July and is dedicated to one of the typical products of our land: lemon. You can taste various dishes and lemon-based specialties such as sorbet and risotto and you can also try the famous limoncello.
Snail Festival
Also very famous is the snail festival held on June 29th in Monticchio. The festival takes place on the occasion of the feast of St. Peter. There is, at first, a long procession followed by the Massa Lubrense music band. Then during the festival, in addition to pleasant musical performances and various activities for the youngest, you can taste the delicious snails.
Potato Festival
It takes place in the village of Termini to celebrate San Costanzo. It is held in July and usually lasts for a weekend. The main product is the potato, which is the basis of all dishes, from the starter to the dessert. Among the specialties are croquette, potato ravioli and Neapolitan staples.
Tomato festival
It takes place on the first Sunday of August in the village of Torca to celebrate the patron saint, St. Anna. As for the zucchini festival, also in this case the feast of the saint is actually on a different day, that is, July 26th. The tomato can be tasted in many traditional and non-traditional recipes, all accompanied by music and fun.
Fiordilatte Festival
On the occasion of the patronal feast of St. Salvatore, on August 6th, the Fiordilatte Festival is held in the village of Schiazzano. Fiordilatte is one of the typical cheeses of Massa Lubrense but you can also taste the famous provolone del monaco and a great variety of local dairy products.
Eggplant Festival
The festival is held on August 15th in the village of Marina della Lobra to celebrate the feast of the Madonna dell’Assunta. For the religious anniversary, a procession takes place by sea to the rock of Vervece. Afterwards, in the evening, you can enjoy various eggplant-based dishes, including the famous chocolate eggplants.
In the spring of 2023, the Giro d’Italia, by going through the Sorrento Peninsula, will pass in Massa Lubrense.
The 106th edition of the Giro d’Italia, 2023
This year’s Giro d’Italia (tour of Italy) will begin on May 6, 2023, starting in the Marina di Fossacesia, Abruzzo, and ending on May 28 in Rome. The riders will cover a total of 3448.6 km with up to 51,300 m of elevation gain. There will be 21 stages in total with different levels of difficulty.
Stage 6: Naples-Naples
The tour will arrive in the Sorrento Peninsula during the sixth stage, both starting and finishing in Naples, on May 11, 2023. This will be a short and intense stage between the chief town of Campania and the Amalfi Peninsula. From Naples the riders will coast Mount Vesuvius from the north side to climb the Valico di Chiunzi and enter Amalfi in a circuit that runs along the entire Amalfi coast. They will face a series of twisting roads that will end in the Pompeii area from where the race will continue basically straight to Naples. The final sprint will take place on the seafront of Via Caracciolo, where a non complete group is likely to show up. The cyclists will cover a total of 156 km. It is during this stage that the Giro di Italia will pass through Massa Lubrense.
The last time the riders travelled these territories was 10 years ago, in May 2013. In that year, one of the stages of the race started from Sorrento, passing through the Monti Lattari, the Amalfi coast, and on to Paestum and Cilento. The mayor of Sorrento would like to make his city a stage city again for the next edition of the Giro di Italia, in 2024.
The route of Giro d’Italia 2023, Instagram @giroditalia
This sporting event has always been one of the most followed by Italians. Every year there are many citizens who take to the roads to watch the passage of the riders and cheer them on. The streets are colored pink and flags wave in the crowd. Not only live, but as always the event can also be watched on television.
Historical background and curiosities
The Giro d’Italia is a men’s cycling race whose first edition was organized 114 years ago, in May 1909. At the time, cycling was considered among the most watched sports in Italy, even more than soccer. The route counted 2448 km and was organized in 8 stages including, as today, uphill and flat sections. From then on the race was organized every year, except for the period of the world wars, involving athletes from all over the world. This cycling competition is among the three greatest in Europe.
The symbol of the Giro d’Italia has always been the iconic pink jersey, worn each year by the winner. Why pink? This color was chosen to pay homage to the Gazzetta dello Sport, organizer and creator of the event, whose newspaper pages are precisely the same color. Athletes, however, can also win other types of jerseys based on their performance, such as blue, white or cyclamen.
On December 26, 2022, the 42nd edition of the Marcialonga will be held in Massa Lubrense.
The Marcialonga is an amateur free paced race through the streets of Massa Lubrense, discovering the most evocative corners of the area. It is an event organized by the parish community on the occasion of Christmas, which attracts hundreds of participants every year.
More then a competition, it is actually a pleasant walk through the hamlets and natural beauties of the place. For the residents, taking part in it is a way to spend cheerful time in company, in the spirit of the holidays.
The first edition was held on December 26, 1978, involving the entire town. From then on the Marcialonga became a real recurrence. In 2019, 2508 people of all ages took part in it, breaking all records. In 2020 and last year, due to the covid-19 pandemic, the event could not take place.
How to participate
Like every year, the event begins on St. Stephen day at 2 p.m. You can register on the same day from 9 a.m. until 10 minutes before the start at the stands in Piazza Vescovado (Vescovado Square), where the start is also scheduled. The rules of participation will be specified at the time of registration by handing over the regulations.
The route
Three refreshment points are included, two along the way and one at the end. It is possible to taste typical Christmas sweets, such as roccocò, panettone or fried zeppole prepared by the organizers, as well as the inevitable sausage sandwich.
From the square, the walk continues towards Via Roma, Via Rivo a Casa, via IV Novembre and via Nastro d’Oro, before reaching the crossroads for Santa Maria, the first refreshment point. The walk resumes along via Caselle, via Annunziata, arriving at the square of Santa Maria, where a second stop is planned. The longest part of the route then begins from via Padre Rocco, following the rotabile Massa Turro, deviating for via Mortella, crossing via Rachione, G. Marconi square and viale Filangieri. The event ends in Piazza Vescovado, where there will be one last refreshment, usually based on brioche and hot chocolate, served by the staff.
The first 100 drawn numbers will receive prizes offered by the local commercial activities. At the end of the walk, celebrations for young and old will continue.
As in the last edition, the event will be completely plastic free: respecting the environment only biodegradable disposable material will be used.
Every year many people work behind the scenes, with passion and dedication, to provide moments of joy and lightheartedness. Among the organizers there are those who make the desserts or other gastronomic delights, those who take care of setting up the stands or taking the registrations, but many more are the activities that make the event a success, which would be impossible without everyone’s cooperation!
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