Noza da paur, Ladin and rural weddings once used to be celebrated in winter. There was far too much work to be carried out in the fields, woods and houses in spring and summer. Hence the Noza da paur, Val Badia’s Ladin wedding, was celebrated in winter with traditional clothes, rituals, dances, games and parades.
Why did people once get married in winter?
Who are the sonsí and les sonseles?
Every two years, in the heart of Badia, a unique event takes place that takes you back in time and lets you discover the many traditions surrounding the traditional farmers’ wedding.
Immerse yourself in the Ladin tradition with a wedding procession among old sleighs and ancient costumes and a banquet with typical dishes.
A special event that celebrates the authenticity and charm of the country wedding of the past.
Follow the SS244 Val Badia road towards Badia, continue on the San Linert street until you reach the centre of the village.
Why is the Noza da paur one of the most representative traditions in Alta Badia?
The Noza da paur preserves one of the most meaningful celebrations of Ladin culture in Alta Badia, keeping alive customs that reflect the life of mountain communities. The event offers an opportunity to rediscover the rituals, symbols and shared moments that were once part of a traditional Ladin peasant wedding.
Which symbols are part of a traditional Ladin peasant wedding?
A traditional Ladin country wedding is rich in symbols connected to family, community and life on the traditional farmsteads. Traditional costumes, music, the wedding parade and ceremonial gestures all express the meaning of marriage according to the traditions of Alta Badia.
Why do traditional Ladin costumes vary from valley to valley?
Traditional Ladin costumes vary from valley to valley because each community has developed its own details, colours and embroidery that reflect its history and identity. In Alta Badia, the traditional costume is still worn during the valley's most important festivals and celebrations.
What does a traditional Ladin peasant wedding tell us about life on the farmsteads of Alta Badia?
A traditional Ladin peasant wedding reflects the importance of family, work and community in life on the traditional farmsteads of Alta Badia. Through this tradition, visitors can discover the customs and values that have shaped life in the Ladin valleys for centuries.
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