El Paes dei Presepi - Miola Christmas Exhibition

El Paes dei Presepi: when Miola becomes the village of the Nativity

In the heart of the Pinè Plateau, in Trentino-Alto Adige, the small hamlet of Miola in the municipality of Baselga di Pinè (Province of Trento) transforms every winter into a true open-air museum. The El Paés dei Presepi Christmas exhibition, which boasts over twenty years of history, fills the village streets with more than a hundred handcrafted nativity scenes displayed in windows, under porches, and in the courtyards of ancient houses. From traditional scenes to illuminated ones, from the Nativity grotto to the animated mechanical nativity scene by the Anesin family, every corner tells the story of the skill and passion of local artisans.

A journey through the village houses

The exhibition is designed as a leisurely stroll through the districts of Miola, where visitors can admire the works and take part in the "Catch the Reindeer" game, a hidden object hunt using QR codes to scan for a chance to win fun souvenir gadgets. At El Casel, you will also find the House of 1000 Nativity Scenes, an exhibition center that gathers dozens of works from local collections and artisans.

The Christmas Train

One of the most beloved symbols of the event is the Christmas Train, a free 30-minute panoramic tour that connects Miola to the center of Baselga di Pinè. With its six stops—Piazza San Rocco, Ice Rink Pinè parking lot, Lake Serraia promenade, Piazzale Costalta, Corso Roma, and Via Don Giuseppe Vergot—the train allows you to comfortably discover the village, Lake Serraia, and the exhibition sites, much to the delight of the little ones.

Taste and tradition: food festivals

In Piazza San Rocco, the food stand offers the genuine flavors of zero-mile Trentino cuisine. The calendar is marked by festivals dedicated to typical dishes: the Polenta Festival, the Canederlo Festival, the Potato Tortel, and the Luganega and Scodeghin festival. A perfect opportunity to warm up with mulled wine and enjoy the specialties of the Pinè Plateau.

Special events

The exhibition is not just a static display: the calendar offers appointments that bring the village to life with unique experiences.

• Mestieri en Strada (Street Crafts): local artisans—blacksmiths, spinners, basket makers—demonstrate ancient techniques and skills live in the heart of the village.
• Reindeer Night: a magical evening to experience the enchantment of the nativity scenes at night, amidst soft lights, the illuminated Lake Serraia promenade, and live music in Piazza San Rocco.
• Creative workshops: candles, soaps, wreaths, and other hands-on activities for children and families, by reservation.
• Arrival of the Befana: on January 6th, the exhibition concludes with the highly anticipated Epiphany celebration.

A signature event of the Plateau

Organized by C.O.Pinè - Consortium of Economic Operators of the Pinè Plateau, the El Paes dei Presepi exhibition has become an unmissable event in the Trentino Christmas calendar. It represents a model of slow and authentic tourism, where the tradition of nativity scenes blends with community hospitality and the enhancement of the heritage of the village of Miola, a jewel of the Pinè Plateau.