Good Friday in Triora
The evocative procession with the Descent of Christ from the Cross
About Good Friday
The Rite of Good Friday
Good Friday in Triora, in the upper Argentina valley (province of Imperia), is a celebration of great intensity, part of the village's Holy Week. In the evening, the streets of the medieval historic center transform into the setting for a highly emotional procession.
The Descent of Christ from the Cross
The central moment is the Descent of Christ from the Cross, a re-enactment of the deposition that takes place at 9:00 PM. The procession winds through the narrow streets illuminated by torches, accompanied by funeral marches, in a medieval atmosphere of profound solemnity.
Faith and Evocation
The event, recognized as an Authentic Event of Liguria, combines the religious dimension with the evocative atmosphere of the village, known worldwide as "the witches' village." The Good Friday procession, with free admission, draws faithful and visitors, offering one of the most fascinating Easter rites in the Imperia hinterland.
Good Friday — edition 2026
On Good Friday 2026, Friday April 3rd, the traditional evening procession took place in Triora. At 9:00 PM, the Descent of Christ from the Cross, a re-enactment of the deposition, occurred.
The procession wound through the narrow streets of the historic center illuminated by torches, accompanied by funeral marches, in a medieval atmosphere of intense solemnity. The celebration is recognized as an Authentic Event of Liguria.
Programme Good Friday 2026
Friday, April 3, 2026 — Triora
- 9:00 PM — Descent of Christ from the Cross and evening procession
- Route through the narrow streets of the historic center illuminated by torches
- Accompaniment with funeral marches
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Practical information — Good Friday
Where
Triora (IM), narrow streets of the historic center, upper Argentina valley.
How to get there
Triora can be reached by car by ascending the Argentina valley from Arma di Taggia.
When and admission
Good Friday, evening procession at 9:00 PM. Free admission.
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Where does it take place — Good Friday
Caruggi del centro storico di Triora