La Thuile Carnival

A village festival on the wild side of Mont Blanc

The La Thuile Carnival, in Valdigne, is an authentic community ritual rather than a tourist attraction: an event that reactivates the square as the heart of the village, restoring La Thuile to the colors and joy of alpine carnival tradition, at the foot of the wildest slope of Mont Blanc.

The Magician Tric&Trac

The absolute protagonist is the Magician Tric&Trac, a figure embodying the playful and mysterious spirit of the festival. He leads the costume parade along a route full of surprises, music, and laughter, entertaining the public with his magic and funny antics. The town center is literally invaded by the colors of the procession, while the small square Giorgio Menel becomes the stage for the magic show.

Flavors of tradition

As in any self-respecting mountain festival, food is an integral part of the ritual at the La Thuile Carnival. Traditional and hearty dishes, designed for the alpine climate, are distributed in the square: tripe, polenta, and the inevitable chiacchiere, typical sweets of the period. A convivial experience that embodies the memory and identity of the village.

A Carnival that lasts all February

The celebrations in La Thuile are not limited to a single day: throughout February, romantic horse-drawn sleigh rides (around Valentine's Day) and activities for children in the snowpark, with the mascot Thuilly, take place. However, the Carnival remains the most cherished moment, capable of uniting the entire community in a day of pure joy in the heart of the Aosta Valley.