Pane e Magia - The Epiphany Market of Brusson
The traditional oven of Vollon and the Epiphany market
About Pane e Magia Brusson
A tradition that smells of black bread
During the Epiphany period, the hamlet of Vollon, in Brusson (Aosta Province), hosts Pane e Magia - The Epiphany Market. The heart of the event is the extraordinary opening of the historic community oven, where the traditional black bread made from rye is baked, a symbol of the Aosta Valley's Alpine culture.
The ritual of the community oven
The hamlet ovens (the fôr) have been the focal point of life in the Aosta Valley villages for centuries: in the past, families would bake large quantities of rye bread together, intended to last for months. Seeing the Vollon oven lit again means reliving an ancient, collective gesture, now passed down as a heritage of identity.
The market and entertainment
Around the oven, a market develops with stands of local crafts and typical products, accompanied by music and entertainment. It's an opportunity to taste the freshly baked black bread, discover the creations of the artisans of the Val d'Ayas, and experience the magical atmosphere of Epiphany.
Brusson and Epiphany in the Val d'Ayas
Pane e Magia is part of the rich calendar of events that Brusson dedicates to Epiphany, along with the Epiphany on Skis and the Epiphany Race. A weekend of celebration that closes the Christmas holidays amidst snow, traditions, and mountain flavors.
Pane e Magia Brusson — edition 2026
Pane e Magia - The Epiphany Market 2026 will be held on Saturday, January 3rd, starting at 10:00 AM, in the hamlet of Vollon (Rue Saint Pantaléon), in Brusson.
What to find
- Lighting and baking of black bread in the historic community oven of Vollon
- Market with stands of local crafts and typical products
- Music and entertainment throughout the day
Opportunity to participate in the baking of black bread and taste it fresh from the oven.
Programme Pane e Magia Brusson 2026
Saturday, January 3, 2026 — Vollon Hamlet, Brusson
- From 10:00 AM — Opening of the market and lighting of the historic community oven of Vollon
- Throughout the day — Baking of traditional black bread and opportunity for visitors to watch and participate
- Throughout the day — Local craft stands and typical products of the Val d'Ayas
- Throughout the day — Music and entertainment
Event organized by the Municipality of Brusson. Free admission. Information: [email protected].
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How to get here
Brusson can be reached from the Verrès motorway exit (A5), driving up the Val d'Ayas for about 20 km. The hamlet of Vollon is located along Rue Saint Pantaléon.
Admission
Access to the market and the oven area is free. Possibility to purchase black bread and local crafts.
Tips
Warm clothing. Don't miss the tasting of the freshly baked black bread.
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Forno tradizionale di Vollon
Frazione Vollon, Rue Saint Pantaléon, 11022 Brusson