Pradola d'Amore Festival

A creativity festival in the villages of Lunigiana

The Pradola d'Amore Festival is a creative gathering held in Pradola, a small rural locality linked to the hamlet of Castevoli, in the municipality of Mulazzo (province of Massa-Carrara, Tuscany). In a quiet and authentic corner of Lunigiana, the event invites participants and visitors to rediscover the pleasure of writing and drawing as tools for self-expression.

A writing and drawing competition

At the heart of the event is a creative competition that combines two forms of expression: writing and drawing. The goal, as the organizers explain, is to provide an opportunity to give voice to ideas and emotions through words and images, highlighting the talent and passion of the participants. The intimate, village-scale format makes the festival a unique experience compared to larger events: here, authenticity and a direct connection with the place and the community are what matter most.

The Esploranda Association

The festival is promoted by the Esploranda Association, a local organization dedicated to scientific and cultural outreach in Lunigiana. For years, the association has been active in organizing initiatives that bring people of all ages closer to culture, science, and creativity, with a special focus on involving schools and families in the Mulazzo area and its surroundings.

Mulazzo, land of Dante and the Malaspina family

The setting makes the festival even more evocative. Mulazzo is one of the most fascinating villages in Lunigiana, an ancient possession of the Malaspina marquises and a place linked to the memory of Dante Alighieri, who tradition says found refuge here during his exile. The historic center preserves the famous Dante's Tower and remnants of its medieval past. Participating in the Pradola d'Amore Festival also means immersing yourself in a territory rich in history, nature, and traditions, far from mass tourism circuits.

An experience between creativity and territory

• Writing competition open to enthusiasts of all ages
• Drawing competition to express emotions through images
• Set in the rural village of Pradola, in Lunigiana
• An opportunity to discover Mulazzo and its historical-cultural heritage

The Pradola d'Amore Festival represents a small jewel in the cultural scene of the province of Massa-Carrara: a genuine event that focuses on people's creativity and the love for a territory with great identity value.