SOANIADI - Valle Soana Games Without Frontiers

SOANIADI, the Valle Soana Games Without Frontiers

The SOANIADI are the valley's very own take on the famous "Games Without Frontiers": a day of team trials, playful challenges, and outdoor tournaments held in Ronco Canavese, the main town of the Soana Valley, in the heart of the Canavese area and the Metropolitan City of Turin, Piedmont. The event, organized by the Pro Loco of Ronco, was launched in 2025 and is part of the rich program of the San Giusto Patronal Feast, the most anticipated moment of the Ronco summer.

Teams and local spirit

The format captures the spirit of the traditional "Games Without Frontiers" on a smaller scale: teams, consisting of eight members, represent the various municipalities and hamlets of the valley. Between skill trials, timed races, and group challenges, the SOANIADI focus primarily on fun and that healthy local rivalry that has always connected the villages of the Soana Valley. The competitions take place outdoors, between Via Alpetta and the sports field in Ronco Canavese, with the captains' meeting held at the multi-purpose hall.

A festival for the whole valley

Beyond the competition, the SOANIADI are a gathering point for valley residents and the many vacationers who enliven Ronco Canavese during the summer months. The atmosphere is that of a traditional mountain village festival: large crowds cheering from the sidelines, support for one's own municipal team, and a day spent together in high spirits.

Where it takes place

Ronco Canavese is located in the upper part of the Soana Valley, one of the Gran Paradiso valleys in the province of Turin. The village, nestled in a stunning alpine setting, provides a natural backdrop for an event that celebrates the traditions and community life of the valley. The SOANIADI represent one of the most successful additions to the local summer calendar, engaging both young and old during the patron saint celebrations.