Magical Spring Interlacings at Strassoldo Castle: Crafts, Gardens &

Overview

Magical Spring Interlacings returns to Strassoldo Castle (Castello di Strassoldo di Sopra) for a three-day celebration of craftsmanship, nurseries and local heritage. The event takes place across the historic complex, featuring gardens, waterways and interior rooms that create a unique setting for contemporary makers.

What to expect

About 120 selected exhibitors from across Italy present artisanal products, rare plants and small-scale agricultural specialties. The exhibition route winds through the main palace, historic gardens, the centuries-old park and rural sections, ensuring varied and atmospheric encounters.

Programme and activities

• Guided tours of the historic park and the village of Strassoldo
• Hands-on workshops (raku ceramics, painting techniques, and more)
• Talks on sustainable gardening and heritage plant varieties
• Traditional games area and family-friendly activities

Practical information

Dates: April 10, 11 and 12, 2026.

Opening hours: Friday 10:00–19:00; Saturday and Sunday 9:00–19:00.

Tickets: paid entry. Typical fares range €12–€15 for adults; group discounts available. Free entry for children under 6 and visitors with disabilities (with appropriate documentation). To skip queues, purchase tickets online through official sales channels once available.

Visitor tips

• Recommended attire: country chic and comfortable shoes for walking on paths and lawns.
• Hats are welcome and may be included in official event photographs.
• Well-behaved dogs are permitted if kept on a leash and owners are prepared to clean up after them.
• The event runs rain or shine; small refreshment points are located along the route.

Why visit

Magical Spring Interlacings is an opportunity to see how a historic village remains vital through events that celebrate local skills, craftsmanship and landscape. Visitors can access parts of the castle usually closed to the public and explore the area’s long history and silent transformations.

How to get there

The Castello di Strassoldo di Sopra is in the municipality of Cervignano del Friuli, about 20 km from Udine and close to the Adriatic coast and notable heritage sites such as Aquileia and Palmanova. Local signage directs visitors to parking; check access arrangements and services before travel.