Spring in the Villages: guided openings and walks in small towns on 19

Spring in the Villages: explore hamlets and small towns

On Sunday, 19 April 2026, the nationwide initiative returns to open monuments and historic sites in small towns and hamlets. The program highlights lesser-known cultural and environmental assets through guided visits and special openings.

Highlighted routes

• Santo Stefano del Sole (AV): meeting in Piazza del Sole for a visit to the Belvedere della Gentilezza, a walk through the historic Castelluccio quarter and insights on the Samnite settlement. Participants can also see the old washhouse and the Sorgenti Urciuoli, sources that fed an ancient Augustan aqueduct.
• Cava de' Tirreni (SA): an urban trek in the Scacciaventi district, famous for its long porticoed street—the guided route by architect Lorenzo Santoro highlights architectural layers and the social role of arcades.
• Alife (CE): visit to the hamlet of San Michele, focusing on local churches, the plaster statue of Saint Michael and the conservation work that safeguarded local religious art.

Why attend

The event offers a chance to discover local landscapes, traditions and architecture while supporting the promotion of minor heritage sites. Openings and guided tours foster direct engagement with historical and environmental locations, involving both communities and visitors.

Practical information

• Date: 19 April 2026
• Times: activities run throughout the day; check specific schedules for each stop.
• Advice: wear comfortable clothes and sturdy shoes for uneven terrain; respect local rules during visits.

For precise schedules, meeting points and participation details, contact local organizers or the official information channels for the initiative.