Sand Nativity: 21th edition 2024 / 2025

Now in its 21th edition, we are pleased to present you the great Sand Nativity in Lignano Sabbiadoro. The theme of the new edition is "The land, the lagoon and the sea", the inauguration day will be December 7th 2024, while the location will always be the same, a large structure created near the beach office nr. 6. A historic event near the sea that for years has attracted tens of thousands of visitors from all over Europe to see the sand nativity scene, an artistic work in continuous experimentation and evolution that for 21 years has exalted and contained the meaning of Christmas and the birth of Jesus.

Theme of the 21th edition of the sand nativity scene: "Panem Nostrum Cotidianum"

Theme 21st edition 2024: This year's work, entitled "Panem Nostrum Cotidianum". Food and the gift: traditions, cuisine, art and spirituality between Tagliamento and Isonzo. The theme explores the indissoluble bond between food and the gift, universal symbols of life and sharing deeply intertwined in the tradition of the Nativity scene and promises to be an exciting journey through the traditions, cuisine, art and spirituality of the area between Tagliamento and Isonzo.

Over the years the nativity scene has studied many conceptual aspects and religious themes, ranging from symbols and works, which refer to the most classic Neapolitan nativity scene, up to recognizable settings with values ​​and beliefs of the land in which we live. The interior fittings have been renovated with various technological components, everything has been designed with great attention to maximally enhance the beauty of the sculptural works on display.

The Sand Nativity in Lignano maintains a relationship with various professionals of the Sand Academy, organized by the Dome Aghe Savalon d’Aur Association, a large team made up of valiant artists, the guys who will create these wonderful works come from all Italian regions. An experience of almost 40 years of work, which since the beginning of this exhibition, collaborates with the city and the proloco of Lignano sabbiadoro in the realization of this great work on the sand.
We remind you that the crib is created without the use of glues or other similar materials for maintenance! only water, sand, and the skilled work of professionals in the sector are used.
The secret for its maintenance, creation and stability lies in compressing all the sand with great care for days.

Opening, dates and times of the Sand Nativity Scene 2024/2025

The nativity scene hours are from 10.00 to 18.00, or from 14.00 to 18.00.
Check the table below to check the days and times open to the public.
 

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Archivo 2023/2024 photo gallery.
The photos of the new edition will be published in the days preceding the inauguration.
 

Further information on visits, dates, and opening hours: www.presepelignano.it

Access mode

We remind you that admission is free as always, and a free offer is welcome.

Information on the sculptures: Accademia della Sabbia