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San Nicolò – protettore degli zattieri e naviganti

6 December @ 0:00

Free participation for those who have their own equipment (kayak, canoe, SUP, packraft, etc.).
For those who want to experience the thrill of reaching Belluno via the river, as the timber rafters did in the past, it will be possible to participate in a rafting descent led by the guides of Dolomiti Rafting, at a cost of €40 per person. Participants will be provided with a dry suit, helmet, and life jacket, to enjoy the experience in total safety and comfort. Info and reservations: www.canyoningborgovalbelluna.it

On Saturday, December 6th, there will be a reenactment of the history and blessing of the Zattieri of Piave and the rafts in modern attire with the blessing of all those who today navigate the Piave for sport, work, or passion.

The program:
– 2:00 PM meeting at Ponte nelle Alpi (riverbed of the Piave) with kayak, canoe, packraft, SUP, raft
– 2:30 PM departure for descent to Borgo Piave
– 3:30/4:00 PM arrival at Borgo Piave
– 4:00 PM blessing of the vessels and navigators with the presence of Saint Nicholas for the children
– 4:30 PM tea and mulled wine

Extras:
– it will be possible to visit the Museum of the Zattieri and the river port of Borgo Piave and the Museum of the Dolomitic Masks and the Church of San Nicolò
– possibility to participate in the descent of the Piave in a raft

Reenactment of the historic blessing of the Zattieri

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Date:
6 December
Time:
0:00
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