Emilia Romagna Castles

Magic of Lights at the Cloister of San Paolo An illuminated garden in the heart of Ferrara

Comune di Ferrara

Events may be subject to change, always contact organizers before going to the venue.

During the Christmas season, the Cloister of San Paolo is decked out in lights and transformed into a truly spectacular garden. Amidst sparkling installations, colorful displays, and enchanting atmospheres, visitors can stroll among glittering sleighs, oversized gift boxes, and a large luminous reindeer that dominates the space like a fairy-tale presence.

The route, designed to amaze young and old alike, offers perfect spots to capture the moment and fully breathe in the spirit of Christmas.
A simple, free experience that will fill you with wonder at every turn.

Dates: December 6, 2025 – January 6, 2026
Hours: every day, during the cloister's opening hours
WHERE
Piazzetta Alberto Schiatti, 44121, Ferrara, (FE)

free

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INFO & TICKETS
Iat ferrara
0532 419190
Largo Castello, Ferrara, (FE)
infotur@comune.fe.it
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