"Adopt a Light": the initiative of Luci sul Trasimeno and 3Bee

Luci sul Trasimeno is an annual event that, during the Christmas period, illuminates the shores of Lago Trasimeno in Umbria. It has been taking place in Castiglione del Lago, one of the most beautiful villages in Italy, since 2019 and over time the event has gained great notoriety. It is a true Christmas festival, which stands out for its ability to combine the natural beauty of the lake with artistic light installations, creating an enchanted atmosphere that attracts visitors from all over Italy and beyond. Each year, the organisers and artists involved introduce new and surprising installations that enhance the cultural and natural heritage of Lake Trasimeno, making it a magical place during the Christmas season.

The real star of Luci sul Trasimeno is the World's largest Christmas tree built on water: a true marvel, a unique work of electrical engineering. It can be described as the tree of records: 1080 metres long and 50 metres wide, 166 supporting poles,7,165 metres of cable, 2400 perimeter lights and 250 interior lamps. In addition, the electricity used to light the tree comes 100% from renewable sources. The commitment to the construction of this work, involving over 150 people, reflects the dedication and passion of the local community. The Christmas Tree is the absolute star of the event, which every year brings excitement and special effects to young and old alike.

Photo from the Luci sul Trasimeno website

The "Tree Trail" is a journey through Christmas magic that goes beyond the imposing Christmas tree. This itinerary includes attractions such as Father Christmas's Village and a videomapping on the Medieval Fortress, which enchant visitors of all ages. The opportunity to admire the tree in all its facets, with the reflections of the lights on the water creating an ever-changing effect, makes every visit to the festival an unforgettable and ever-changing experience. The festival, open every evening from 8 December 2023 to 6 January 2024, becomes a place of meeting, celebration and sharing, where the community and visitors come together in appreciation of art, light and the spirit of Christmas.

The programme of Luci sul Trasimeno 2023 is very rich. An innovative video-mapping experience takes place inside the historic Rocca del Leone: the public will be able to immerse themselves in "Il Natale di Pi" (Pi's Christmas), a narration that follows the adventures of a modern boy brought back to the magic of Christmas by a special encounter. The location of the Village of Santa Claus has also been completely renovated. The exhibition "Nativity Scenes of Art and Light - the Nativity in the History of Art", which adds a cultural touch to the event, with works of art and multimedia installations that pay homage to historical figures in art, takes place in Palazzo della Corgna. Other initiatives include the Christmas Market, the 'Castiglione del Lego' exhibition and the 'Luci sul Trasimeno' running trophy. The festival thus confirms itself as a centre of festivity, culture and entertainment for all ages, making every visit a unique and memorable experience.

For the year 2023, Luci sul Trasimeno has launched the initiative "Adopt a light" in cooperation with 3Bee: anyone can "adopt" one of the 2400 lights of the Christmas tree built on the water, while contributing to a broader environmental protection project. By adopting a light, participants will receive a symbolic parchment, a gadget and a gift card 3Bee, thanks to which they will contribute to monitoring and protecting 150 bees, which will pollinate some 150,000 flowers. An opportunity to actively engage in protecting biodiversity by monitoring and protecting bees in 3Bee's Oases of Biodiversity: urban and agroforestry habitats created in areas of low biodiversity, with the aim of regenerating it. Want to know more?