Sagra della Sagna e Fagioli 2026 – Settefrati

Sagra della Sagna e Fagioli 2026 a Settefrati: la festa del piatto povero Il 20 agosto 2026, a Settefrati (FR), torna la storica Sagra della Sagna e Fagioli: cottura all’aperto nei grandi paioli, distribuzione gratuita del piatto tipico e festa in piazza con musica popolare, nel cuore della Valle di Comino e della Ciociaria. È […]

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Famine in Settefrati in 1763-1764

The Great Famine of 1763-64 in Settefrati: The Memoir of Abbot Michelangelo Carelli In the archives of the parish of S. Maria della Tribuna in Settefrati, the last two folios of the Liber matrimoniorum preserve a historical testimony of exceptional value: the account of the terrible famine that struck central Italy between 1763 and 1764. The author is Abbot Michelangelo Carelli, [...].

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Aniceto Venturini and the Hymn to Our Lady of Canneto

Aniceto Venturini and the “Evviva Maria” Hymn: History of the Poet Mayor of Settefrati Aniceto Venturini (1843-1887) is a pivotal figure in the history and culture of the Comino Valley. Known primarily as the author of ’Evviva Maria“, the official hymn of Settefrati pilgrims to the Madonna of Canneto, Venturini was also a tireless administrator, holding the office of Mayor from 1872 [...].

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The Canneto Aqueduct and the Settefrati Fountain

The Canneto Aqueduct and the Settefrati “Fontanone”: A History of Struggle and Progress The Settefrati 'Fontanone', a symbol of the town's community, is now over a century old. It was officially inaugurated in the summer of 1900, celebrated by speeches by the then mayor, Judge Pasquale Venturini (1873-1918), and his deputy Ferdinando Gramegna (1863-1942). It was an immense day of celebration, [...].

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Weekend 19-21 December in Valle di Comino

Christmas magic in Valle di Comino: Guide to Weekend Events (19-22 December 2025) The Comino Valley is preparing to experience one of the most intense and evocative weekends of the year. Amongst craft markets, traditional flavours, polyphonic concerts and the ever-present arrival of Father Christmas, the villages in the province of Frosinone offer a very rich calendar of events to [...]

Christmas in Settefrati 2025

The Magic of Christmas 2025 Returns to Settefrati – Get ready to experience a unique and traditional atmosphere! The Municipality of Settefrati and the Pro Loco present a packed programme of events for Christmas 2025, a series of events designed to engage all ages, from activities for children to convivial tasting sessions. The initiative kicks off on 8 December and continues […]

Settefrati: The role of cultural venues in inland areas

On Saturday 27 September 2025, at 4.30 pm, at the community space “La Bottega Parlante” in Settefrati (FR), the event “The role of cultural venues in inland areas” will take place, an event dedicated to promoting reading, cultural exchange and libraries as meeting places. The programme includes: 📚 Presentation of the book “L’asino mancino. Archeologia di un’educazione” by Paolo Vittoria (ed. […]

Settefrati, Borgo con Gusto 2025: 20th Magnalonga

Borgo con Gusto 2025: the Magnalonga of the flavours of the Comino Valley returns to Settefrati on 9 August The picturesque village of Settefrati, in the heart of the Comino Valley, is preparing to host the 20th edition of “Borgo con Gusto - Magnalonga”, scheduled for Saturday 9 August 2025, starting at 19:00. A food and wine route through the ancient alleys of the village, [...]

Living Passion in Settefrati

The Living Passion in Settefrati – A moving re-enactment of the Passion of Christ 📅 Saturday 28 March 2026🕣 8.30 pm📍 Piazza Municipio, Settefrati (FR) The parishes of St Stephen the Protomartyr and St Michael the Archangel, in collaboration with the Municipal Council and the Pro Loco of Settefrati, are organising an event of great emotional and spiritual impact: the Living Passion. Join us for a moving re-enactment of the Passion of […]

Carnival 2025 in Settefrati

Settefrati Carnival 2025: Parade, Music and Tradition Settefrati is gearing up for the 2025 Carnival with a day of celebrations centred on local traditions and fun. Check out the full programme and join in this unique event in the stunning setting of the Comino Valley. 📅 Settefrati Carnival Programme – Saturday 1 March […]