Il "canto del maggio" is an ancient propitious practice for the advent of Spring, open-air theater where singing and acting is one of the many epic battles that took place in history as a metaphor of the struggle between good and evil, between winter and summer.
These shows usually took place in chestnuts or country aeurs.
Departing from the ancient hospital of Tea, along the way of the holy face and descending towards the village of Regnano, where a day is waiting for a taste and traditions here you can eat and listen to the ringing "canto del Maggio" by "Compagnia Monte Cusna "
h 10:00 – Meeting at Piazza al Serchio, station FS.
For those coming from Lucca: Train at 8:25 and arrive at destination at 9:50
For those coming from Aulla: Train at 9:31 am and arrive at destination at 10:09 am
Transferring with your own machines at Tea pitch: 20 '
In Regnano:
From 11:30 show of scene costume.
h 12:30 pm opening banquet for lunch.
h 14:30 / 16:30 – May song show
Return to Tea according to the needs of the group, no later than 18:00.
Technical details:
Km total: 12
Time on foot: 4h
Dsl total: +100
We recommend: Summer dressing, Tral Running hiking boots or trousers, Backpack at least 15 lt, Water 1.5 LT, Packed lunch for those who do not want to have dinner at the party, Hat and sun cream (optional).
For more info on equipment, route and costs please contact Manuel 380 124 1224 â or Daniele 340 48 76 237.
DISCOVERING THE TRADITION OF "MAGGIO"
Piazza al Serchio
2017, june 11