Easter and Ladin Traditions. Hotel Sassongher, Corvara, summer season opening on June 17th.

Happy Easter from Hotel Sassongher!

As Easter approaches, we invite you to discover the rich Ladin traditions that have been passed down through generations in the heart of the Dolomites. From the blessing of Easter baskets to the vibrant, symbolic eggs, these customs are an integral part of the region’s cultural heritage. Hotel Sassongher in Corvara – Dolomites, where the spirit of Ladin hospitality thrives, surrounded by breathtaking alpine landscape.

Hotel Sassongher will reopen on June 20, 2025, for the summer season. We look forward to welcoming you and guiding you through the enchanting Alta Badia: the beating heart of the Dolomites, a place for those who cherish nature, culture, authenticity and beauty.

Warmest Easter wishes from Rita, Richard and Francesco.

Happy Easter!

Hotel Sassongher 5* Corvara — 5* Hotel Sassogher, Corvara – Dolomites, Italy.

Easter and Ladin Traditions

Many Easter customs are still celebrated in our land today, marking the arrival of spring and honoring the renewed cycle of nature. Most of these traditions have deep root in the farming culture, which lies at the heart of our authentic identity. Ladinia, the region that includes Val Badia and other Dolomite valleys – is rich in history and age-old traditions that are passed down with pride and reverence from one generation to the next. Among the most cherished are the blessing of the Easter barsket and the coloring of eggs during this festive season.
Here are two stories, taken from Usi e Costumi del Sudtirolo – South Tyrolean Customs and Traditions, that reveal how these simple symbol remain alive in the customs and rituals of our people.

The Easter basket

Among the most beloved Easter traditions in many Ladin families, is the signè – the Easter basket. For the occasion, many family prepare a basket filled with a vairety of food, adorned with hand-emboidered cloths – a symbolic offering to be taken to church for blessing.

After the Lent period, the contents of the basket marked a joyful return to celebration, togetherness, and life. Particularly appreciated were the “rich” foods – those containg meat. Two meaningful items were never missing: the “focaccia di pane azzimo – a flatbread made from unleavened dough, and a bitter root of horseradish (jet), both symbols of Christ’s Passion.

Once home, sharing that meal became a moment of deep significance – a simple ritual, rich in sacred meaning. Still today, many Ladins honour this meaningful tradition.

The Tradition of Coloring Easter Eggs

The custom of colouring hard-boiled eggs – especially in shades of red – is an ancient and fascinating tradition. It dates back to the Middle Ages, when country folk were required to pay tributes in kind to local lords, particularly in springtime, the season of renewal and fertility.

In Tyrol, egg decoration was typically quite simple. But in Ladinia – a land of deep-rooted and vibrant culture – this custom took on a more refined and heartfelt form. Eggs were dyed using natural colors, often extracted from roots and flowers, and then offered as gifts, especially to children.

This in the origin of the Easter egg tradition as we know it: a simple gesture that carries with it the warmth of tradition, the joy of renewal, and the sweetness of family.

Hotel Sassongher 5 * – We look forward to Welcoming You!

Our the new summer season begins on June 20, 2025. We look forward to welcoming you with you for unforgettable moments in the heart of the Dolomites, in Alta Badia – South Tyrol. Immerse yourself in timeless elegance, breathtaking alpine views, and the warmth of our genuine Ladin hospitality.