A Sunday with Frisa

On Sunday, November 29, 2026, “Una domenica con la Frisa” returns to Sondalo, with the 34th Provincial Show of the Capra Frisa Frontalasca or Valtellinese and the 36th Provincial Competition of short-haired goat and sheep breeds.

The event is one of the most important appointments in the provincial livestock scene, dedicated to promoting goat and sheep farming, an ancient profession that is part of the history and traditions of our mountains and deserves to be protected and supported.

Over the years, the event has grown and consolidated its prestige, becoming an important opportunity for meeting, discussion and friendship among breeders and enthusiasts, with particular attention to the native Frisa Frontalasca or Valtellinese breed, whose origins are tied to Frontale, a hamlet of Sondalo. A livestock and cultural heritage to be preserved, telling the deep bond between local communities, the area and the world of mountain farming.

The 2026 edition will also be dedicated to the memory of Valeriano Pozzi, a breeder from Sondalo, in remembrance of his commitment and his connection with this important tradition.

The show will take place at the parish sports field in Sondalo, on Via Donatori di Sangue, with a program starting early in the morning:

• 8.00 am: gathering of participants and arrangement of the animals in the pens.
• 9.00 am: start of the judges’ work and, during the event, blessing of the animals.
• 12.00 pm: lunch open to everyone at the Oratorio hall.
• 3.30 pm: announcement of the overall winners.

Throughout the day, bar and sandwich service will be available in the event area. The event will also feature craft and hobby markets, chainsaw carving demonstrations, accordions and workshops, to engage the public and make the day a celebration for the whole community.

Business registrations must be submitted by Friday, November 20, by filling in the appropriate form and sending it by email to: info.sondalo@bormio.live or via WhatsApp to 0342.801816. Payment can be made directly at the Infopoint or online at www.sondaloturismo.it.

The traditional breeders’ dinner will instead take place on Friday, December 11, at 8.00 pm, at the “Delle Alpi Sondalo” Restaurant.

The event is part of the series of initiatives “Sondalo – Cerchi di montagna e passione” and is promoted by APT Sondalo “Tria Lilia” and the Municipality of Sondalo, in collaboration with local associations, breeders and the Oratorio of Sondalo.

An event that, year after year, renews attention to a heritage of traditions, knowledge and activities that are part of the identity of our mountains, keeping alive a culture that continues to be a precious resource for the area.