Celebrate Christmas and New Year in the heart of Tuscany at COMO Castello Del Nero. From ice skating and artisanal family activities to fireside aperitivi, Tuscan dining and restorative wellness, experience the festive season within our 12th-century estate.
Welcome Christmas at the Castello with a festive aperitivo beside the fireplace at La Taverna. For the occasion, enjoy a specially curated selection of festive drinks and cocktails from the bar menu.
December 24th 2026, 3.30pm to 5.30pm
Festive Afternoon Tea
Celebrate Christmas Eve in the warmth of the Castello with a complimentary festive afternoon tea beside the fireplace at La Taverna.
December 24th
A Tuscan Christmas Eve
Gather for a Christmas Eve aperitivo at La Taverna, choosing from a curated selection of festive drinks and cocktails from the bar menu, before dinner at your restaurant of choice.
Drinks and dinner are charged according to the respective menus. Restaurant reservations are recommended
December 25th 2026
Christmas Day At The Castello
Begin Christmas Day with a leisurely festive breakfast, followed by a Christmas aperitivo from 12.30pm and a celebratory lunch at La Torre from 1.00pm. As the afternoon unfolds, gather beside the fireplace for traditional board games and hot chocolate, embracing the warmth and joy of Christmas at the Castello.
EUR 200 per adult | EUR 75 per child
Optional wine pairing: EUR 90 per person
January 1st 2027
New Year's Day
Welcome 2027 with a leisurely New Year’s Day brunch, served until 2.30pm for resident guests, followed by a relaxed afternoon of seasonal traditions.
Gather around the fire at La Taverna for complimentary roasted chestnuts and marshmallows from 3.00pm, before raising a glass to the year ahead with a mixology experience at 5.30pm.
Brunch: EUR 150 per adult | EUR 65 per child aged four to 12
Mixology Experience: EUR 100 per person
December 31st 2026, from 7.00pm
Countdown Party
Bid farewell to 2026 with an elegant evening of celebration at the Castello. Begin with a Champagne reception from 7.00pm, followed by a New Year's Eve Gala Dinner at La Torre at 8.00pm. As midnight approaches, continue the festivities with DJ entertainment at Sala delle Volte, before coming together for the countdown and a celebratory midnight toast.
FESTIVE HIGHLIGHTS
Embrace the festive season throughout December with activities for all ages, from ice skating and board games to a festive photo booth. On selected days, younger guests can follow a Christmas treasure hunt around the Castello, while fireside aperitivi offer a relaxed moment to gather.
December 23rd 2026, 3.00pm
ARTISANAL CHRISTMAS BAUBLE DECORATING
Young guests can decorate handcrafted ceramic Christmas baubles under the guidance of an expert, creating a festive keepsake to take home.
December 23rd 2026, 4.00pm
TUSCAN OLIVE OIL AND BREAD RITUAL
Discover a cherished Tuscan tradition with a tasting of the estate's extra virgin olive oil, served with Tuscan bread in the welcoming atmosphere of La Taverna.
December 27th to 30th 2026, 11.00am
Traditional Truffle Hunting
Embark on an exquisite truffle hunting experience this festive season amid the rolling hills of our Tuscan estate. Venture into the woods with an expert truffle hunter in search of these prized delicacies, before enjoying a four-course lunch highlighting the unique and luxurious flavours of truffles.
EUR 320 per adult (over 12) | EUR 160 per child aged 6 to 11 (accompanied by an adult)
December 28th 2026, 4.00pm
Tuscan Cooking Class
Celebrate the festive season with a hands-on Italian pasta-making experience. Guided by Executive Chef Giovanni Luca Di Pirro or his assistant, discover the art of making fresh pasta using traditional Italian techniques, before sitting down at Pavilion to savour the dishes you have prepared.
EUR 160 per adult (over 12) | EUR 80 per child aged 9 to 11 (accompanied by an adult)
FESTIVE RESET
Find balance and renewal amid the celebrations with wellness experiences designed to restore body and mind for the year ahead.
WELLNESS AT COMO SHAMBHALA
Find a moment of calm amid the celebrations with COMO Shambhala’s programme of restorative treatments, movement and thermal experiences, subject to the final festive schedule.