Since 2002 every year, on six Sundays between November and December, the appointment is renewed with one of the most anticipated and renowned winter events in the Biella area, capable of attracting more than 25 thousand visitors, the Angels Market.
The village is decorated with lights, Christmas ornaments and four big bamboo angels, symbolizing peace and love.
The exhibitors, one hundred at each date, hosted in the characteristic wooden houses or in their decorated stalls situated through the streets, offer a suggestive Christmas moment.
Walking between the stalls visitors can find craft works, sweets and delicacies, and many gift ideas.
At the four dining options in the area, people can keep warm with the typical vin brulè (similar to mulled wine), roast chestnuts and hot chocolate; otherwise they can enjoy warm dishes from the Piedmont cuisine. It is moreover set up a gluten free corner.
Visiting the Angels Market also means discovering the little village of Sordevolo, with its Passion Museum, the exposition of the Archive Lanifici Vercellone, the adorned roads and the natural attractions, or the characteristic Cribs of Verdobbio, a hamlet of the village.
It means as well discovering the simple hospitality and warmth of its inhabitants, and enjoying the good food from the many local restaurants. Visiting Sordevolo means discovering the Elvo Valley with its natural beauties and the hospitality offered by tourist facilities.