Hotel Viking in Viserbella di Rimini is open all year round, including Christmas and New Year. Rimini in winter has a special charm: the winter sea, the lights, the markets, the sand nativity scenes and one of the most famous New Year's Eve celebrations in Italy. And just a short walk from the hotel there's the party on the beach at Viserbella.
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01New Year's Eve on the beach at Viserbella: dinner at E Tendon
In Viserbella New Year's Eve is also celebrated by the sea: the local tourism committee organises a New Year's Eve dinner with entertainment and music at E Tendon, a marquee set up on the beach, a short walk from the hotel.
After the party you walk back to your room, with no need to think about the car. For information and bookings for the dinner just ask us: we'll tell you what to do.
02Christmas in Rimini and the surrounding area
- Sand nativity scenes: at Torre Pedrera, just next to Viserbella, a large nativity scene sculpted in sand is set up every year, one of the most visited on the Riviera.
- Christmas markets and lights in the centre of Rimini, with the tree and the illuminations in piazza Cavour.
- The World's Longest New Year's Eve: the programme of events, concerts and shows with which Rimini celebrates the holiday season.
- The Assalto al castello: on New Year's Eve, the fireworks show at Castel Sismondo, in piazza Malatesta, in the centre of Rimini.
- In the hilltop villages: the Natale delle Meraviglie in San Marino, the Christmas Castle in Gradara and Il Paese del Natale in Sant’Agata Feltria. You'll find it all on the Inland hills and villages page.
03The sea in winter
A walk on the beach on a sunny winter's day, the sea calm and all quiet: it's one of the loveliest pleasures of the Riviera out of season.
The hotel has air-conditioned rooms with sea-view balconies, heated in winter, and the private car park in front of the entrance, handy on holidays too.
04The holidays at the hotel
At Christmas and New Year Hotel Viking stays open just like the rest of the year: the Antonioli family welcomes you to a family-run hotel, with air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant serving Romagna cooking and the bar for a coffee or an aperitif when you get back from your walks.
Over the holidays many guests choose a short stay of two or three nights: arrive on Christmas Eve or 30 December, celebrate and leave at your leisure. Send us your dates and we'll prepare a tailor-made quote with the board option you prefer.
05Getting around over the holidays
The centre of Rimini, with its lights, markets and concerts in the squares, is about a quarter of an hour away by car or bus; the Torre Pedrera sand nativity scene is a few minutes away, even on foot along the sea. For San Marino, Gradara and the inland villages you'll need the car: you'll find travel times and ideas on the inland hills and villages page.
You can leave your car in the private car park in front of the hotel, fenced and with CCTV, at €6 per night. On New Year's Eve you can walk to E Tendon.
06Christmas and New Year at a glance
| Open | open at Christmas, New Year and Epiphany |
|---|---|
| New Year’s Eve | New Year's Eve dinner with music at E Tendon, on the beach at Viserbella |
| In Rimini | the Assalto al castello, fireworks at Castel Sismondo |
| Sand nativity scene | at Torre Pedrera, a few minutes from the hotel |
| Rimini centre | lights and markets, about 15 minutes |
| Nearby | San Marino, Gradara, Sant’Agata Feltria |
| Epiphany | Happyfania Volley youth tournament |
| Parking | private, in front of the hotel, €6 per night |
| Rooms | air-conditioned, with balcony |
See also events in Rimini, Happyfania at Epiphany, our rooms, pet friendly and offers.
Between one event and the next, the Fellini Museum is open in December too, except on Mondays: take a look at our winter B&B offer with the Fellini Museum.
07What our guests say
What guests write on TripAdvisor.
Christmas at the Viking
“I stayed with my husband and our dog from the 23rd to the 27th of this month and I have to say I felt really at home: a family atmosphere, a very clean room and bathroom, genuine home-style food.”
In winter too
“Recommended for both summer holidays and winter stays”
08Ask for a quote
Message us on WhatsApp, call us on 0541 721064 or send an email to info@viking.rimini.it: we'll put together a tailor-made offer for you.
See also: Events in Rimini · Hinterland and hilltop villages · FAQ.
09FAQ
Is Hotel Viking open at Christmas and New Year?
Yes, Hotel Viking is open all year round, including over Christmas and New Year.
Where can you celebrate New Year's Eve in Viserbella?
In Viserbella the local tourism committee organises a New Year's Eve dinner with entertainment and music at E Tendon, a marquee on the beach a short walk from the hotel.
What is there to see in Rimini at Christmas?
The sand nativity scene at Torre Pedrera, the Christmas markets and lights in the centre, the events of the "World's Longest New Year's Eve" and, nearby, the Natale delle Meraviglie in San Marino and the Christmas Castle in Gradara.
Is there parking over the holidays?
Yes, the hotel has a private car park in front of the entrance, fenced and with CCTV, at €6 per night.
Can I come at Christmas with my dog?
Yes, Hotel Viking is pet friendly all year round: dogs are allowed everywhere except in the dining room.
How far is Rimini centre?
About a quarter of an hour by car or bus; the sea is 100 metres from the hotel.
How do I book the New Year's Eve dinner at E Tendon?
The dinner is organised by the Viserbella tourism committee: ask us and we'll tell you how to book it.
Do you give quotes for short stays over the holidays?
Yes, even for two or three nights: message us on WhatsApp, call 0541 721064 or write to info@viking.rimini.it.
