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At the moment we are open only during the events.


Everything you have wanted since you were a child, here has turned into reality!
The contea Gentile is a very particular place. As soon as you arrive you feel it immediately: a mix of excitement and peace, of potential adventures and friendships hidden around the corner. Thousands of people who have already come to this land have said the same thing: "here you can breathe true Magic."

The project of La contea Gentile, still nearing completion, is the creation of a fantastic village immersed in the unchanged Abruzzo countryside, already full of stories, legends, good food and good air! Here you will find comfortable houses carved into the hill, adventurous dwarf caravans, woods where laughter echoes, a cool river to dive into in the summer months and good old good cultivated land...

Fundraising

One person alone can't build all this, many together Yes!
Whoever donates will be mentioned in the "Libro Mastro of La contea Gentile" where the salient facts of its creation and the names of those who made it so will be reported.

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Events

Past events

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Cinema
in Contea

18 • 19 • 20 July 2024

A Long
Expected Party

August • September 2024

Let's meet
Frodo Baggins

1 December 2024

Journey in Middle Earth

Have you ever wished you could enter middle earth, experience the adventures of halflings, elves and dwarves? And if I told you that this dream has come true?

Conscious of our wonderful Earth I felt the strong call of an adventure!

On Friday 27 August 2021, eight other adventurers and I, dressed up as fantasy characters, set off from Bucchianico (CH), right from the little House which now stands in La contea Gentile and we arrived on 2nd September 2021 on the Vesuvius to throw the only ring inside! It was an epic journey, fraught with real dangers and great hardships...

Frequently Asked Questions

Not yet. Although now the Contea Gentile is already characteristic, there is the little house and in itself it is delightful, with the ancient oak, the green hill, the woods all around and the little river, we advise against coming now. It may sound bad, but we want you to see 100% completed, while for now you would only see an unfinished work.

In occasion of the Events of La Contea Gentile it is possible to participate and have fun together with other enthusiasts! We keep the site up to date. All official information and ticket purchases will be available on the dedicated pages

For now, unfortunately, we are not able to host people for overnight stays, not even in tents (except for events). For that we will have to wait a little longer

It all depends on the outcome of the fundraiser

For now, unfortunately, we cannot organize hen/bachelor parties or private parties in general

We will update the website with more details in view of upcoming events. We advise you to follow the profile Instagram and subscribe to the Newsletter to find out the latest news

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Shipping & Returns

These policies apply to all products on our online store with the exception of event tickets.

Shipping

When will I receive my order?
Normally, it takes 3-7 business days to process an order, after which we ship it. Delivery times depend on your location and here is an estimate:

  • USA: 3-4 business days
  • Europe: 6-8 business days
  • Australia: 2-14 business days
  • Japan: 4-8 business days
  • International: 10-20 business days


Where will my order be shipped from?
We work with an on-demand order fulfillment company with facilities all over the world.

Will I have to pay customs duties?
A customs fee may apply to international orders. However, taxes are not under our control and vary from country to country, so please check with your local customs office to see if they charge any duties or taxes.
My order should have arrived, but it is late. What should I do? Before contacting us, please check the following:

  • check the shipping confirmation email for any errors in the delivery address;
  • check with your local post office;
  • ask your neighbors if the courier left the package with one of them.

If the address was correct and the courier did not leave the package at a post office or a neighbor, write to us at info@laconteagentile.it indicating the order number. If you have found an error in the delivery address we can send you a replacement order, but it will be at your expense.

Orders

How are the products made? We work with a print on demand dropshipper. They have locations all over the world, so depending on your shipping address, your orders are printed and shipped from the facility that can handle them most efficiently and quickly.

How can I track my package?
You will receive a tracking link for your package when your order is shipped.

I received a defective/damaged product, what should I do?
We are truly sorry if the product you ordered arrived damaged. To help us resolve the issue quickly, please write to us at info@laconteagentile.it within 2 weeks with photos of the product, your order number and any other details that may be useful to us. We will respond as soon as possible to find a solution!

Returns

Our return policies
We do not offer returns or exchanges, but if there is something wrong with your order please let us know by contacting us at info@laconteagentile.it.

Do you offer refunds?
We only offer refunds for defective or damaged items. If you have received a defective or damaged product please contact us at info@laconteagentile.it with photos.

Can I exchange an item for a different size/color?
We do not currently offer this option. If you are unsure about your size, please check our size guide, we have one for each item in the product description section.

Return Policy
Any claims for misprinted/damaged/defective items must be made within 30 days of receiving the product. For packages lost in transit, all claims must be made no later than 30 days from the estimated delivery date.

We do not accept returns of sealed products, such as masks, which are not suitable for return due to health or hygiene reasons. You agree that all orders returned with masks will not be available for reshipment and will be disposed of.

Notice for EU consumers: pursuant to Article 16(c) and (e) of Directive 2011/83/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 25 October 2011 on consumer rights, the right of withdrawal cannot be foreseen for:

1. the supply of goods made to the consumer's specifications or clearly personalized; 2. sealed goods which have been opened after delivery and are therefore not suitable for return for health protection or hygiene reasons, whereupon we reserve the right to refuse returns at its sole discretion.

Last update:
07.10.2024

DEED OF CONTRACT
CONDITIONS OF ENGAGEMENT

In the book and in the film, the most famous halfling in the shire finds himself having to sign a burglar's contract drawn up by the Dwarves with a thousand footnotes and paragraphs. You can find the reproduction of this contract, in English, everywhere, but this one you see was hand-written by one of the loyal "citizens" of our project, in Italian and with references to the Journey that the contea Gentile is undertaking: the Construction and the Birth of a place out of the ordinary!

This document can be filled in with the type of trade or service you can offer for the creation of the contea Gentile!

Handmade paper, custom font, pages cut out and sewn by hand with string and sealed with hot wax.

If you're curious, find out more about the Journey to Middle Earth here!

This document is not necessarily widely or legally recognized by states friend or foe, neighboring or distant, real or imagined. It has recognized and guaranteed validity only within the territories of the contea Gentile.

OFFICIAL COIN
OF LA CONTEA GENTILE

Minted in 2022, it depicts the symbol of the shire on one side, the Acorn. While on the other side the face of the nicest mayor there is, Nicolas Gentile. This coin was created by one of the loyal "citizens" of the county project, to support and grow it.

Attention: obviously this currency has no legal value in Italy or other countries (perhaps only in imaginary ones). This is a gadget/souvenir from La contea Gentile. Certainly more emotionally valuable than other currencies in circulation in the world!

OFFICIAL PASSPORT
OF LA CONTEA GENTILE

Always carry the Official Passport of LA CONTEA GENTILE with you! This is the most excellent identification document: every self-respecting resident of La contea Gentile, presumed or current never leaves home without it! This passport was created by one of the loyal "citizens" of the shire project, in support and growth of it.

Fill it out with the information, characteristics and details that distinguish you: gender, species, class, hair, eyes, build, particular brands and much more!

This document is not necessarily widely or legally recognized by friendly or hostile, neighbours or distant, real or imaginary states. It has recognized and guaranteed validity only within the territories of La contea Gentile. Please consult the official sources of the various kingdoms, citadels and states before visiting. Special visas and/or official stamps may be required.