Introduction
The Majella and Peligna Valley are the wild heart of Abruzzo, a land of arrosticini, confetti, and gentian liqueur.
The area boasts 3 protected-designation products and 3 dishes of the local tradition.
Upcoming Events & Festivals
Here are the upcoming events in Majella e Peligna:
Recurring Events
These events take place every year in Majella e Peligna:
Giostra Cavalleresca di Sulmona
LuglioSulmona
Sfide equestri tra i borghi con corteo medievale.
Madonna che Scappa in Piazza
PasquaSulmona
La corsa della Madonna incontro al Cristo Risorto.
Sagra dei Confetti
AgostoSulmona
Celebrazione dell'arte confettiera sulmonese.
PDO, PGI and local products
The protected-designation products of Majella e Peligna represent the excellence of the area:
What to eat in Majella e Peligna
Skewers of lamb meat cooked over charcoal, an iconic Abruzzo specialty.
Confetti covered with chopped almonds, a specialty of Sulmona's confectioneries.
Guitar-cut pasta with lamb ragù from the pastoral tradition.
Traditions & Culture
Easter tradition: the statue of the Madonna runs to meet the Risen Christ in the square.
Medieval reenactment featuring equestrian challenges between Sulmona's boroughs.
Nature Parks & Protected Areas
Sacred mountain of Abruzzo with hermitages and home to the Apennine wolf and Marsican bear.
Historical Figures
Publio Ovidio Nasone, author of the Metamorphoses, was born in Sulmona in 43 BC.
He lived as a hermit in the Morrone cave on Majella before being elected Pope.
Local Communities
The festivals and events in Majella e Peligna are organized by Pro Loco associations and local groups that safeguard the area's traditions:
Curiosities
“Confetti di Sulmona have been produced since the 15th century and are crafted into flowers and artistic compositions.”
“Majella is called the "Mother Mountain" for its hermitages and the eremitic tradition of Pope Celestino V.”
“Sulmona is the "confetti capital" and home to the Giostra Cavalleresca, a medieval tradition.”
Frequently Asked Questions
1What PDO and IGP products are found in Majella and Peligna?expand_more
In Majella and Peligna there are 3 protected designation products, including: Confetti di Sulmona (PAT), Aglio Rosso di Sulmona (PAT), Pecorino della Majella (PAT).
2What should I eat in Majella and Peligna?expand_more
The typical dishes of Majella and Peligna include: Arrosticini, Confetto riccio di Sulmona, Maccheroni alla chitarra con ragù d'agnello. Each of these dishes tells the gastronomic story of the territory.
3What are the most famous festivals in Majella and Peligna?expand_more
Among the most important festivals and events in Majella and Peligna: Giostra Cavalleresca di Sulmona (Sulmona, July); Madonna che Scappa in Piazza (Sulmona, Easter); Sagra dei Confetti (Sulmona, August).
4What natural parks are in Majella and Peligna?expand_more
Protected natural areas in Majella and Peligna include: Parco Nazionale della Majella (National Park).
5Who organizes festivals in Majella and Peligna?expand_more
Festivals in Majella and Peligna are organized by local communities such as the Museo dell'Arte Confettiera and Pro Loco Sulmona. These local organizations are the guardians of the territory's gastronomic traditions.