Sagra della castagna di Serino IGP

Nestled among the Picentini mountains of Irpinia rises Serino, a village that has safeguarded one of Southern Italy's finest gastronomic treasures for centuries: the Castagna di Serino IGP. Every autumn, when the chestnut groves turn golden and the forest's fragrance fills the air, this small Campanian town transforms into a stage where local agricultural tradition celebrates its most precious product. The Sagra della Castagna di Serino, held from October 10–12, 2026, is far more than a simple food festival: it is an authentic ritual that unites the community around a millennia-old cultural heritage, where every chestnut tells a story of dedication and love for the land. During these three days, the village comes alive with gastronomic offerings that showcase the unique organoleptic qualities of this fruit: steaming roasted chestnuts, rustic soups, fresh pasta, and traditional sweets like bocconotti and chestnut cake, alongside slow-cooked meat dishes with prized Aglianico wine. What you will find in Serino is not merely food, but a genuine culinary language that speaks of authentic Campania—that peasant cuisine which has transformed simplicity into excellence. Beyond the table's pleasures, the festival offers a complete cultural experience: guided tours of chestnut groves and farms, folk performances, popular music, and local crafts enliven the historic center's streets. It is the perfect opportunity to discover how a product has conquered international markets while remaining faithful to its territorial roots and the genuine hospitality that characterizes Irpinia.