Sagra della castagna e del marrone tipico

Every October, Zocca transforms into a temple dedicated to chestnuts and maroons, hosting a festival that celebrates one of the most prized fruits of the Modena Apennines. The event returns reliably to enchant visitors with the renowned Marroni di Zocca, bearing the Tradizione e sapori di Modena mark, bringing authentic mountain flavors from Emilia to the table. Throughout October Sundays, the historic town center fills with gastronomic stands where foragers, farmers, and traditional cooks share their specialties, creating a genuine and convivial atmosphere. The culinary variety on offer is extraordinary: from steaming roasted chestnuts to castagnacci, from ciacci to borlenghi, from crescentine to countless other traditional dishes that demonstrate how essential chestnuts are to local cuisine. Every recipe tells the story and tradition of these lands, where the relationship with this fruit runs deep and dates back centuries. The Sagra della castagna e del marrone di Zocca is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the gastronomic culture of the Modena Apennines. We recommend also visiting the Chestnut Museum with its indoor and outdoor educational paths to discover how this tree has shaped the life and economy of these mountains over the centuries.