Introduction
Romagna is the land of piadina, Sangiovese wine, and a contagious joy that transforms every festival into an unforgettable celebration.
The area boasts 4 protected-designation products and 4 dishes of the local tradition and 1 UNESCO heritage sites.
Upcoming Events & Festivals
Here are the upcoming events in Romagna:
Recurring Events
These events take place every year in Romagna:
Notte Rosa
Primo weekend di luglioRiviera Romagnola
Capodanno dell'estate con eventi e fuochi lungo tutta la Riviera.
Fiera del Formaggio di Fossa
NovembreSogliano al Rubicone
Apertura delle fosse e degustazione del formaggio DOP.
Festa della Piadina
SettembreBellaria-Igea Marina
Celebrazione della piadina romagnola IGP.
Al Meni
GiugnoRimini
Circo-mercato di cucina con chef stellati ideato da Massimo Bottura.
PDO, PGI and local products
The protected-designation products of Romagna represent the excellence of the area:
The unleavened bread that is the symbol of Romagna, filled with squacquerone, arugula, and prosciutto.
A fresh, creamy soft cheese, the ideal companion to piadina.
The red wine of Romagna, the perfect pairing for piadina and grilled dishes.
Cheese aged in tufa caves, with an intense and unique flavor.
What to eat in Romagna
The classic filling for Romagnol piadina.
Cheese-filled pasta (not meat) in capon broth.
Pasta made from grated bread, eggs, and Parmesan in broth.
Pasta made with just water and flour, hand-rolled, served with ragù or sauce.
Traditions & Culture
The summer New Year's celebration on the Riviera Romagnola with events, music, and fireworks.
Folk dancing is a heritage of Romagna, featuring mazurka, polka, and waltz.
UNESCO Heritage
Eight monuments featuring extraordinary Byzantine mosaics.
Nature Parks & Protected Areas
Ancient forests that are a UNESCO heritage site between Romagna and Tuscany.
Historical Figures
The master of Italian cinema, born in Rimini, immortalized Romagna in his films.
The 'king of liscio', composer of Romagna Mia, the unofficial anthem of Romagna.
Local Communities
The festivals and events in Romagna are organized by Pro Loco associations and local groups that safeguard the area's traditions:
Curiosities
“Piadina Romagnola is the only unleavened bread to have obtained the IGP mark.”
“The Byzantine mosaics of Ravenna are considered the most beautiful in the Western world.”
“Federico Fellini described Rimini as 'a jumble of dreams and memories'.”
“Formaggio di Fossa is sealed in tufa caves in August and emerges in November, completely transformed.”
Frequently Asked Questions
1What Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) and Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) products are found in Romagna?expand_more
Romagna is home to 4 protected designation products, including: Piadina Romagnola (PGI), Squacquerone di Romagna (PDO), Sangiovese di Romagna (DOC), and Formaggio di Fossa di Sogliano (PDO).
2What should I eat in Romagna?expand_more
Typical Romagnol dishes include: Piadina con squacquerone e rucola, Cappelletti romagnoli in brodo, Passatelli in brodo, and Strozzapreti. Each of these dishes tells a story of the territory's gastronomic tradition.
3What UNESCO World Heritage Sites are there in Romagna?expand_more
Romagna is home to 1 UNESCO World Heritage Site: the Paleochristian Monuments of Ravenna (Cultural, 1996).
4What are the most famous festivals in Romagna?expand_more
Among the most important food festivals and events in Romagna are: Notte Rosa (Riviera Romagnola, First weekend of July); Fiera del Formaggio di Fossa (Sogliano al Rubicone, November); Festa della Piadina (Bellaria-Igea Marina, September); Al Meni (Rimini, June).
5What natural parks are there in Romagna?expand_more
Protected natural areas in Romagna include: Parco Nazionale delle Foreste Casentinesi (National Park).
6Who organizes the festivals in Romagna?expand_more
Festivals in Romagna are organized by local communities such as the Consorzio della Piadina Romagnola and Pro Loco Sogliano al Rubicone. These Pro Loco associations and organizations are the guardians of the territory's gastronomic traditions.