Sagra della pera spadona

The Sagra della Pera Spadona of Castel Madama is a festival with roots dating back to 1958, celebrating one of Lazio's most extraordinary fruits. Every July, the local ProLoco Association transforms the town into a stage of flavors and traditions, where the undisputed star is the Pera Spadona, known locally as "stuvaletta". This particular fruit owes its name to a visionary farmer from the 19th century who, through skillful grafting, created a pear with exceptional organoleptic qualities, becoming a fundamental economic resource for the territory.

During the three-day festival, Castel Madama comes alive with exhibitions, performances, historical parades and live concerts that engage visitors of all ages. The true magic of the sagra lies in the opportunity to taste the pears for free directly from producers, discovering the juiciness, sweetness and distinctive aftertaste that distinguish them. The Pera Spadona is not just a fruit to eat fresh, but a versatile ingredient in the kitchen, appreciated for its perfect balance between sweetness and acidity and the pleasant texture of the flesh.

This event represents much more than a simple gastronomic festival: it is recognition of a cultural and agricultural heritage that has characterized for generations the history and economy of Castel Madama. With production reaching peaks of thirteen thousand quintals annually, the Pera Spadona has even conquered the markets of Rome, becoming a symbol of Lazio's agricultural excellence.