FESTA DELLA TREBBIATURA (Threshing Festival)

The Festa della Trebbiatura in Castiglione Chiavarese is an extraordinary opportunity to immerse yourself in Liguria's rural heritage. On July 26th, the tiny village of Velva transforms into a living stage of peasant history. In the heart of Alta Val Petronio, nestled in the mountains inland from Sestri Levante, the last grain farmers keep alive a thousand-year-old tradition, turning simple threshing into an event celebrating the unbreakable bond between people and land. Recognized as an Authentic Event by the Liguria Region, this genuine reenactment is far more than folklore—it's a true journey through time. On the small square in front of the Oratorio di Velva, visitors will witness traditional techniques for separating grain from chaff, discovering the secrets of a craft that has shaped local economy and culture for centuries. Beyond the historical reenactment, the festival offers an authentic gastronomic experience with exquisite traditional Ligurian dishes, perfect for completing a day of cultural discovery. Those wishing to delve deeper into the region's rural heritage can visit the Museo Diffuso della Cultura Contadina, an ethnographic exhibition documenting ancient crafts and customs of the past.