Historical ReenactmentAugust
La Torta dei Fieschi (The Fieschi Cake)
location_onLavagna, Genova e Dintorni
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Date
August 14, 2026
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Free
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La Torta dei Fieschi is one of Liguria's most enchanting events, a celebration that since 1949 has transformed the streets of Lavagna into a medieval journey every August 14th. A sumptuous costumed procession winds through the city to the Fieschi Tower, creating a magical and evocative atmosphere that attracts thousands of visitors from across Italy. The most spectacular moment is undoubtedly the cake cutting ceremony, featuring a monumental dessert weighing an impressive thirteen quintals, crafted by local master pastry chefs. According to tradition, after the proclamation of the Countess's wedding vows is read, the cutting of the cake marks the beginning of a charming game: whoever finds the soulmate hidden in the cake will have good fortune in love. But most importantly, you'll enjoy a generous slice of this culinary masterpiece alongside over fifteen thousand fellow celebrants. During the cake distribution, the festivities reach their peak with captivating medieval entertainment: weapons displays, courtly duels, period dances, historic music, and fire-eaters animate the evening. An immersive historical reenactment where gastronomy meets history, delivering an unforgettable experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does La Torta dei Fieschi take place?expand_more
The event is held every year on August 14th in Lavagna, in the province of Genoa. It is an uninterrupted tradition dating back to 1949.
How much does the cake weigh?expand_more
The cake weighs an impressive thirteen quintals (1,300 kg). It is crafted by Lavagna's master pastry chefs and is one of Italy's largest desserts.
How many people attend the event?expand_more
The event draws a crowd that, in recent years, never drops below fifteen thousand people. It is one of Liguria's most well-attended celebrations.
What is the significance of the cake game?expand_more
According to tradition, whoever finds the soulmate hidden in the cake will have good fortune in love. It is a charming augural game that accompanies the cake distribution.
What characterizes the historical procession?expand_more
The procession is composed of performers in medieval costumes who parade through Lavagna's streets to the Fieschi Tower. It transforms the city into a captivating journey through the past.
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