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Mostra Mercato del Tartufo (Truffle Market Exhibition)
location_onApecchio, Urbino e Montefeltro
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Date
October 3 – October 5, 2026
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Free
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Everyone
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On October 3, 4, and 5, 2026, Apecchio transforms into the kingdom of truffle, one of the noblest and most sought-after fruits of Italian gastronomy. The Mostra Mercato del Tartufo is an unmissable appointment for lovers of this precious tuber, thanks to programming that combines tradition, quality, and passion. Against the charming backdrop of this Marche historic center, white and black truffles are celebrated in all their forms: from fresh products to excellent derivatives, from traditional recipes to contemporary reinterpretations. The event is far more than a commercial showcase—it is a complete multisensory experience. Cooking demonstrations, interactive workshops, and guided tastings allow visitors to discover the secrets of this culinary excellence, while local restaurants offer themed menus that highlight truffles paired with fine cheeses, typical cured meats, and other local specialties. The narrow streets and courtyards of ancient palaces become natural stages for admiring carefully curated vendor stands. Music, folk traditions, and the authentic pride of a community that has built its identity around truffle culture complete the atmosphere. Apecchio invites all those who wish to immerse themselves in the true gastronomic excellence of the Umbrian-Marche Apennines.
Frequently Asked Questions
What varieties of truffle can be found at the Market Exhibition?expand_more
The event features white truffles and black truffles, the two main excellences of the area. You can find both fresh truffles and truffle-derived products and gastronomic specialties.
Are there educational activities and tastings?expand_more
Yes, the Mostra Mercato offers a rich program of cooking demonstrations, interactive workshops, and guided tastings, designed to engage the public in an immersive and educational sensory experience about the world of truffles.
Do local restaurants participate in the event?expand_more
Absolutely. Apecchio's restaurants offer truffle-based themed menus, with proposals including refined first courses and pairings with fine cheeses and cured meats typical of the territory.
Where does the event take place?expand_more
The Mostra Mercato unfolds in the historic center of Apecchio, which hosts commercial stands and gastronomic offerings in the village's ancient palaces and courtyards.
What are the opening dates?expand_more
The event runs from October 3 to 5, 2026. During these three days, the village will feature gastronomic, cultural, and folk activities dedicated to the celebration of truffles.
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