Food festivals and events in Basso Molise 2026
“Lower Molise, from Campobasso to Termoli, brings together hills and sea in festivals where cavatelli and Adriatic fish come together.”
Sea and Cavatelli
Upcoming Events
Termoli Summer Festival
U Pizzinchentò e Sagra delle Sagnitelle
Tintilia del Molise
A native Molise grape variety that has been rediscovered, producing characterful red wines.
Fiera delle Cipolle
Olio del Molise
Extra virgin olive oil from the Molise hills, fruity and well-balanced.
The Misteri di Campobasso use 18th-century engineering devices to create the illusion of children floating in the air.
Termoli is the smallest coastal municipality in Molise and features an ancient village perched on a fortified promontory.
Discovering the territory
Products, traditions and culture that make this land unique
Prodotti del Territorio
Stracciata molisana
Fresh stretched-curd cheese similar to mozzarella but with a more pronounced flavor.
Piatti della Tradizione
Tradizioni e Cultura
Tradizioni Popolari
Misteri di Campobasso
A procession featuring elaborate mechanical structures that carry children dressed as angels and saints, suspended in mid-air.
Carresi di Larino
A race of carts pulled by oxen through the countryside of Basso Molise.
Parchi e Aree Naturali
Oasi LIPU di Campomarino
A coastal wetland area that serves as a stopover point for migratory birds.
Personaggi Illustri
Paolo di Sangro
InventorPrince of Sansevero connected to the Molise territory, celebrated for his inventions.
Lo Sapevi Che…
“Tintilia is a native Molise grape variety that nearly disappeared from cultivation but was rediscovered and revived in the 1990s.”
Domande Frequenti
1What protected designation products are found in Basso Molise?expand_more
Basso Molise is home to 3 protected designation products, including: Tintilia del Molise (DOC), Olio del Molise (DOP), and Stracciata molisana (PAT).
2What should I eat in Basso Molise?expand_more
Typical dishes of Basso Molise include: Cavatelli con le cozze, Brodetto di Termoli, and Calcioni molisani. Each dish tells the story of the region's gastronomic heritage.
3What are the most famous festivals in Basso Molise?expand_more
Among the most important festivals and events in Basso Molise are: the Misteri procession (Campobasso, Corpus Christi); the Fish Festival (Termoli, August); and the Carresi (Larino, April).
4What natural parks are there in Basso Molise?expand_more
Protected natural areas in Basso Molise include: the Oasi LIPU di Campomarino (Nature Reserve).
5Who organizes the festivals in Basso Molise?expand_more
Festivals in Basso Molise are organized by local communities such as the Associazione Misteri e Tradizioni and Pro Loco Termoli. These local organizations and associations are the guardians of the region's gastronomic traditions.