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Food festivals and events in Franciacorta e Brescia 2026

Franciacorta is the home of Italian sparkling wine, while Brescia and its province celebrate the spiedo and manzo all'olio.

Bubbles and Skewers

The first bottle of Franciacorta was produced in 1961 by Guido Berlucchi and Franco Ziliani.

Bagòss from Bagolino is the only cheese in the world colored with saffron.

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Discovering the territory

Products, traditions and culture that make this land unique

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Eccellenze Gastronomiche

Prodotti del Territorio

PAT

Manzo all'Olio di Rovato

Traditional preparation of beef cooked in extra virgin olive oil.

DOP

Olio Garda DOP

Delicate extra virgin olive oil from the Brescia shore of Lake Garda.

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Piatti della Tradizione

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Slow-cooked mixed meats and small birds on the spit served with polenta.

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Manzo all'olio

Beef stew slowly cooked in extra virgin olive oil from Rovato.

Ingredienti
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Patrimonio

Tradizioni e Cultura

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Patrimoni UNESCO

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Complesso monastico di San Salvatore - Santa Giulia

The Longobards in Italy, a serial UNESCO site that includes this monastery in Brescia.

Patrimonio Culturale
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Tradizioni Popolari

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Carnevale di Bagolino

Ancient carnival featuring the Balarì (masked dancers) and Maschèr, a tradition dating back to the 16th century.

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Mille Miglia

Historical re-enactment of the legendary automobile race from Brescia to Rome and back.

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Parchi e Aree Naturali

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Riserva Naturale Torbiere del Sebino

Wetlands of international importance at the gates of Franciacorta.

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Personaggi Illustri

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Guido Berlucchi

Winemaker

Pioneer of Franciacorta, he produced the first bottle in 1961 with enologist Franco Ziliani.

Curiosità

Lo Sapevi Che…

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The Mille Miglia started in Brescia and was called "the most beautiful race in the world" by Enzo Ferrari.

F.A.Q.

Domande Frequenti

1What PDO and PGI products are found in Franciacorta and Brescia?expand_more

In Franciacorta and Brescia you'll find 4 protected designation products, including: Franciacorta (DOCG), Bagòss (Slow Food Presidium), Manzo all'Olio di Rovato (PAT), Olio Garda DOP (DOP).

2What should I eat in Franciacorta and Brescia?expand_more

The typical dishes of Franciacorta and Brescia include: Casoncelli alla bresciana, Spiedo bresciano, and Manzo all'olio. Each of these dishes tells the gastronomic story of the territory.

3What UNESCO heritage sites are in Franciacorta and Brescia?expand_more

In Franciacorta and Brescia there is 1 UNESCO heritage site: Complesso monastico di San Salvatore - Santa Giulia (Cultural, 2011).

4What are the most famous food festivals in Franciacorta and Brescia?expand_more

Among the most important festivals and events in Franciacorta and Brescia are: Festival Franciacorta (Franciacorta, September); Mille Miglia (Brescia, June); Carnevale di Bagolino (Bagolino, February).

5What natural parks are in Franciacorta and Brescia?expand_more

Protected natural areas in Franciacorta and Brescia include: Riserva Naturale Torbiere del Sebino (Nature Reserve).

6Who organizes the food festivals in Franciacorta and Brescia?expand_more

Food festivals in Franciacorta and Brescia are organized by local communities such as Consorzio Franciacorta and Pro Loco Bagolino. These local associations are the custodians of the territory's gastronomic traditions.