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.”
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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.
Discovering the territory
Products, traditions and culture that make this land unique
Prodotti del Territorio
Manzo all'Olio di Rovato
Traditional preparation of beef cooked in extra virgin olive oil.
Olio Garda DOP
Delicate extra virgin olive oil from the Brescia shore of Lake Garda.
Piatti della Tradizione
Tradizioni e Cultura
Patrimoni UNESCO
Complesso monastico di San Salvatore - Santa Giulia
The Longobards in Italy, a serial UNESCO site that includes this monastery in Brescia.
Patrimonio CulturaleTradizioni Popolari
Carnevale di Bagolino
Ancient carnival featuring the Balarì (masked dancers) and Maschèr, a tradition dating back to the 16th century.
Mille Miglia
Historical re-enactment of the legendary automobile race from Brescia to Rome and back.
Parchi e Aree Naturali
Riserva Naturale Torbiere del Sebino
Wetlands of international importance at the gates of Franciacorta.
Personaggi Illustri
Guido Berlucchi
WinemakerPioneer of Franciacorta, he produced the first bottle in 1961 with enologist Franco Ziliani.
Lo Sapevi Che…
“The Mille Miglia started in Brescia and was called "the most beautiful race in the world" by Enzo Ferrari.”
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.