Sagra della Fragola (Strawberry Festival)

Nestled among the hills of Alto Vergante, just a stone's throw from Lake Maggiore, the charming village of Fosseno di Nebbiuno celebrates its Sagra della Fragola every year—an event rooted in sixty years of agricultural tradition. In the 1960s, when the region was renowned for cultivating the prized Madame Mouton strawberry, few could have imagined that this passion for the red fruit would become the collective identity of the community. Today, lovingly organized by the Nuova Famiglia Fossenese del Cucù, the festival transforms into a celebration that draws visitors from across the region, eager to taste the fruits of the land and experience the authenticity of a village that proudly guards its agricultural heritage. On the first weekend of June, Fosseno's piazzas come alive with colour and fragrance: stalls overflowing with fresh strawberries, jars of homemade jam crafted from traditional recipes, and local pastries that tell family stories. Yet it is strawberry risotto that steals the show—a signature dish that embodies elegance and simplicity, served during convivial lunches and dinners beneath the festival's central tent. Live music and DJ sets create a festive atmosphere from sunrise to sunset, when the village glows and Lake Maggiore becomes a silent spectator. Visiting Fosseno for the Sagra della Fragola also means discovering architectural treasures like the Church of Sant'Agata and savouring breathtaking views from Sasso del Pizzo, a rocky promontory offering unforgettable vistas of the lake. It is a complete experience where the authentic taste of Piedmontese culinary tradition intertwines with the warm hospitality of a community that still knows how to share the value of its identity.