Sagra della Lumaca (Snail Festival)

The Sagra della Lumaca in Govone, set against the scenic backdrop of the Roero hills and organized by the local Pro Loco, is a culinary event celebrated alongside the town's patronal feast. This vibrant festival takes place right at the foot of the Royal Castle, blending Piedmontese culinary traditions with lively music and local rural culture. Snails are the undisputed stars of the menu, prepared in a variety of delicious recipes including snails 'al verde' (with garlic and parsley), Parisian style, fried, on skewers, and served on crostini. For those looking for alternative options, the menu also features classic Piedmontese specialties like carne cruda, bergera salad, agnolotti with meat sauce, gnocchi with gorgonzola, sausage, and wine-braised pork cheeks, finishing off with traditional bunet and panna cotta desserts. All dishes are paired with excellent local wines from Govone's cellars. To complete the experience, the festival features numerous side events dedicated to entertainment and local agricultural heritage, including dancing evenings, live music concerts, children's activities, a livestock show, and an agricultural machinery fair.