Food festivals and events in Gargano 2026
“Italy's southeastern spur offers wild landscapes and a cuisine rooted in both land and sea.”
Forest and sea
The Gargano citrus oasis is Europe's northernmost citrus cultivation area.
The Via Francigena pilgrimage route passes through Gargano.
Discovering the territory
Products, traditions and culture that make this land unique
Prodotti del Territorio
Caciocavallo Podolico del Gargano
Cheese made from the milk of Podolica cattle raised freely in pasture.
Olio Dauno
Extra virgin olive oil from Gargano with fruity flavor and herbaceous notes.
Piatti della Tradizione
Tradizioni e Cultura
Patrimoni UNESCO
Santuario di San Michele Arcangelo
Part of the "The Longobards in Italy" site, a rupestrian sanctuary dating from the 5th century.
Patrimonio CulturaleFaggete vetuste della Foresta Umbra
Ancient beech forests in the heart of Gargano.
Patrimonio NaturaleTradizioni Popolari
Pellegrinaggio a San Michele
A pilgrimage destination since the 5th century, visited by popes, kings and crusaders.
Festa di San Valentino
Patron saint since 1618, protector of orange groves. The "Vicolo del Bacio" is just 50 cm wide.
Lavorazione del legno d'ulivo
Gargano artisanal tradition featuring cutting boards, utensils and decorative objects.
Parchi e Aree Naturali
Parco Nazionale del Gargano
Italy's "spur" featuring forests, coastal lakes and the Isole Tremiti islands.
Riserva Marina Isole Tremiti
An archipelago of islands with seabeds rich in biodiversity.
Personaggi Illustri
Padre Pio
SaintLived in San Giovanni Rotondo from 1916 to 1968, a destination for millions of pilgrims.
Domande Frequenti
1Which PDO and PGI products are found in Gargano?expand_more
Gargano is home to 4 protected designation products, including: Arancia del Gargano (PGI), Limone Femminello del Gargano (PGI), Caciocavallo Podolico del Gargano (PDO), Olio Dauno (PDO).
2What should I eat in Gargano?expand_more
Typical Gargano dishes include: Acquasale garganica, Carne di capra acqua e sale, Paposcia di Vico del Gargano. Each dish tells the story of the territory's gastronomic tradition.
3Which UNESCO World Heritage sites are in Gargano?expand_more
Gargano is home to 2 UNESCO World Heritage sites: Santuario di San Michele Arcangelo (Cultural, 2011); Faggete vetuste della Foresta Umbra (Natural, 2017).
4What are the most famous festivals in Gargano?expand_more
Among the most important festivals and events in Gargano: Festa di San Michele Arcangelo (Monte Sant'Angelo, September 29); Carpino Folk Festival (Carpino, First week of August); Grani Futuri (San Marco in Lamis, June).
5Which natural parks are in Gargano?expand_more
Protected natural areas in Gargano include: Parco Nazionale del Gargano (National Park), Riserva Marina Isole Tremiti (Marine Reserve).
6Who organizes the festivals in Gargano?expand_more
Festivals in Gargano are organized by local communities such as Pro Loco Monte Sant'Angelo and Associazione Carpino Folk. These local associations are the guardians of the territory's gastronomic traditions.