Festa della Castagna e del Marrone Dop Caprese

In the heart of Casentino, surrounded by lush forests and breathtaking autumn landscapes, Caprese Michelangelo prepares to celebrate one of its most precious treasures: the DOP Marrone. The Chestnut and Marrone Festival, scheduled from October 18-26, 2026, is an unmissable event for those wishing to discover how this extraordinary fruit has shaped the economy and traditions of the territory. The village, birthplace of the great Michelangelo Buonarroti, dons autumn colours to tell the story of a community inseparably linked to its chestnut groves. During the festival days, the village streets transform into a fascinating gastronomic journey where you can taste the finest chestnut specialities: fragrant roasted chestnuts, boiled chestnuts, artisanal cakes, and savoury dishes prepared with prized chestnut flour. Caprese Marrone stands out for its natural sweetness and generous size, representing Italian excellence recognised with DOP status and appreciated by connoisseurs throughout the peninsula. But the festival is more than a culinary journey: between local craft markets, captivating performances, photography exhibitions and guided tours of the Michelangiolesco Museum, Caprese Michelangelo offers a complete experience that intertwines culture, art and nature. Events are distributed throughout the historic centre, with the heart of the celebration in Piazza San Michele. A perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in authentic Tuscan atmosphere and understand how tradition and territory meet in every outstanding product.