Magnalonga del Primo Maggio (May Day Food & Wine Walk)

The Magnalonga del Primo Maggio in Vicchio is a traditional food and wine hike that pairs scenic trekking with authentic local flavours. Created in 1992 by Franco Utili, a Slow Food trustee, the event winds through the woodlands and Apennine landscapes of the Mugello area, showcasing the region through its outstanding culinary traditions. Participants can choose between two routes: an intermediate 13-kilometre trek and a more challenging 20-kilometre trail. Both paths feature refreshing gourmet pitstops along the way, where hikers can savour typical products from Mugello and Val di Sieve paired with Chianti Rufina and Pomino wines, followed by a communal final lunch. The festivities also host the 'Mercatino della terra' farmers market, bringing together regional producers, alongside traditional folk singing performances often led by the Maggiaioli delle Caselle di Vicchio. Proceeds from the event are traditionally donated to local charity initiatives.