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Castagni in festa (Chestnut Festival)
location_onSillano Giuncugnano, Lucca e Garfagnana
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Date
October 25, 2026
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Free
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Audience
Everyone
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On Sunday, October 25, 2026, the village of Giuncugnano, in the municipality of Sillano Giuncugnano, welcomes autumn with the 'Castagni in festa' event, a special day celebrating one of the iconic fruits of the Lucca mountains. The festival kicks off with an educational nature walk to explore the local area, followed by a chestnut-themed lunch hosted at two local agriturismi (advance booking required). From 2:30 PM, the festivities continue in the market square with artisan craft stalls and delicious traditional treats such as mondine (roasted chestnuts), frittelle (chestnut fritters), and cian (traditional chestnut crepes) stuffed with ricotta and Nutella. The event will go ahead rain or shine: in case of bad weather, all activities will move indoors to the local community hall (circolo della compagnia).
Text generated with AI based on the sources provided.Frequently Asked Questions
When does the event take place?expand_more
The festival takes place on Sunday, October 25, 2026.
Where is the event held?expand_more
The event is held in Loc. Giuncugnano, 55030 Sillano Giuncugnano, Tuscany.
What food is served in the afternoon?expand_more
Starting at 2:30 PM, the market square offers chestnut-based delicacies and treats, including roasted chestnuts (mondine), fritters, and cian served with ricotta and Nutella.
What happens in case of bad weather?expand_more
In case of rain or bad weather, the festival activities will take place indoors at the local community hall (circolo della compagnia).
How can I join the themed lunch?expand_more
The chestnut-themed lunch takes place at two local agriturismi. Reservations must be made in advance by calling the phone numbers listed on the official event poster.
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