Du Pici Sotto Le stelle
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Du Pici Sotto Le stelle

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location_onChianciano Terme, Val d'Orcia

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Date

June 12 – June 14, 2026

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Location

Chianciano TermeChianciano Terme, SI, Italia

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Admission

Free

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Audience

Everyone

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Du' Pici Sotto le Stelle is one of the most beloved gastronomic festivals in southern Tuscany, an event celebrating one of the most iconic dishes in Tuscan cuisine. Every year, in the enchanting Piazzolina dei Soldati in the heart of Chianciano Terme's historic center, the Associazione Amatori Pici Chianciano organizes this festival that draws visitors from across the region. The magical atmosphere created by starlit lights and the medieval setting provides the perfect backdrop for tasting traditional pici, the quintessential Tuscan pasta, prepared according to authentic local recipes.

The festival represents an extraordinary opportunity to immerse your senses in the true essence of Tuscan gastronomy, where the simplicity and quality of ingredients transform into dishes of rare excellence. During the event, you can savor various pici preparations, from wild boar ragù to classic local sauce condiments, all accompanied by fine wines from the area. An event that combines culinary tradition, scenic beauty, and conviviality, confirming itself as an unmissable appointment for lovers of authentic Tuscan cuisine.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Du' Pici Sotto le Stelle take place?expand_more
The festival takes place in the historic center of Chianciano Terme, at Piazzolina dei Soldati. For specific dates of the 2024 edition, we recommend contacting the Associazione Amatori Pici Chianciano or visiting the official festival website.
What are pici?expand_more
Pici are traditional Tuscan pasta characterized by a rustic, irregular shape, handmade without eggs. They are typical of southern Tuscany, particularly in the province of Siena, and are served with simple yet flavorful sauces.
What dishes can I find at the festival?expand_more
At the festival you can enjoy various pici preparations: classic pici with wild boar ragù, pici with butter and cheese, pici with truffle, and pici with other traditional local sauces. Fine Tuscan wines are also available to accompany your meal.
Is the square easily accessible?expand_more
Piazzolina dei Soldati is located in the historic center of Chianciano Terme and is easily reachable on foot once you arrive downtown. Parking is available near the festival venue.
Is the event family-friendly?expand_more
Yes, Du' Pici Sotto le Stelle is a convivial and family-friendly event where both adults and children can enjoy local gastronomy in a magical and welcoming atmosphere in the heart of medieval Tuscany.
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