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Festa del Giacchio - Sagra del Pesce del Lago Trasimeno (Lake Fish Festival)
location_onMagione, Perugia e Valle Umbra
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Date
July 24 – August 2, 2026
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Free
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Audience
Everyone
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The Festa del Giacchio stands as one of the most captivating events in Umbria's food and wine calendar, offering a unique chance to immerse yourself in the millennia-old traditions of lake fishing. Now in its 44th edition, this festival transforms the charming village of San Feliciano into a stage where history, culture, and authentic flavors intertwine over ten unforgettable days. The festival's name itself evokes the ancient giacchio—the iconic cast net used by fishermen since Greek and Etruscan times, a living symbol of a profession and lifestyle inextricably tied to Lake Trasimeno. Lake fish takes center stage at this celebration, starring in dishes prepared according to the most authentic and renowned recipes of local lake tradition. From perch to tench, from eel to the famous carp roasted in porchetta, each dish tells the story and expertise of local fishermen. Alongside the celebrated dishes of Trasimeno gastronomy, the Fagiolina del Trasimeno—a Slow Food presidium—adds a touch of excellence and sustainability, affirming the cultural and environmental value of the event. Along the lakeshore, amid characteristic dinners, food stands, and rich programming of live music, theatrical performances, and historical reenactments, the village comes alive with joy and community. The Festa del Giacchio is far more than a culinary event—it's a fascinating journey into the deepest roots of the Trasimeno community, where every detail brings centuries of tradition, passion, and respect for the land back to life.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the giacchio and why does the festival bear this name?expand_more
The giacchio is an ancient cone-shaped cast net used by fishermen since Greek, Etruscan, and Roman times. It represents a symbol of daily life and fishing tradition on Lake Trasimeno, which is why the festival celebrates this historic tool and the culture connected to the work of local fishermen.
What are the main dishes at the festival?expand_more
The culinary stars of the Festa del Giacchio are lake fish dishes prepared according to traditional recipes: perch, tench, eel, and the famous carp roasted in porchetta. These are accompanied by local specialties such as Fagiolina del Trasimeno, a Slow Food presidium product.
Where does the festival take place and how do you get there?expand_more
The festival takes place in the village of San Feliciano, a frazione of Magione in the province of Perugia (Umbria). San Feliciano sits directly on the shores of Lake Trasimeno, in a picturesque location easily reached by the road that runs along the lake.
What types of events and entertainment are offered?expand_more
The festival features a rich program including characteristic dinners along the lakefront, food stands with varied menus, live music, theatrical performances, and reenactments of fishing traditions that enliven the evenings throughout the ten-day event.
What is the history of the Festa del Giacchio?expand_more
The Festa del Giacchio - Sagra del Pesce del Lago Trasimeno is a historic festival now in its 44th edition in 2026. For decades, the event has celebrated the culture, cuisine, and traditions of local fishing on the shores of Lake Trasimeno, representing a fixed appointment for lovers of lake gastronomy.
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