An Aromatic Sunday – Spring Festival

A festival dedicated to the scents of spring

In Almese, a small town in the lower Susa Valley in the province of Turin, spring is celebrated with An Aromatic Sunday, a Spring Festival created to showcase the local aromatic herbs, flowers, and plants. The event, promoted by the Municipality of Almese, transforms the town center into a widespread trail that connects nature, craftsmanship, and culture, inviting visitors to rediscover the ancient bond between humanity and the plant world.

Two locations, one unique itinerary

The festival takes place across two historic sites in the town, connected by a path designed to be explored on foot at a leisurely pace. On one side, the evocative Ricetto di San Mauro, an ancient fortified complex hosting botanical exhibitions; on the other, Piazza Martiri della Libertà, the beating heart of the market and events. This creates a journey through nature and creativity, where each stop reveals a different aspect of Alpine aromatic culture.

The themed market

The centerpiece is the themed market, bringing together producers, nurserymen, and exhibitors linked to the natural world. Among the stalls, you will find aromatic and medicinal herbs, herbal teas, edible and decorative flowers, ornamental plants, and a selection of processed products such as natural soaps, cosmetics, and other plant-based derivatives. It is an opportunity to engage directly with those who cultivate and process plants, discovering uses and secrets passed down through generations.

Art, culture, and taste

Beyond the market, ample space is reserved for art and culture, with collective exhibitions and displays dedicated to herbal traditions. There is also a food area managed by local businesses, featuring offerings inspired by the natural and aromatic theme. Workshops, exhibitions, and tastings round out a program designed for all ages, blending the popular appeal of a traditional fair with the more refined aspects of botanical culture.

A local event

An Aromatic Sunday is the result of collaboration between the Municipality of Almese, the Monte Musinè Commerce District, local businesses, and cultural associations, with the involvement of neighboring Susa Valley municipalities. It has quickly become a highly anticipated event in the Piedmontese spring calendar, attracting visitors, curious onlookers, and botany and nature enthusiasts to Almese.