Bianchetto Truffle and Bianchello DOC Wine Festival

A unique festival in Italy

The Bianchetto Truffle and Bianchello DOC Wine Festival is one of the most beloved food and wine events in the Marche region and the only one in Italy entirely dedicated to the spring white truffle (Tuber borchii or albidum), a spring delicacy with an intense and delicate aroma. Founded in 1984 by the local truffle hunters' association, the festival is organized by Pro Loco Forum Sempronii together with the Municipality of Fossombrone, in the province of Pesaro and Urbino.

Where and when

For two weekends in March, the beating heart of the celebration is Corso Garibaldi and the squares of the historic center of Fossombrone, the ancient Roman Forum Sempronii nestled along the Metauro river. The streets come alive with stalls, scents, and colors, transforming the village into a true capital of taste.

What to expect

The festival combines haute cuisine, popular tradition, culture, music, and outdoor activities. The Market Exhibition hosts local producers, artisanal and commercial specialties: here you can buy fresh and preserved truffles, cured meats and cheeses, typical sweets, fine wines, and zero-kilometer products.

• Cooking shows with renowned chefs, some of whom are Michelin-starred
• Food stalls with dishes based on Bianchetto truffle
• Guided tastings of Bianchello del Metauro DOC wine
• Special menus in participating restaurants in Fossombrone
• Live music, evening DJ sets, folk shows, and workshops for children

The Bianchetto meets great cuisine

Among the most anticipated moments is the format «The Bianchetto meets great cuisine», conceived and presented by chef Lucio Pompili, with cooking shows that bring prestigious chefs to the Fossombrone stage. At the Piazzetta del Gusto, the Pro Loco Forum Sempronii stand offers a rich truffle-based menu: white lasagna, tagliatelle, polenta and polentina with truffle, omelets, crostini, and other local specialties.

An opportunity to discover the Montefeltro region

The festival is also an excellent opportunity to visit Fossombrone and its hinterland: the historic center, the Corte Alta, the hills of Fossombrone, and the Metauro valley. The event often coincides with the FAI Spring Days, making the weekend even richer in cultural offerings.