Borghi in Festa & CastelLibro

A dual event in the heart of the Crete Senesi

Borghi in Festa & CastelLibro is the event that every spring turns Castelmuzio, an ancient village in the municipality of Trequanda in the province of Siena, into a vibrant crossroads of culture, books, and popular tradition. For four days, the town's squares and alleys, nestled in the unmistakable landscape of the Crete Senesi in Tuscany, host a packed calendar that weaves together two complementary souls: the village festival, with its genuine gastronomy, and the literary festival, with its author talks.

CastelLibro, the literary festival

The intellectual heart of the event is CastelLibro, a literary festival that brings writers, journalists, scholars, and public speakers to Castelmuzio to discuss current events. Each edition is developed around a common thread: from the environment to politics, from technology to cultural identity, and the great social transformations of our time. Book presentations, round tables, and workshops take place in iconic spots around the village, such as the Terrazza del Belvedere, offering the public an opportunity for in-depth discussion in an intimate and cozy atmosphere.

The village festival and local gastronomy

Alongside the cultural appointments, Borghi in Festa celebrates conviviality and the authentic flavors of the region. The absolute stars are the pici all'aglione, a symbol of Sienese cuisine, alongside extra virgin olive oil and other local delicacies prepared by the village cooks. The food stalls, managed by local associations, accompany evenings of live music, DJ sets, and shows that keep Castelmuzio lively until late at night.

Crafts, workshops, and tradition

The event also gives ample space to quality craftsmanship with the Le mani sapienti fair, which brings together masters of ancient and contemporary trades: from terracotta work to wrought iron, from weaving to calligraphy. There are also workshops for adults and children, vintage car and motorcycle rallies, flag-waver and drummer performances, as well as moments tied to the village's religious tradition, such as Holy Mass and the procession with the flower festival (infiorata).

A village telling its story

Borghi in Festa & CastelLibro is much more than a cultural event: it is how a small Tuscany community chooses to tell its story, enhancing its historical, landscape, and gastronomic heritage. Organized by local associations with the patronage of the Tuscany Region and the Municipality of Trequanda, the festival is an invitation to rediscover the slow and authentic rhythm of the Crete Senesi villages, where reading and celebration become opportunities for meeting and community.