Cajs Festival of Battaglia

The 'cajs', protagonists of an ancient tradition

In Battaglia di Fagagna, a small hamlet in the hilly Friuli region, in the province of Udine, there is a dish that tells centuries of peasant cuisine: 'cajs', or snails. Appreciated for their delicate flavour, they are at the centre of the Sagra dei Cajs, the popular festival that every May celebrates this specialty with two weekends of gastronomy, music, and tradition.

A table with snails

The festival menu is a tribute to the richness of Friulian cuisine: snails in sauce, stewed snails, and many other preparations, from classic recipes to more original creations. Alongside the 'cajs', local specialties are not to be missed – frico, cheeses, sausages, polenta, and potatoes – making the gastronomic offering complete and capable of satisfying every palate.

More than a food festival

The Battaglia festival is rich in events that go beyond the table. There is the evocative historical re-enactment of the Madone de Pas, the 'cajs' march through the hills, the tractor rally, evening music and dancing with bands and majorettes, gastronomic competitions, and entertainment for all ages. An intense programme that transforms the small hamlet into a focal point of the Friulian spring festival calendar.

The spirit of a community

The Sagra dei Cajs is above all a tribute to the authenticity of the territory and the work of the volunteers, who every year put on a festival made of food, conviviality, and roots. For those who want to discover the most genuine Friuli, far from the most famous destinations, Battaglia di Fagagna offers a truly unique experience.