Castagnata degli Alpini
Roasted chestnuts and autumn flavours with the Alpini of Torriglia
About Castagnata degli Alpini
The Alpini's autumn festival
The Castagnata degli Alpini is the autumn event organised by the Gruppo Alpini of Torriglia, a village in the Apennines within the Metropolitan City of Genoa. The star is the chestnut, the symbolic fruit of these woods, transformed into fragrant roasted chestnuts.
Roasted chestnuts, wine, and cheeses
In the centre of the village, the Alpini serve steaming roasted chestnuts accompanied by local wine and mountain cheeses, in a festive atmosphere celebrating the flavours of autumn and conviviality. A simple and genuine day, perfect for discovering Torriglia and its surroundings during the most picturesque time of the year.
An Authentic Ligurian Event
The castagnata is recognised among the Authentic Ligurian Events, a brand that promotes events most closely linked to the local tradition. An event that combines the Alpini's spirit of service, mountain culture, and love for local products, at the gateway to the Antola Park.
Castagnata degli Alpini — edition 2026
For 2026, the Castagnata degli Alpini is scheduled for Sunday, October 18, in the centre of Torriglia. The Gruppo Alpini is preparing the roasted chestnuts, accompanied by local wine and mountain cheeses.
The day, recognised as an Authentic Ligurian Event 2026, celebrates the chestnut and autumn flavours in a festive and convivial atmosphere, at the gateway to the Antola Park.
Programme Castagnata degli Alpini 2026
Sunday, October 18, 2026 — Torriglia
- Distribution of roasted chestnuts by the Gruppo Alpini
- Tasting of local wine and mountain cheeses
- Festive atmosphere in the village centre
Highlights Castagnata degli Alpini 2026
Prices Castagnata degli Alpini 2026
Practical information — Castagnata degli Alpini
Where
Torriglia (GE), village centre, Genoese Apennines.
How to get there
Torriglia can be reached by car from Genoa along the SS45 of the Trebbia valley or from the Bisagno valley.
Admission
Free admission; roasted chestnuts and refreshments are paid for at the Gruppo Alpini stands.
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Where does it take place — Castagnata degli Alpini
Centro di Torriglia