Curiosando a Castell'Arquato

Curiosando a Castell'Arquato: the village market

In the heart of the Val d'Arda, in the province of Piacenza, Castell'Arquato is one of the most fascinating medieval villages in Emilia-Romagna, listed among the Most Beautiful Villages in Italy. It is here that, throughout the year, Curiosando a Castell'Arquato comes to life, the market event organized by Val d'Arda Promotion that transforms Piazza Europa and Via Roma into an open-air route of stalls, at the foot of the historic center.

What you will find at the stalls

The soul of the event is variety: exhibitors offer creative crafts, hobby items, antiques and vintage, rarities, original pieces, gift ideas, and a selection of gastronomic delicacies from the Piacenza area. It is the ideal opportunity for those who love to browse, find that special item, or take home a taste of the flavors of the Val d'Arda.

• Creative and handmade crafts
• Hobbies, collectibles, and small antiques
• Local products and gastronomy
• Gift ideas and curiosities

When and where

The markets are held on holidays and weekends, generally with continuous hours from 9 am to 7 pm. The schedule runs from spring to the Christmas period: the late November and December events are part of the Winterland program, the festive atmosphere that envelops the village. The March event coincides with the historic Fiera di San Giuseppe.

A village to experience

Strolling through the stalls is also a pretext to discover Castell'Arquato: from the Rocca Viscontea to the Collegiate Church of Santa Maria, from the Palazzo del Podestà to the alleys leading to the top of the village, the village offers a unique setting. The event has free admission, and in case of bad weather, events may be canceled or postponed.