European Market of Alessandria

A Europe of flavors on Viale della Repubblica

The European Market is one of the most anticipated food and wine events in Alessandria, the capital of the province of the same name in Piedmont. For four days, the city center along Viale della Repubblica comes alive with a long corridor of international stalls that turn a simple walk into an authentic tour of the continent's flavors. It is a traveling format that brings the cuisines of half of Europe to the city every year, organized by ANVA Confesercenti of the Alessandria province.

What to expect

The concept is simple and irresistible: to concentrate the best of European street food within a few hundred meters. As you stroll, you can—as the organizers like to say—feel like you are in Spain in front of a steaming paella, in Austria with sausages and pretzels, or sipping a German beer next to a plate of pork knuckle with sauerkraut.

• Over 50 European and international stalls
• Specialties from Spain, France, Germany, Poland, the Netherlands, Belgium, Greece, Hungary, Austria, the Czech Republic, and Scotland
• Italian excellence: taralli, cheeses, cured meats, and regional products
• Wide selection of craft beers and beverages
• Mobile kitchens and quality street food

An event for the whole city

More than just a commercial fair, the European Market is a social occasion that draws families, young people, and curious visitors to the heart of Alessandria. Admission is free, and the hours are designed to span the day until late at night, with an evening opening on Thursday and full-day service from Friday to Sunday. The event is part of the rich calendar of activities that animate the city throughout the year and represents one of the highlights of the Alessandrian autumn.

Why it's worth it

For those who love discovering different cultures through food, the European Market is the ideal opportunity to taste dishes in one place that would normally require a trip abroad. It is also a pleasant way to rediscover the center of Alessandria, with its arcades and squares, in a festive atmosphere that combines taste and social connection.