Festival of Seupa à la Vapelenentse
In Valpelline, the festival of the bread and Fontina soup, one of the oldest in the Aosta Valley
About Festival of Seupa
The Seupa, soul of Valpelline
The Festival of Seupa à la Vapelenentse is one of the most deeply rooted gastronomic festivals in the Aosta Valley. It takes place in Valpelline, a village in the Great St. Bernard valley, and revolves around an iconic dish: Seupa à la Vapelenentse, the soup that bears the village's name.
A humble recipe that became a symbol
The Seupa originates from peasant cuisine focused on using leftovers: stale white bread and Fontina cheese are layered, moistened with broth, covered with melted butter and a sprinkle of cinnamon, then slowly baked. The result is a warm, comforting, and hearty dish, now recognized with the Communal Designation of Origin which protects its authentic preparation.
More than half a century of celebration
With over fifty editions held, the festival follows a tried-and-tested program: the opening evening on Friday with music, Holy Masses, large communal lunches and dinners featuring Seupa on the weekend, dancing evenings with live bands, and performances by animation groups. On Monday, the event concludes with the patronal feast.
In the heart of the Great St. Bernard valley
Valpelline is also the gateway to a fascinating alpine valley: here you can find the Fontina Museum and the Resistance Museum, as well as trails along the Ru Pompillard. For the Aosta Valley Region, Seupa represents one of the flagship dishes of its tradition, and its festival is the perfect opportunity to discover it where it was born.
Festival of Seupa — edition 2026
The 56th Festival of Seupa à la Vapelenentse enlivens Valpelline from Friday, July 24 to Monday, July 27, 2026. The Pro Loco prepares the Seupa — stale white bread and Fontina cheese, broth, melted butter, and cinnamon, baked — served during the large communal meals on Saturday and Sunday.
The program alternates religious and convivial moments: Holy Masses, lunches and dinners featuring Seupa, dancing evenings with live bands, performances by the village's philharmonic band and animation groups. The festival concludes on Monday with the patronal celebrations. A gluten-free menu is also available.
Programme Festival of Seupa 2026
Friday, July 24
- 10:00 PM — Mobile disco with bar service, pizza, and chips; free admission
Saturday, July 25
- 10:30 AM — Holy Mass in the church
- 12:30 PM — Lunch with traditional dishes, in collaboration with the Municipality of Valpelline
- 7:30 PM — Dinner with Seupa and assorted menu
- 9:00 PM — Dancing evening with Moreno il Biondo; free admission, with performances by dancers and the Bandoli animation group
Sunday, July 26
- 10:30 AM — Holy Mass, followed by a performance by the Valpelline Philharmonic Band Hybou en Musique
- 12:30 PM — Lunch with Seupa, assorted menus, and gluten-free option
- 3:00 PM — Afternoon dance with Loris Gallo; free admission, with dancers and the Bandoli animation group
- 7:30 PM — Dinner with Seupa and assorted menu (while supplies last)
Monday, July 27
- Patronal feast of Valpelline
Indicative program based on the usual structure of the festival: any updates on the Pro Loco of Valpelline channels.
Highlights Festival of Seupa 2026
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Practical information — Festival of Seupa
How to get there
Valpelline can be reached from Aosta by driving up the Great St. Bernard valley (approx. 15 km). By car is the most practical means; during the festival days, parking areas are set up near the event grounds.
When
Last weekend of July, until the Monday of the patronal feast. 2026 Edition: July 24-27.
Costs
Free admission; lunches and dinners featuring Seupa are charged according to the Pro Loco's price list. Gluten-free menu available.
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Area festeggiamenti di Valpelline