Flower Festival

The festival celebrating spring in the Alta Langa

The Flower Festival is one of the most beloved events on the spring calendar in Castino, a small town in the province of Cuneo perched on the ridge that divides the Belbo and Bormida valleys, in the heart of the Piedmontese Alta Langa. For over thirty years, on the first weekend of May, the village has filled with colors, scents, and visitors to celebrate the awakening of nature and the traditions of a land of vineyards, chestnut groves, and forests.

A village to discover

Castino is an authentic panoramic balcony overlooking the Langa hills, renowned for its Dolcetto wine production and immersed in a landscape of rare beauty. The historic center houses the parish church of Santa Margherita with its exquisite Baroque pulpit, the church of the Vergine delle Grazie, and the ancient washhouse. The Flower Festival is the perfect opportunity to stroll through the village streets and breathe in the genuine atmosphere of a community that still lives in close contact with its land.

Flowers, nature, and hiking

The heart of the event lies in the flower and plant stalls and nature-related initiatives. Among the most evocative offerings are the walks in search of wild orchids that bloom spontaneously on the trails of the Alta Langa, and guided excursions through the hills, such as the "Wonders of the Alta Langa" walk. There is no shortage of photography exhibitions, yoga and relaxation sessions in the open air, and interactive workshops designed for children.

Flavors of the Langa

The festival is also a journey through local flavors: the food stands offer ravioli al plin, served all day at the "Bottega dei Ravioli," and traditional friciule, savory fritters served under the Pro Loco tent. Stalls, a charity raffle, and a funfair complete the festive atmosphere.

Tradition and community

Closing the celebrations on Sunday afternoon is the children's parade from the Alta Langa schools, accompanied by flag-wavers and musicians from Costigliole d'Asti, in a procession that weaves together color, music, and village spirit. Organized with passion by the Pro Loco of Castino, the Flower Festival is one of the most genuine village festivals in Piedmont, capable of uniting generations around the beauty of nature and the pride of Langa roots.