Fugassin Festival
Stuffed focaccias with Apples in over thirty variations
About Fugassin Festival
The fugassin of Mele
The Fugassin Festival (or Sagra dü Fûgassin) is the most characteristic gastronomic festival of Mele, a municipality in the hinterland of the metropolitan city of Genoa. The protagonist is the fugassin, a stuffed focaccia typical of the territory, offered in over thirty different variations.
Over thirty flavors
The secret of the festival is precisely the variety: from savory to sweet fillings, the fugassin are prepared in dozens of versions, the result of the tradition and creativity of the local community. A rich and original gastronomic offering, which attracts curious and food lovers from all over the area.
A Festival of the Confraternity
The event is organized by the Confraternity of Sant'Antonio Abate of Mele and takes place at the relevant Oratory. In addition to good food, the festival offers music, dancing, and entertainment, in a festive atmosphere that combines gastronomy and social life in the heart of the Genoa hinterland.
Fugassin Festival — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the Fugassin Festival enlivens Mele from Friday June 12 to Sunday June 14, at the Oratory of Sant'Antonio Abate. The stars are the fugassin, the famous stuffed focaccias, offered in over thirty sweet and savory variations.
Alongside the tasting, the festival offers music, dancing, and entertainment. The organization is handled by the Confraternity of Sant'Antonio Abate of Mele.
Programme Fugassin Festival 2026
June 12-14 — Oratory of Sant'Antonio Abate
- Tasting of fugassin in over thirty variations, sweet and savory
- Food stalls with local specialties
- Music, dancing, and evening entertainment
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Practical information — Fugassin Festival
Where and when
Oratory of Sant'Antonio Abate, Mele (GE), in June. Stands open on festival days, with music and dancing in the evening.
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Where does it take place — Fugassin Festival
Oratorio di Sant'Antonio Abate