Giornata del Tartufo e Festa Patronale di Fortunago

The truffle of Fortunago

The Truffle Day and Patronal Feast of Fortunago is one of the most anticipated food and wine events of autumn in the Municipality of Fortunago, in the province of Pavia, in the heart of the Oltrepò Pavese. The event, held in September (usually on the third Sunday), combines the celebration of the prized local truffle — recognised with the municipal designation of origin (De.Co.) — with the patronal feast of Saints Maria and San Giorgio.

A day of hunting, tastings, and culture

The day's programme is rich and varied. It opens with the Mass in the 17th-century church of Santa Maria e San Giorgio, followed by a presentation by an expert on truffles, both white and black, from the area, illustrating cultivation and harvesting techniques. The trifolau (truffle hunters) demonstrate their dogs' skill in finding truffles, in demonstrations that fascinate both adults and children.

Gastronomy and wines of Oltrepò

The absolute star is the table: Chef Danilo leads a gastronomic journey based on truffle dishes paired with DOC wines from Oltrepò Pavese. Along the village streets, local producers offer truffles, mushrooms, wines, cured meats, cheeses, and local produce. The village restaurants offer special truffle menus by reservation, for a complete food and wine experience.

Fortunago, a jewel of the Oltrepò Pavese

Awarded the recognition of one of the Most Beautiful Villages in Italy, Fortunago enchants with its cobbled streets, flowered stone houses, and views over the Oltrepò hills. The Truffle Day best showcases this heritage, combining the architectural beauty of the medieval village with the authentic flavours of one of the most renowned lands in the province of Pavia. It is the ideal opportunity to discover the excellence of Oltrepò truffles and the genuine soul of this corner of Lombardy.