Golosaria among the Castles of Monferrato — Opening of Cereseto Castle
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Golosaria among the Castles of Monferrato — Opening of Cereseto Castle

Cereseto Castle opens its doors to the public in the heart of the Golosaria among the Castles festival

Cereseto — Alessandria (006)
Dates 16 May — 17 May 2026
Location Cereseto (006)
Prices Free
Status Finished

About Golosaria in Cereseto

During the Golosaria among the Castles of Monferrato festival, the majestic Cereseto Castle in the province of Alessandria opens its doors to the public for an exceptional visit. This is one of the most anticipated highlights of the food, wine, and cultural event created by Paolo Massobrio: following an extensive restoration, the imposing structure welcomes visitors to explore its exterior perimeter, the park with its lake, and the cloister, accompanied by food stalls managed by the local Pro Loco. Free admission, during the weekend that brings over forty villages across the Asti and Alessandria Monferrato regions to life.

Golosaria among the Castles in Cereseto

In the heart of Monferrato, the small town of Cereseto in the province of Alessandria becomes one of the most evocative stops on the Golosaria among the Castles of Monferrato trail, the major widespread event created by journalist and food critic Paolo Massobrio with the Club di Papillon. For this event, Cereseto Castle exceptionally opens its doors to the public: an exclusive and highly anticipated appointment, marking the reopening of the imposing structure after a long and meticulous renovation.

A castle brought back to life

Cereseto Castle is one of the most scenic buildings in the Monferrato hills, with its neo-Gothic silhouette dominating the vineyard landscape. During Golosaria, you can visit the exterior perimeter of the castle, stroll through the park with its lake, and discover the charming cloister, along a route that blends architecture, nature, and an atmosphere of bygone days. It is a rare opportunity to approach a site that has long remained closed and rediscover its charm.

Local flavors and hospitality

The castle opening is accompanied by food stalls run by the local Pro Loco, offering local flavors in a festive village atmosphere. Cereseto thus joins the rich mosaic of Golosaria, which every year involves over forty villages between the provinces of Asti and Alessandria with wineries, street food, exhibitions, walks, and performances.

The context: Golosaria among the Castles

Golosaria among the Castles of Monferrato is one of the most well-known food and wine events in Piedmont. The exhibition hub is located at the Castle of Casale Monferrato, featuring dozens of food producers selected by «ilGolosario», craft breweries, and the Barbera & Champagne area. Around this core, dozens of Monferrato villages — a UNESCO World Heritage site alongside Langhe and Roero — open their castles, churches, and squares, transforming the entire area into a journey of taste, art, and landscape. The Cereseto stop is a small jewel in this itinerary, perfect for those seeking an authentic experience away from the crowds.

Golosaria in Cereseto — edition 2026

During the weekend of May 16-17, 2026, for the 20th edition of Golosaria among the Castles of Monferrato, Cereseto Castle exceptionally opens to the public following a long restoration. From 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, free admission, with visits to the exterior perimeter, the park with the lake, and the cloister, plus food stalls by the Pro Loco.

The 20th Anniversary Edition

The 2026 edition of Golosaria among the Castles of Monferrato celebrates its twentieth anniversary with an extraordinary edition spread across 43 villages between the provinces of Asti and Alessandria, on the weekend of Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17. The theme chosen by Paolo Massobrio is «Taste, Home, and Hills», dedicated to the rebirth of the territory.

Cereseto, the big news

Among the most anticipated novelties is the reopening of Cereseto Castle, finally accessible after a long renovation. The castle welcomes visitors throughout the weekend, from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with free admission.

Programme Golosaria in Cereseto 2026

Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17, 2026 — Cereseto Castle

  • 9:00 AM–6:00 PM — Opening of Cereseto Castle to the public (free admission)
  • Visit to the exterior perimeter of the castle
  • Stroll in the park with the lake
  • Visit to the cloister
  • Food stalls managed by the Pro Loco

The opening of Cereseto is part of the broader program of Golosaria among the Castles, which in 2026 includes 43 villages, with the exhibition hub at the Castle of Casale Monferrato (50 food producers selected by «ilGolosario», craft breweries, and the Barbera & Champagne area with over 200 labels). The official preview takes place on Friday, May 15, in Quargnento.

Highlights Golosaria in Cereseto 2026

The reopening of Cereseto Castle after restoration, with visits to the park, lake, and cloister; Pro Loco food stalls; inclusion in the 20th-anniversary weekend of Golosaria across 43 Monferrato villages.

Prices Golosaria in Cereseto 2026

Free admission to Cereseto Castle. Pro Loco food stalls are paid according to the price list.

Practical information — Golosaria in Cereseto

Location

Cereseto Castle, Cereseto (AL), Monferrato, Piedmont. The village is located in the hills between Casale Monferrato and the Asti area.

How to get there

By car: from Casale Monferrato in about 15 minutes along the hilly roads; reference motorway exits on the A26 (Casale Monferrato). By train: Casale Monferrato station, then travel by car to the village.

Hours and admission

Open from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Free admission. Visit includes the exterior perimeter, the park with the lake, and the cloister. Food stalls managed by the Pro Loco.

Information

Golosaria Secretariat: +39 0131 261670 — official website golosaria.it.

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Where does it take place — Golosaria in Cereseto

Castello di Cereseto

Contact Golosaria in Cereseto

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Golosaria in Cereseto in brief

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