Gorreto Chestnut Festival
Edition 2026 Gastronomy Local produce Nature

Gorreto Chestnut Festival

Roasted chestnuts and autumn flavors in the village of Val Trebbia

Gorreto — Genova (210) Since 1979
Dates 01 Nov — 01 Nov 2026
Location Gorreto (210)
Prices Free
Status —

About Gorreto Chestnut Festival

Every November 1st, on All Saints' Day, Gorreto celebrates autumn with its historic Chestnut Festival. In the Municipal Gardens of the village in Val Trebbia, stalls offer roasted chestnuts, homemade cakes, liqueurs, and chestnut-based delicacies, accompanied by music and an engaging cake competition. A genuine village festival, organized by the Pro Loco with charitable purposes, which attracts visitors from all over the valley and celebrates one of the symbolic fruits of the Ligurian Apennines.

Autumn in Val Trebbia

The Gorreto Chestnut Festival is one of the most beloved autumn events in Val Trebbia, the valley of the Ligurian Apennines that runs inland from Genoa. Gorreto, a small village along the Trebbia river, dedicates a festival to the chestnut - the symbolic fruit of these mountains - traditionally held on November 1st, All Saints' Day.

Roasted Chestnuts and Homemade Cakes

In the Municipal Gardens, stalls are filled with roasted chestnuts, homemade cakes, liqueurs, and chestnut specialties. It's an opportunity to taste and buy typical products from Val Trebbia, supporting local producers and bringing home the authentic flavors of the Apennine autumn.

Cake Competition and Music

Among the most cherished events is the homemade cake competition, showcasing the creativity and skill of the village women in preparing traditional and innovative desserts. The day is accompanied by music, making the festival even more lively.

A Charitable Festival

Organized by the Pro Loco Gorreto, the festival also has a charitable purpose: the proceeds are donated to charity. One more reason to participate in this community celebration, which combines the promotion of the Apennine Liguria region with the charitable spirit typical of small villages.

Gorreto Chestnut Festival — edition 2026

The 48th edition of the Gorreto Chestnut Festival is expected on November 1, 2026, All Saints' Day, in the Municipal Gardens of the village in Val Trebbia. Scheduled are roasted chestnuts, homemade cakes, liqueurs, and chestnut-based specialties, with a cake competition and music. Proceeds are donated to charity.

The 2026 edition, the 48th, of the Gorreto Chestnut Festival is scheduled for November 1st, following the tradition that links the festival to All Saints' Day. The event takes place in the Municipal Gardens of the village in Val Trebbia.

Stalls will offer roasted chestnuts, homemade cakes, liqueurs, and typical products, accompanied by the cake competition and music. Proceeds are donated to charity, as per the tradition of Pro Loco Gorreto.

Programme Gorreto Chestnut Festival 2026

November 1 - Municipal Gardens

  • Stalls with roasted chestnuts, homemade cakes, liqueurs, and chestnut specialties
  • Market of typical products from Val Trebbia
  • Homemade cake competition
  • Music and entertainment

The proceeds from the event are donated to charity.

Highlights Gorreto Chestnut Festival 2026

The roasted chestnuts, the homemade cake competition, and the charitable purpose of the festival in the village of Val Trebbia.

Prices Gorreto Chestnut Festival 2026

Free admission. Products for sale at the stalls; proceeds are donated to charity.

Practical information — Gorreto Chestnut Festival

How to get there

Gorreto is located in the upper Val Trebbia, along the SS 45 state road connecting Genoa and Piacenza. The Municipal Gardens are in the center of the village.

Admission and hours

Free admission. The festival generally runs from morning (around 8 AM) to late afternoon. Products are purchased at the stalls.

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Where does it take place — Gorreto Chestnut Festival

Giardini Comunali di Gorreto

Giardini Comunali, 16020 Gorreto

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Gorreto Chestnut Festival in brief

Gastronomy Local produce Nature Folk traditions Folklore Solidarity Outdoor Genova

History of Gorreto Chestnut Festival