Honey and Medicinal Herbs Festival
Celebrating the honey and medicinal herbs of Val Varaita in Casteldelfino
About Honey Festival
A historic festival in Val Varaita
The Honey and Medicinal Herbs Festival is one of the most beloved and long-standing events in Casteldelfino, a village in the Val Varaita, in the province of Cuneo, nestled in the heart of the Occitan Piedmont at the foot of Monviso. Now in its third decade, the festival has become a summer landmark for the entire valley, traditionally closing the busy August calendar of events.
Organized by the Pro Loco Casteldelfino Viva with the support of the local municipality, the festival celebrates two treasures of the Alpine territory: mountain honey, produced by local beekeepers, and the medicinal and healing herbs that have grown on the slopes of the Val Varaita for centuries, forming an integral part of the Occitan peasant culture.
What to expect
Throughout the weekend, the village comes alive with exhibition stands and a rich local products market, set up at the Multi-purpose Sports Center (the historic former Casermette) and along the streets and squares of the town center. Stalls feature honey producers, medicinal herbs, alpine cheeses, cured meats, and other typical products from the Cuneo mountains.
- Honey Pavilion featuring wildflower and mountain honey from local beekeepers
- Market of local products and handicrafts along the village streets
- Occitan gastronomy featuring the great polenta feast prepared by the Pro Loco
- Occitan music and dancing and entertainment for all ages
- Local shops and businesses open for the occasion
Between tradition and territory
The festival is much more than just a market; it is an opportunity to discover the Occitan culture of the Val Varaita, its musical traditions, and its mountain cuisine. The grand polenta feast is one of the most anticipated moments, along with the traditional Occitan music and dances that enliven the evenings. It is the perfect day or weekend trip for those looking to combine a visit to the Cuneo valleys with a taste of the authentic flavors of the Alpine Piedmont.
Casteldelfino, with its hamlets and landscapes of forests and alpine pastures, provides the ideal backdrop for this festival that celebrates the identity of an entire mountain community.
Honey Festival — edition 2026
2026 Edition
The Honey and Medicinal Herbs Festival returns to Casteldelfino on August 17 and 18, 2026. The municipality has already released the official invitation for stand bookings for the new edition, which will be set up in the hall of the Multi-purpose Sports Center (former Casermette) on Via Circonvallazione.
As per tradition, the weekend will be dedicated to mountain honey, medicinal herbs, and typical products of the Val Varaita, with a market along the village streets, Occitan gastronomy, and the great polenta feast by the Pro Loco Casteldelfino Viva.
The detailed program with times, entertainment, and musical appointments will be published by the organizers in the weeks preceding the event.
Programme Honey Festival 2026
The detailed program for the 2026 edition (times, entertainment, music, and culinary events) will be announced by the Pro Loco Casteldelfino Viva in the weeks leading up to the event.
Based on past editions, the festival features the opening of exhibition stands and the local products market, the honey pavilion, Occitan gastronomy with the traditional polenta feast, and moments of Occitan music and dance along the village streets. The official inauguration is generally held on Saturday afternoon.
Highlights Honey Festival 2026
- Honey pavilion with mountain honey from Val Varaita beekeepers
- Market of medicinal herbs and local products along the village streets
- Grand polenta feast by the Pro Loco Casteldelfino Viva
- Music and dances of the Occitan tradition
Prices Honey Festival 2026
Practical information — Honey Festival
Location
Casteldelfino (CN), Val Varaita, Piedmont. The stands and events take place at the Multi-purpose Sports Center (former Casermette) on Via Circonvallazione, and along the streets and squares of the town center.
How to get there
By car from Saluzzo, take the SP8 road up the entire Val Varaita to Casteldelfino (approx. 50 km). From Cuneo and Turin, reach Saluzzo and continue into the valley. Parking is available in the village and in designated areas during the event.
Admission
Access to the festival and the market is free. Food and the polenta feast are available for purchase at affordable prices.
Tips
As this is a mountain location, it is advisable to bring a warm layer for the evening. For updated dates and times, please check the official website of the Municipality of Casteldelfino or the channels of the Pro Loco Casteldelfino Viva.
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Where does it take place — Honey Festival
Centro Polifunzionale Sportivo (ex Casermette)
Via Circonvallazione, 12020 Casteldelfino