Lumacata di Fabbriche

A historic festival in western Genoa

The Lumacata di Fabbriche is a gastronomic festival with a long tradition: born in 1959, it is one of the most cherished summer events in the hinterland of Voltri, in the western part of Genoa. It takes place in Fabbriche, a hilly hamlet nestled in the greenery, and owes its name to the absolute star of the festival: the snail, cooked according to the ancient local recipe.

Snails and the flavours of the grill

The heart of the festival is the food. Snails are the signature dish, but the menu offers much more: grilled meat and sausage, pizzas cooked in wood-fired ovens, desserts, and traditional specialities. A genuine and abundant gastronomic offering, served every evening from 6 PM to midnight, and also for lunch on Sundays.

Music and entertainment

Alongside the food, the festival offers live music evenings, the traditional lottery, and entertainment for families, in a convivial and village atmosphere. An opportunity to spend an evening outdoors, enjoying typical dishes and immersing yourself in the authenticity of a Ligurian hinterland village.

A festival for the whole community

Deeply rooted in the community of Fabbriche, the Lumacata is the result of the work of the village volunteers, who renew a tradition over sixty years old every year. Thanks to the free shuttle service from the AMT terminus, the festival is easily accessible and represents a great opportunity to discover the rural and welcoming soul of this corner of Genoa.