Maremma d'aMare - Maremma Traditions Fair
Horses, butteri, and Maremma traditions on the Montalto Marina seafront
About Maremma d'aMare
A fair that tells the soul of the Maremma
Maremma d'aMare - Maremma Traditions Fair is the May event that the Municipality of Montalto di Castro, in the province of Viterbo (Lazio), dedicates to the equestrian culture and rural heritage of the stretch of Maremma that descends from Upper Tuscia to the sea. The event takes place in Montalto Marina, between the seafront, the Municipal Pine Forest, and the Piazzale del Palombaro, where the Traditions Village is set up—the beating heart of the fair with its free grandstand overlooking the arena.
Horses and butteri, the absolute stars
The hallmark of Maremma d'aMare is its equestrian shows. Carousels, horse choreography, demonstrations of Maremma-style riding, and rural processions bring back the figure of the buttero, the mounted herdsman who for centuries managed Maremma cattle herds in the marshlands between Lazio and Tuscany. Alongside the riders, Maremma-breed cattle, farm wagons, and antique work tools parade: not just a simple exhibition, but the enactment of a living identity. The national Senofonte Award for the best Italian show in the tradition, folklore, and Italian horse category confirms the high level achieved by the event.
The Path of Traditions
In the Municipal Pine Forest, the Path of Traditions takes shape—an educational and recreational route designed especially for families and school groups. Along the trail, visitors encounter farm and Maremma animals, observe ancient crafts, and discover the customs, tools, and stories of the territory. It is the educational soul of the fair, allowing even the youngest to understand the origins of the surrounding landscape.
Market, crafts, and gastronomy
The seafront transforms into a long market exhibition featuring artisan exhibitors, local agricultural produce, the culinary excellence of Tuscia, and street food stands. Alongside the stands are a funfair, wooden games for children, and recreational activities that keep the public entertained from morning until night.
Sea, wind, and sport
Located on the Tyrrhenian coast, the fair takes advantage of its position with initiatives on the beach: sports demonstrations, parades on the shoreline, and above all the Kite Festival "Colors and art in the sky," which fills the beach with shapes and colors—a light and family-friendly counterpoint to the equestrian shows in the Village.
A local event
Organized by the Municipal Administration of Montalto di Castro together with the Tc&m association, Maremma d'aMare has become one of the most attractive spring events in the province of Viterbo, capable of drawing visitors from all over Lazio and nearby Tuscany, effectively kicking off the tourist season on the coast. Admission is free for the entire duration of the event.
What to see nearby
A visit to the fair can easily be combined with the local heritage: the Vulci Archaeological Park, one of the most important Etruscan cities, is just a few kilometers away, while the coast offers sandy beaches, pine forests, and the Vulci Oasis along the Fiora River. A weekend that combines tradition, nature, and archaeology.
Maremma d'aMare — edition 2026
Maremma d'aMare 2026: the 11th edition
From May 8 to 10, 2026, Montalto Marina hosted the eleventh edition of the Maremma Traditions Fair, organized by the Municipality of Montalto di Castro with the Tc&m association. Three days of equestrian shows, crafts, local products, and beach activities, with free admission.
The new show
The highlight of the year was the equestrian show "The Centaur's Dream," performed by the Cavalieri di Maremma with the Ruben Ranch school, scheduled every evening at 6:00 PM and culminating in the grand finale on Sunday. In the morning, the "A Morning in Maremma" carousel brought butteri, horses, and Maremma-style riding back to the arena.
Families and territory
Alongside the shows, the Path of Traditions in the Municipal Pine Forest, wooden games, the "Colors and art in the sky" Kite Festival on the beach, the free animal microchipping day, and the parade of the Carabinieri mounted fanfare completed a program designed for audiences of all ages.
Programme Maremma d'aMare 2026
Friday, May 8, 2026
- 10:00 AM - Opening of the market, crafts, local products, street food, and activities along the seafront
- Afternoon - "Path of Traditions," educational and recreational route in the Municipal Pine Forest
- 5:00 PM - Official inauguration with ribbon-cutting at the Traditions Village
- 6:00 PM - Equestrian show "The Centaur's Dream" with the Cavalieri di Maremma and the Ruben Ranch school
Saturday, May 9, 2026
- From morning - Market, "Colors and art in the sky" Kite Festival on the beach, educational path for families
- 11:00 AM - Equestrian show "A Morning in Maremma" with butteri and horses
- 11:30 AM - Riding school exhibition
- Afternoon - Wooden games and rural procession with riders and butteri
- 6:00 PM - Equestrian show "The Centaur's Dream"
Sunday, May 10, 2026
- 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Free animal microchipping day
- Throughout the day - Market, equestrian exhibitions, police dog unit demonstration
- Afternoon - Rural procession with marching band and Carabinieri mounted fanfare
- 6:00 PM - Grand finale with "The Centaur's Dream"
Venues: Traditions Village at Piazzale del Palombaro, Harmine seafront, and Municipal Pine Forest of Montalto Marina.
Highlights Maremma d'aMare 2026
- The evening equestrian show "The Centaur's Dream" with the Cavalieri di Maremma
- The morning carousel "A Morning in Maremma" with the butteri
- The rural procession with marching band and Carabinieri mounted fanfare
- The Path of Traditions in the Municipal Pine Forest
- The "Colors and art in the sky" Kite Festival on the beach
- The market exhibition of crafts and local Tuscia products
Prices Maremma d'aMare 2026
Practical information — Maremma d'aMare
How to get there
By car: SS1 Aurelia, exit Montalto di Castro, then follow signs for Montalto Marina (about 5 km from the center). By train: Montalto di Castro station on the Rome-Grosseto-Pisa line, then bus or taxi to the Marina. Nearest airports: Rome Fiumicino (about 110 km).
Where it takes place
Traditions Village at Piazzale del Palombaro, Harmine seafront, and the Municipal Pine Forest of Montalto Marina.
Admission
Free entry for the entire duration of the fair, including the equestrian show grandstand.
Tips
Wear comfortable shoes for the Path of Traditions in the pine forest, and bring a hat and water for sunny days. The evening equestrian shows at 6:00 PM are the most crowded: it is advisable to arrive a little early to find a seat in the grandstand. Parking is available in the Marina area, but it fills up quickly on weekends.
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Villaggio delle Tradizioni - Piazzale del Palombaro e Pineta Comunale
Piazzale del Palombaro, Montalto Marina, 01014 Montalto di Castro