Mostra Mercato del Tartufo Bianco Pregiato
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Mostra Mercato del Tartufo Bianco Pregiato

The precious white truffle of upper Molise in San Pietro Avellana

San Pietro Avellana — Isernia (094)
Dates 01 Nov โ€” 02 Nov 2026
Location San Pietro Avellana (094)
Prices Free
Status โ€”

About Mostra Mercato del Tartufo Bianco

In early November, San Pietro Avellana, in upper Molise in the province of Isernia, celebrates its rarest treasure: the precious white truffle (Tuber magnatum Pico). The Mostra Mercato del Tartufo Bianco Pregiato brings the best truffle hunters and sellers to the village, with stands, tastings, typical recipes, and the opportunity to buy and taste the white gold of Molise. A historic event, now around thirty years old, which makes this small Apennine village one of Italy's truffle capitals, alongside Alba and Acqualagna.

The white gold of Molise

In the woods of upper Molise, in San Pietro Avellana (province of Isernia), grows one of the rarest and most prized products of Italian gastronomy: the precious white truffle (Tuber magnatum Pico). Every year, around November 1st and the first weekend of the month, the village dedicates the Mostra Mercato del Tartufo Bianco Pregiato to it, a twin event to the Black Truffle Fair held in the summer.

A thirty-year tradition

Now in its thirtieth year, the market exhibition attracts the best truffle hunters and sellers of the prized tuber, ready to offer advice, tastings, and the chance to buy truffles directly from producers. Among the stands, you can taste characteristic local recipes based on white truffle and discover the typical products of upper Molise.

Not just truffles

The event is also an opportunity to visit San Pietro Avellana and its Museum of Upper Molise โ€” showcasing uses, customs, trades, and archaeological finds โ€” which tells the story of the Samnites and local culture. Recognized as one of Italy's Truffle Towns, the town reaffirms its deep connection with the white gold of its woods with this autumn event.

Mostra Mercato del Tartufo Bianco โ€” edition 2026

For 2026, San Pietro Avellana renews the Mostra Mercato del Tartufo Bianco Pregiato in early November, expected around the 30th edition. The formula with stands of truffle hunters and sellers, tastings, recipes based on white truffle, and typical products of upper Molise is confirmed. Detailed dates and program will be released by the Municipality in the preceding weeks.

The Mostra Mercato del Tartufo Bianco Pregiato returns to San Pietro Avellana (IS) in early November 2026, around November 1st and the first weekend of the month, expected for its 30th edition. The stands featuring the best truffle hunters and sellers of precious white truffle (Tuber magnatum Pico), tastings, typical local recipes, and spaces dedicated to local products are confirmed. The exact date and full program are usually announced by the Municipality of San Pietro Avellana in the weeks leading up to the event.

Programme Mostra Mercato del Tartufo Bianco 2026

The detailed program for the 2026 edition will be announced by the Municipality of San Pietro Avellana in the preceding weeks. The usual structure includes:

  • Opening of stands with precious white truffle and typical products
  • Tastings and recipes based on white truffle
  • Meeting with local truffle hunters and sellers
  • Opportunity to visit the Museum of Upper Molise

Highlights Mostra Mercato del Tartufo Bianco 2026

The precious white truffle (Tuber magnatum Pico) from the woods of upper Molise, for sale and tasting.

Prices Mostra Mercato del Tartufo Bianco 2026

Free admission; purchases and tastings are paid.

Practical information — Mostra Mercato del Tartufo Bianco

When

In early November, around November 1st and the first weekend of the month.

Where

San Pietro Avellana (IS), town centre.

How to get there

By car in upper Molise, near the border with Abruzzo; connections from the Isernia area.

Admission

Free; purchases and tastings at the stands are paid.

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Where does it take place โ€” Mostra Mercato del Tartufo Bianco

Centro di San Pietro Avellana

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