National White Truffle Fair and San Martin Fair
The white truffle and the historic San Martin Fair in the heart of Canelli
About Canelli Truffle Fair
A festival that tells the story of Canelli and its Monferrato
The National White Truffle Fair and San Martin Fair is one of the most cherished autumn events in Canelli, the city of sparkling wine overlooking a bend in the Belbo River, in the Alto Monferrato area of the province of Asti, in Piedmont. The event brings together two souls in a single weekend: the fair dedicated to the white truffle (Tuber Magnatum Pico), a world-renowned excellence, and the historic San Martin Fair, an ancient village market fair featuring over a hundred stalls of all kinds.
The white truffle takes center stage
The heart of the culinary experience is the Pala-Tartufo, a heated marquee set up on Corso Libertà, which hosts the White Truffle Exhibition and Competition, featuring the awarding of the best specimens and the most beautiful displays. Surrounding it, stalls offer tastings and local specialties: from veal tartare to plin ravioli with fondue, and eggs with black truffle, all paired with the great wines of the area, from Asti Spumante to Moscato.
Between markets, tradition, and fun
Along Corso Libertà and in the squares of the historic center, the stalls of the San Martin Fair wind their way, while the funfair brings life to the areas dedicated to families. Every year, the program offers nature walks with simulated truffle hunting, sensory analysis sessions, guided tours to discover the underground Canelli and its famous Wine Cathedrals, as well as numerous activities designed for children.
An event for the entire region
Organized by the Municipality of Canelli together with the Pro Loco, the Regional Enoteca, the Consortium for the Protection of Asti, and many local associations, the fair has achieved National status in recent years, consolidating its appeal far beyond the borders of Monferrato. It is the perfect opportunity to discover one of Italy's wine capitals on one of its most vibrant days.
Canelli Truffle Fair — edition 2026
La Fiera Nazionale del Tartufo e Fiera di San Martin torna a Canelli il 7 e 8 novembre 2026, come indicato dal calendario ufficiale degli eventi cittadini. Il programma dettagliato dell'edizione 2026 non è ancora stato pubblicato.
Sulla base delle edizioni precedenti, sono attesi: la Mostra Concorso del Tartufo Bianco sotto il Pala-Tartufo in corso Libertà, le degustazioni di prodotti tipici e vini del Monferrato, le oltre cento bancarelle della Fiera di San Martin, il luna park, le camminate con cerca simulata del tartufo, l'analisi sensoriale, le visite guidate alla città e le attività per i bambini.
Il programma completo, con orari e appuntamenti, sarà annunciato dal Comune di Canelli nelle settimane precedenti la manifestazione.
Programme Canelli Truffle Fair 2026
Il programma dettagliato dell'edizione 2026 sarà annunciato dal Comune di Canelli e dalla Pro Loco nelle settimane precedenti la manifestazione (presumibilmente in ottobre).
Sulla base delle edizioni passate, la struttura abituale prevede:
- Mostra Concorso del Tartufo Bianco sotto il Pala-Tartufo, con premiazione dei migliori esemplari
- Stand enogastronomici e degustazioni di prodotti tipici lungo corso Libertà
- Oltre 100 bancarelle della Fiera di San Martin e luna park
- Camminate naturalistiche con cerca simulata del tartufo e analisi sensoriale
- Visite guidate alla città e alle Cattedrali del vino
- Attività e laboratori per bambini
Highlights Canelli Truffle Fair 2026
La mostra concorso del tartufo bianco al Pala-Tartufo e le oltre cento bancarelle della storica Fiera di San Martin restano i momenti clou della manifestazione.
Prices Canelli Truffle Fair 2026
Practical information — Canelli Truffle Fair
How to get there
Canelli is located in the province of Asti, along the road connecting Asti to Acqui Terme. By car, it can be reached from the A21 motorway (Asti Est exit) or the A26. By train, the Canelli station is on the Asti-Acqui-Genoa line.
Where it takes place
The heart of the event is Corso Libertà, with the Pala-Tartufo located in front of the station. The fair extends throughout the historic center, into Piazza Gancia (funfair), and along the surrounding streets.
Admission
Access to the fair area and the stalls is free of charge. Some specific activities (guided tastings, tours, workshops) may require a fee or booking.
Information
Municipality of Canelli - Events Office, tel. +39 0141 820237, [email protected].
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Where does it take place — Canelli Truffle Fair
Corso Libertà e Pala-Tartufo
Corso Libertà, 14053 Canelli