"Per le vie del Borgo" — Scurcola, the Village of Flavors

"Per le vie del Borgo" in Scurcola Marsicana

"Per le vie del Borgo" — Scurcola, the Village of Flavors is the food and wine event that brings the historic center of Scurcola Marsicana to life during the Christmas season. Located in the heart of the Abruzzo region, this town in the Marsica area hosts an initiative organized by the Nuova Pro Loco APS of Scurcola Marsicana in collaboration with the local municipality. It turns the alleys and small squares of the ancient village into a true gourmet trail, where residents and visitors can discover charming corners and hidden views of the town.

A journey through tasting stops

The heart of the event is a walking route that winds through the historic center. Along the path, there are numerous tasting stops—about twenty-five in the last edition—set up with stands, sampling points, and spaces dedicated to local products. You can enjoy everything from classic bruschetta to the delicacies of Marsican cuisine, featuring both traditional dishes and creative reinterpretations, all paired with local wines. The number of participating wineries has grown with each edition, doubling compared to previous years.

The village and its atmosphere

The event highlights the heritage of the village of Scurcola Marsicana, which is dominated by the ruins of the Orsini-Colonna castle and linked to the memory of the historic Battle of Tagliacozzo in 1268. During the holiday season, the town also lights up with other Christmas events, such as the Presepi nel Borgo (Nativity Scenes in the Village), creating an ideal setting for a stroll among lights, traditions, and flavors. The generosity of the residents, who open their private rooms and cellars to the public, is an integral part of the formula that has ensured the event's success.

A growing event

Created to revitalize the historic center and strengthen the community's bond with its territory, the event has become a highly anticipated appointment in the Marsica area, attracting visitors not only from Abruzzo but also from outside the region. Thanks to increasing participation and the enthusiasm of the population, "Per le vie del Borgo" has established itself as one of the food, wine, and tourism highlights of the winter calendar in Scurcola Marsicana.