Pizzoccheri Festival

Pizzoccheri are back in the spotlight in Sovere

The Pizzoccheri Festival is one of the most anticipated gastronomic events of the summer in Sovere, a municipality in Alto Sebino in the Province of Bergamo. Organized by the Pro Loco, it takes place at the Parco Senatore Silvestri and celebrates one of the symbolic dishes of Lombardy's mountain cuisine.

A dish of Alpine tradition

The absolute stars are pizzoccheri, the short buckwheat tagliatelle typical of Valtellina, seasoned with savoy cabbage, potatoes, butter, and cheese. Although originally from the province of Sondrio, pizzoccheri have become a classic at Bergamo festivals too, and in Sovere, they find an ideal setting among the hills sloping down towards Lake Iseo.

Music, dancing, and conviviality

The festival is not just about food: the evenings are accompanied by music and dancing, with orchestras and bands animating the park until late at night. The simple and proven formula makes this event a gathering point for the Sovere community and visitors from nearby towns.

Heart of Alto Sebino

Sovere, with its historic center and hamlets spread between the valley and the hills, is one of the gateways to Alto Sebino. The Pizzoccheri Festival is part of the Pro Loco's rich summer calendar, which offers various food and wine events at Parco Silvestri throughout the year.