Regional Honey and Beekeeping Equipment Fair

The Alta Langa honey fair

The Regional Honey and Beekeeping Equipment Fair in Montezemolo, in the province of Cuneo, is one of the historic events dedicated to beekeeping in Piedmont. For two days, this small Alta Langa village, perched at over 700 meters above sea level on the border between the Langhe and Liguria, becomes the heart of local honey production: acacia, chestnut, wildflower, and raspberry, alongside propolis, royal jelly, and natural honey-based cosmetics.

A history spanning over forty years

The fair began in 1979 as a unique exhibition dedicated to beekeeping, and in 1996, it received recognition from the Piedmont Region as a regional honey fair, the first of its kind for Piedmontese beekeeping. After a long hiatus, the event returned in 2025 with a symbolic edition dubbed "0+34," a fresh start built on the solid foundations of previous years. Montezemolo is a member of the National Association of Honey Cities, a network of Italian municipalities linked to this excellence.

What to expect

The fair combines a popular atmosphere with technical and scientific expertise. The producers' market winds through the village streets, showcasing honey and hive products, as well as beekeeping equipment and typical Alta Langa goods. Highlights include:

• guided tastings of various honey types;
• samples of delicacies and honey-based specialties;
• opportunities for discussion and in-depth study reserved for beekeepers, scholars, and industry experts;
• live music and social gatherings among the stands.

Among the hills of the Cuneo area

Visiting the Montezemolo Honey Fair is also an opportunity to discover an authentic corner of Piedmont: the pastures and woods of the Alta Langa, the Cordero castle, the church of San Benedetto, and panoramic views stretching as far as the Maritime Alps. It is the perfect occasion to combine a passion for genuine products with the discovery of a village that has made honey a symbol of its identity.