Regional White Truffle Fair of Monferrato
The king of the autumn table in the heart of the Asti Monferrato
About Cortazzone Truffle Fair
A festival dedicated to the Monferrato white truffle
Every early December, the village of Cortazzone in the province of Asti transforms into a grand celebration of flavors for the Regional White Truffle Fair of Monferrato. The absolute star is the Tuber magnatum Pico, the prized white truffle that the Monferrato hills offer to local hunters, the famous trifolau, during the autumn season. Organized by the Pro Loco Cortazzonese with the patronage of the Piedmont Region, this is a highly anticipated event that celebrates the food, wine, and artisanal excellence of this corner of Piedmont.
Aromas, wines, and tradition
The fair is one of those authentic, well-organized village festivals where visitors can fully immerse themselves in local culture. Amidst the intense aromas of truffles, fine hillside wines, and market stalls, you can stroll through the historic center, tasting local delicacies and chatting with trifolau, producers, and food artisans. The beating heart of the event is the truffle market exhibition, where the best specimens are judged and displayed, accompanied by typical Monferrato products: cheeses, cured meats, desserts, and the region's great wines.
Flavors and festive moments
The program traditionally includes an inaugural dinner and, most importantly, a fixed-menu lunch by reservation in the heart of the village—the perfect opportunity to enjoy Monferrato cuisine enriched with shavings of white truffle. The event also features the awarding of the best truffles, producer exhibitions, folk music, and entertainment, creating a warm, convivial, and family-friendly atmosphere.
Cortazzone and the Monferrato
Visiting the fair is also a great opportunity to discover Cortazzone and its jewel, the Romanesque church of San Secondo, one of the most significant examples of medieval architecture in the area. It is nestled in the rolling landscape of the Monferrato, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site alongside the Langhe and Roero. An experience that combines taste, culture, and tradition in one of the most truffle-rich lands in all of Piedmont.
Cortazzone Truffle Fair — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the Regional White Truffle Fair of Monferrato is scheduled for Sunday, December 6, 2026, in Cortazzone (AT), in the heart of the Asti Monferrato.
The date is included in the official calendar of Piedmontese truffle fairs. The detailed program has not yet been published: as per tradition, the day is expected to revolve around the white truffle market exhibition, the awarding of the best specimens, stalls featuring local products and wines, folk music, and a fixed-menu lunch by reservation in the village's historic center.
The complete program, including times and details, will be communicated by the Pro Loco Cortazzonese on official channels in the weeks prior to the event.
Programme Cortazzone Truffle Fair 2026
The detailed program for the 2026 edition has not yet been published. The official date is Sunday, December 6, 2026.
Based on previous editions, the day is expected to include:
- Opening of the white truffle market exhibition and local product stands in the historic center
- Awarding of the best truffle specimens in the morning
- Fixed-menu lunch by reservation featuring truffle-based dishes
- Folk music and entertainment
The final program, including times and guests, will be announced by the Pro Loco Cortazzonese in the weeks leading up to the event.
Highlights Cortazzone Truffle Fair 2026
The Monferrato white truffle market exhibition with local trifolau, the awarding of the best specimens, and the themed lunch in the village of Cortazzone.
Prices Cortazzone Truffle Fair 2026
Practical information — Cortazzone Truffle Fair
Getting there
Cortazzone (AT) is located in the Asti Monferrato and can be reached by car from Asti in about 20 minutes via provincial roads. The most convenient motorway exit is Asti Est (A21 Turin-Piacenza). The reference railway station is Asti, served by regional trains from Turin and Alessandria; from there, you can continue by car or local connections.
Admission and dining
Admission to the fair and market is free. The Sunday fixed-menu lunch is by reservation only: it is recommended to book in advance by calling the Pro Loco.
Contacts
Pro Loco Cortazzonese — tel. +39 0141 995324 / +39 340 6527268 — email [email protected]. Updated information is available on the official Facebook group of the event.
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Where does it take place — Cortazzone Truffle Fair
Centro storico di Cortazzone
Via del Castello 2, 14010 Cortazzone