Roaschia in Fiore

Roaschia in Fiore: Spring in the Gesso Valley

Roaschia in Fiore is the event that celebrates the arrival of the warmer season in Roaschia, a small village in the Gesso Valley, in the Province of Cuneo and in the heart of Piedmont. Nestled on the valley floor at an altitude of approximately 820 meters, at the gates of the Maritime Alps Natural Park, this village of a few hundred inhabitants, made up of numerous hamlets scattered among the mountains, opens its squares and courtyards for a day of celebration dedicated to beekeeping, flowers, and the valley's artisanal crafts.

A festival born around bees and flowers

The common thread of the event is the relationship between man, bees, and the alpine environment. Throughout the day, visitors can participate in a guided tour among bees and flowers, with staggered departures in small groups, to discover the world of mountain beekeeping and local flora up close. Dedicated moments are planned for children and families, such as flower planting and the beeswax workshop, opportunities to learn while having fun and to get a hands-on look at the work of beekeepers.

The market and local flavors

Throughout the day, the town center hosts a market of local products and local crafts, where you can find honey, cheeses, sweets, and creations made by the artisans of the Gesso Valley. The convivial heart of the festival is the festival lunch, with a menu entirely built around honey: from honey aperitifs to pasta with honey pesto, to tasting boards and seirass with honey. There is also a proposal dedicated to children, and live music accompanies lunch and the afternoon.

Roaschia, a village of caves, shepherds, and tradition

The event is also an opportunity to discover Roaschia and its identity. The town is known for the Roaschia sheep, an indigenous breed of the valley, and for a genuine gastronomy that ranges from tajarin to mountain pasture cheeses. The origins of the Municipality are ancient and date back to at least the 12th century, in a territory marked by stories of shepherds, caves, and mountain life. Roaschia in Fiore thus combines the promotion of popular traditions with a day in the open air, suitable for families and nature lovers.

Why attend

• Guided tours among bees and flowers with local beekeepers
• Workshops for children and families on beeswax and planting
• Market of local products and crafts from the Gesso Valley
• Festival lunch with a honey-themed menu and live music
• A day immersed in the nature of the Maritime Alps Park