Roe Deer Festival and Donor Feast

A new festival in the village of Monteverdi Marittimo

The Roe Deer Festival and Donor Feast is held in Monteverdi Marittimo, a small town in the Province of Pisa located on the southern edge of the Pisan territory, at the foothills of the Colline Metallifere and the gateway to the Upper Maremma. The event weaves together two themes: the gastronomic, showcasing traditional Monteverdi cuisine and roe deer specialties, and the philanthropic, with the Donor Feast, a moment dedicated to celebrating blood donation and the volunteer spirit that has always animated small Tuscan communities.

Two days of flavors and conviviality

The festival spans two days. The program includes the opening of the restaurant, where traditional local products and recipes are served, alongside a series of events that bring the afternoons and evenings to life. Live music and dancing accompany the dinners, while Sunday begins with Holy Mass and continues with a demonstration by the local karate school, highlighting the involvement of the village's associations.

• Restaurant opening featuring roe deer specialties and traditional Monteverdi cuisine
• Evenings with live music and dancing
• Holy Mass and community-focused events
• Performances by local associations

Monteverdi Marittimo, an Orange Flag village

The festival takes place in one of the most fascinating villages in inland Tuscany. Monteverdi Marittimo, awarded the Orange Flag by the Italian Touring Club, stands at an altitude of approximately 360 meters and boasts an ancient history linked to the Abbey of San Pietro in Palazzuolo, founded in 754 by Benedictine monks. The village serves as the northern gateway to the Maremma and preserves a rural identity defined by forests, game, local produce, and strong community cohesion. The presence of roe deer in the local cuisine reflects this deep bond between the village and its hilly, wooded territory.

An event for the whole community

The Roe Deer Festival and Donor Feast is designed as a meeting point for local residents and visitors eager to discover an authentic corner of Tuscany, far from the more crowded tourist circuits. Between courses, the festival also serves as a reminder of the importance of blood donation, all within the joyful and participatory atmosphere that is the hallmark of Tuscan village festivals.