The truffle of Alto Garda Bresciano in the village of Gardola
Few people know that the mountains above Lake Garda hold a gastronomic treasure: truffles. In Tignale, a municipality in Alto Garda in the province of Brescia, the Sagra del Tartufo celebrates this fruit of the earth in the charming village of Gardola, the historic heart of the town. The event, now almost thirty years old, is one of the most anticipated gastronomic events of the Garda autumn.
The heart of the festival are the town's restaurants, which during the event offer special truffle-based menus, highlighting local recipes. Around the table, there are also tastings, stalls, cooking shows, and entertainment designed for all ages, which liven up the village on the weekends of the event. It's a way to experience the town slowly and deliciously, among alleys, glimpses of the lake, and autumn scents.
The festival is also an opportunity to discover the beauties of Tignale. During the event, you can visit the Limonaia Pra dela Fam, one of the last historic lemon houses on Lake Garda, and the Museum of the Alto Garda Bresciano Park. The village of Gardola, with its authentic atmosphere, provides the ideal setting for an event that combines flavors, nature, and local culture.
Tignale is awarded the Orange Flag by the Touring Club Italiano, a recognition reserved for small inland towns that distinguish themselves for environmental quality and hospitality. Overlooking Alto Garda Bresciano, the town is an ideal destination for those seeking a different Garda, made of mountains, traditions, and genuine products. The Sagra del Tartufo is its tastiest showcase.
The 2026 edition of the Sagra del Tartufo di Tignale, expected as the 28th edition, will be held between late September and early October in the village of Gardola. Following the model of previous years โ in 2025 the festival took place on the weekends of September 27-28 and October 4-5 โ the town's restaurants will offer special menus based on local truffles, while the village will come alive with tastings, stalls, and activities. The precise dates will be announced by the Municipality.
The detailed program for the 2026 edition will be published by the Municipality of Tignale closer to the event. The traditional structure of the festival includes:
End of September - beginning of October 2026 (dates to be confirmed; in 2025: September 27-28 and October 4-5).
Village of Gardola, Tignale (BS), Alto Garda Bresciano.
By car along the Gardesana Occidentale (SS45bis) with a climb towards Tignale; the village of Gardola is the center of the municipality.
Municipality of Tignale, tel. +39 0365 73354, [email protected].
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