Sagra della Castagna

The Lucanian autumn festival

In Spinoso, a village in Val d'Agri in the Province of Potenza, the Sagra della Castagna (Chestnut Festival) is the autumn event par excellence. Organized by the Pro Loco Spinoso, the event celebrates the fruit of the territory's chestnut groves in a day of celebration that attracts visitors from all over the province.

Roasted chestnuts and mountain flavors

For the occasion, the streets of the historic center are filled with food stalls where the chestnut is offered in all its forms — starting with the unmissable roasted chestnuts — accompanied by local wines and dishes of traditional Lucanian cuisine, such as polenta and local cheeses. A stroll through taste and tradition, from morning until evening.

Music, dancing and community

The festival is not just about food: live folk music, traditional dances, and entertainment for all ages liven up the day, creating the warm and festive atmosphere typical of village festivals. It is also an opportunity to learn about the harvesting and processing techniques of chestnuts, a symbol of a territory tied to its woods.

Spinoso and Val d'Agri

Overlooking the Pertusillo lake, Spinoso is immersed in a landscape of chestnut groves and mountains that provides a natural backdrop for the festival. The Sagra della Castagna, a now-established event with over twenty years of history, is one of the moments when the village enhances its agricultural identity and welcomes visitors to the heart of the Lucanian autumn.