Sagra della Cipolla Rossa di Breme
The festival of the Sweetest Onion in Lomellina, between gastronomy and history
About Sagra della Cipolla Rossa
The Sweetest Onion of Breme
In the heart of Lomellina, in the Province of Pavia, the village of Breme has been celebrating its symbolic product for over forty years with the Sagra della Cipolla Rossa. The star is the Breme Red Onion, affectionately called "la Dolcissima" for its delicate flavor without a pungent aftertaste: since 2020, it has been a Slow Food presidium and is recognized as a De.C.O. (Denominazione Comunale di Origine - Municipal Designation of Origin) product.
Two Weekends of Taste
The festival takes place over two weekends in June. Friday and Saturday are dedicated to dinners, while Sunday also offers lunch. During the weekdays, there are evenings dedicated to pizza. On the table, the onion is featured in a thousand ways, from traditional Lomellina dishes to more creative preparations. You can also buy fresh onions directly from the producers.
Craftsmanship and Guided Tours
Alongside the gastronomy, the event features an artisan market on the weekends and a rich cultural program: free visits to the historical monuments of the village throughout the day and guided tours on Sunday afternoons. Don't miss the discovery of the Abbey of San Pietro, an early medieval jewel, and its crypt, testimonies of Breme's Benedictine past.
A Village That Tells Its Story
Organized by the Breme Red Onion Producers' Association, the festival is held in a fully covered area, ensuring the celebration can take place even in case of bad weather. It is a model of territorial enhancement: a small municipality in the Pavese region that, through an identity product, tells its rural and monumental history to thousands of visitors.
Sagra della Cipolla Rossa — edition 2026
The 44th edition of the Sagra della Cipolla Rossa di Breme is scheduled for the weekends of June 12-13-14 and June 19-20-21, 2026. The star is, as always, the "Dolcissima" Red Onion, a Slow Food presidium and De.C.O. product, celebrated in all its gastronomic variations.
The festival combines dining with the historical heritage of the Lomellina village, with visits to the monuments and the Abbey complex of San Pietro. The event is held in a fully covered space, ensuring the celebration even in case of rain.
Programme Sagra della Cipolla Rossa 2026
Catering Hours
- Friday and Saturday — dinner only, from 7:15 PM to 11:00 PM
- Sunday — lunch from 12:00 PM to 2:30 PM and dinner from 7:15 PM to 11:00 PM
- Monday, June 15 to Thursday, June 18 — pizza evenings from 7:30 PM
Onion Sales
- Saturday — sales from 10:00 AM
- Sunday — sales until stocks last
Culture and Crafts
- Artisan market on Saturdays and Sundays
- Free visits to historical monuments daily, from 10:00 AM to 9:30 PM
- Guided tours on Sundays at 3:00 PM (reservation recommended)
Highlights Sagra della Cipolla Rossa 2026
Dishes based on the "Dolcissima" onion, direct sales of the onion from producers, and guided tours of the Abbey of San Pietro.
Prices Sagra della Cipolla Rossa 2026
Practical information — Sagra della Cipolla Rossa
Where
Historic center of Breme (PV), covered area near via Abbazia San Pietro 17.
When
Two weekends in June. Friday and Saturday dinner only (7:15 PM - 11:00 PM); Sunday lunch (12:00 PM - 2:30 PM) and dinner; weekday evenings pizza from 7:30 PM.
Payments
It is advisable to check the accepted payment methods. Sunday guided tours (3:00 PM) are recommended with reservation.
How to get there
Breme is located in western Lomellina, near the border with Piedmont. By car from SS596 dei Cairoli; by train to Mortara or Sartirana stations, then local connections.
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Where does it take place — Sagra della Cipolla Rossa
Centro storico di Breme
Via Abbazia S. Pietro 17, 27020 Breme