Sagra della Salsiccia

The sausage festival of Pontinvrea

In Pontinvrea, a municipality in the Erro Valley in the province of Savona, the Sagra della Salsiccia is one of the most deeply rooted gastronomic events in the hinterland. Organized by the Pro Loco (local tourism board) in collaboration with the Municipality, the event has celebrated local sausage, the symbolic dish of the peasant tradition of these valleys, for over half a century.

A regional recognition

In 2026, the sagra (traditional festival) joined the calendar of Authentic Ligurian Events of the Liguria Region, a recognition reserved for events that enhance a typical dish or an authentic zero-kilometer product, with a solid historical foundation and a close link to the traditions of the territory. Pontinvrea, along with nearby Mioglia, represents one of the first entries from the Erro Valley into this prestigious regional list.

Taste and community

The festival day combines food stalls, where the sausage is prepared according to the local recipe, with music and entertainment that evoke the convivial spirit of village sagre. An opportunity to discover the authenticity of the Savona hinterland and the flavors of the Erro Valley.