Saint Louis Festival in Bagnolo

The Bagnolo Feast

The Saint Louis Festival is the summer event of the hamlet of Bagnolo, in Nogarole Rocca, a municipality in the plains of the province of Verona. Dedicated to Saint Louis Gonzaga, patron saint of young people, it is traditionally held in August along Via Europa, in the heart of the hamlet.

The Alpini's Cuisine

The heart of the festival is the large food stand, managed by the Gruppo Alpini di Bagnolo, where you can taste traditional Veronese dishes. Among the most beloved specialties are tripe and 'risotto al tastasal' – a typical Veronese dish made with ground and seasoned pork – which have been attracting gourmets from all over the area for years. The stands open every evening from 7:30 PM, accompanied by evenings of music and entertainment.

A Village Tradition

Now in its many editions, the Saint Louis Festival is one of the most established festivals in the Veronese plain. Organized by the Alpini with the spirit of community and solidarity typical of the 'penne nere' (black feathers), it combines the devotional aspect linked to the patron saint of young people with a popular celebration, in a convivial atmosphere that is part of the identity of Bagnolo and Nogarole Rocca.