Sauris in Festa – Festa del Prosciutto

The most smoked ham festival in Italy

At over 1,400 metres above sea level, in the German-speaking linguistic island of Sauris (Zahre), one of Italy's most unique hams is produced: sweet, tender, and lightly smoked with beech wood scented with juniper and herbs, then aged in the cool air of the Carnic Dolomites. Sauris in Festa – Festa del Prosciutto, the most anticipated gastronomic event of the Sauris summer, is dedicated to this product, a symbol of the territory.

Two weekends of flavours

The event takes place over two weekends in July, in Sauris di Sotto. Among the stalls, you can taste the smoked ham and other Carnia specialities, while the food market brings together mountain producers. One of the most appreciated experiences are the guided tours of the ham factories, to discover the smoking and aging techniques up close, and to the Zahre brewery, another local excellence.

Not just gastronomy

Alongside the tastings, the programme offers live music, dancing, visits to the historic centre and the medieval church, and opportunities to learn about the history of the area, such as the Lumiei dam. The festival is organised by the Rete Imprese Sauris-Zahre with the support of the Municipality of Sauris.

Atmosphere

The aroma of smoke, Dolomite panoramas, and the hospitality of a unique village: the Festa del Prosciutto is the perfect opportunity to discover Sauris and its unmistakable flavours in the heart of summer.