Sgranar per Colli
A food and wine walking tour through the hills and historic villages of Buggiano
About Sgranar per Colli
A gourmet walk through the hills of Valdinievole
Sgranar per Colli is a food and wine walking event organized by the Selva Social Cooperative in the municipality of Buggiano, in the province of Pistoia, in the heart of the Tuscan Valdinievole. More than just a hike, it is an experience that blends walking, landscape, culture, and fine dining: a 14-kilometer loop that winds through the historic villages of Buggiano Castello, Colle, and Stignano, following forest paths, country lanes, and olive groves that tell centuries of local history.
Eight stops, eight tastings
The heart of the event lies in the eight inn-style stops scattered along the route. At each stage, participants pause to savor a dish from the Tuscan culinary tradition, accompanied by wine, extra virgin olive oil, and local specialties. You walk at your own pace, enjoying a different course at each stop while taking in the hilly panorama that defines this corner of Tuscany, nestled between Pistoia and Lucca.
Music, community, and environmental awareness
Along the trail and at the rest areas, walkers are accompanied by live musical entertainment, featuring local artists and bands that bring the day to life. The event places great emphasis on sustainability: biodegradable tableware, no single-use plastics, and an invitation for participants to bring their own reusable water bottles. In recent years, Sgranar per Colli has grown to become part of the broader Bella Vista Social Fest, a three-day festival that combines sports, culture, environment, and social inclusion at the "Ox" Youth Center Park in Borgo a Buggiano.
An event rooted in the territory
Born from the commitment of a local social cooperative, Sgranar per Colli is now one of the most anticipated events of the spring-summer season in Buggiano and the entire Valdinievole. It involves associations, schools, local businesses, and informal groups, strengthening the bonds of a community that identifies with its hills and traditions. For those who love walking and discovering authentic Tuscany away from the main tourist circuits, it is the ideal opportunity to experience the landscape of Buggiano one bite at a time.
Sgranar per Colli — edition 2026
Sgranar per Colli 2026 — the tenth edition
The 2026 edition celebrated the tenth anniversary of the event, coinciding with the 20th anniversary of the Selva Social Cooperative. The event was part of the Bella Vista Social Fest, three days (June 5-7) of concerts, talks, podcasts, workshops, and sports activities at the "Ox" Youth Center Park in Borgo a Buggiano.
The walk took place on Sunday, June 7, 2026, with staggered departures from Piazza del Grano. The 14 km loop trail passed through the historic villages of Buggiano Castello, Colle, and Stignano, punctuated by eight stops with tastings of traditional Tuscan dishes and live musical entertainment.
Programme Sgranar per Colli 2026
Bella Vista Social Fest, June 5-7, 2026, "Ox" Youth Center Park, Borgo a Buggiano:
- Friday, June 5 and Saturday, June 6 — concerts, talks, podcasts, workshops, sports activities, and social gatherings (free events).
- Saturday, June 6 — Rundagiata, running event.
- Sunday, June 7 — Sgranar per Colli walk: kit collection from the morning at the Town Hall Council Chamber, staggered departures from Piazza del Grano (morning hours), 14 km loop trail with eight tasting stops and live music.
Highlights Sgranar per Colli 2026
- Tenth edition, coinciding with the 20th anniversary of the Selva Cooperative
- 14 km loop trail through Buggiano Castello, Colle, and Stignano
- Eight inn-style stops with tastings of traditional Tuscan dishes
- Live music with local artists and bands
- Focus on sustainability: biodegradable tableware, no single-use plastics
Prices Sgranar per Colli 2026
Practical information — Sgranar per Colli
How to get there
Buggiano is located in Valdinievole, in the province of Pistoia. By car: take the Chiesina Uzzanese or Montecatini Terme exit from the A11 Firenze-Mare motorway, then follow signs for Borgo a Buggiano. By train: Borgo a Buggiano-Montecatini station on the Florence-Lucca-Viareggio line.
Start and meeting point
Departures are staggered from Piazza del Grano in Borgo a Buggiano. Kit collection is available from the morning at the Town Hall Council Chamber.
Registration and fees
Online registration is mandatory (or at designated registration points) until spots are filled. Indicative prices: €25 full price for adults, €15 reduced for ages 7-17, free for children 0-6 (without tastings). You can request a special menu for dietary requirements (e.g., gluten-free) at the time of registration.
Tips
Wear comfortable trekking shoes, bring your own water bottle, and dress appropriately for a multi-hour walk. The event takes place even in case of light rain.
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Where does it take place — Sgranar per Colli
Borghi storici di Buggiano (Buggiano Castello, Colle, Stignano)
Piazza del Grano, 51011 Buggiano