The World's Largest Spit-Roasted Beef

A record-breaking roast in the hills of Camerana

In Camerana, a small town in the province of Cuneo nestled between the Alta Langa and the Ligurian hinterland, the Rifugio La Pavoncella turns its passion for grilled meat into a genuine folk festival. In the locality of San Giovanni Belbo, over 600 meters above sea level amidst woods and vineyards, the mountain hut is known throughout Piedmont as "The Steak Sanctuary": here, meat is a serious matter, and the event featuring the world's largest spit-roasted beef is its most dramatic celebration.

The spit as a spectacle

The heart of the event is a massive beef roast slowly turning on a spit over an open flame, right before the public's eyes. The long, patient spit-roasting process becomes a collective experience: the anticipation, the aroma of the embers, and the final carving are all integral parts of the event. It is gastronomy, but also a convivial Langa tradition, where dining together in the open air is a ritual.

The culture of Piedmontese meat

The Rifugio della Bistecca has built its reputation on Piedmontese breed beef and the so-called vacca vecchia (aged cow), selected adult animals that give the meat a unique flavor and maturity. Alongside local offerings, the hut's kitchen also explores international selections, but its identity remains firmly rooted in the territory: the Langhe of Cuneo, their tradition of open-fire grilling, and authentic, generous mountain dining.

A weekend in the Alta Langa

The event is the perfect opportunity to discover a lesser-known corner of Piedmont, far from the most crowded destinations but rich in landscapes, trails, and flavors. Between a walk through the vineyards, a dip in the pool, and a long table under the stars, the spit-roasted beef becomes the ideal excuse to experience the hospitality of Camerana and the Alta Langa.

Useful information

The event takes place at the Rifugio La Pavoncella, in the locality of San Giovanni Belbo in Camerana (CN). As this is a very popular culinary event, booking in advance by contacting the hut directly is highly recommended.