Tortellino Festival (Querciola)
The tortellino festival in Querciola, on the Bolognese Apennines
About Tortellino Festival
The Tortellino Festival in Querciola
The Tortellino Festival takes place in Querciola, a small hamlet in the Municipality of Lizzano in Belvedere, in the high Bolognese Apennines in Emilia-Romagna. At about 820 meters above sea level, at the foot of Monte Belvedere and a few kilometers from the Corno alle Scale Regional Park, the village comes alive for two days around the iconic dish of Emilian cuisine: tortellini.
Tortellini, the absolute star
The heart of the festival are the food stalls managed by the Pro Loco Querciola, where tortellini are served in the traditional regional preparations: tortellini in broth, steaming and fragrant as Bolognese tradition dictates, and tortellini with cream, rich and enveloping. Often, the pasta is hand-rolled by local volunteers, following the ritual that has accompanied Apennine festivals for generations.
A village event
In addition to gastronomy, the festival offers the authentic atmosphere of mountain festivals: outdoor tables, live music, and convivial moments that bring together residents, holidaymakers, and passing hikers. During the summer months, Querciola and the entire Lizzano in Belvedere area experience a season of festivals and fairs organized by local Pro Loco associations, of which the Tortellino Festival is one of the most anticipated events.
Querciola and its territory
Querciola owes its name and history to a charming legend: that of the dried flower, or the miraculous winter blooming on the branches of an oak tree, which gave rise to the small church dedicated to the Blessed Virgin of San Luca. Today, the village is an ideal base for those who want to explore the trails of Monte Belvedere and Corno alle Scale, the highest peak in the Bolognese Apennines, on foot, by mountain bike, or by e-bike.
Why participate
- Taste the Emilian tortellino in broth and with cream, prepared according to local tradition
- Experience the authenticity of a village festival in the high Bolognese Apennines
- Combine the festival with a hike in the Corno alle Scale Park
- Discover Querciola and its gastronomic traditions at popular prices
Tortellino Festival — edition 2026
The dates for the 2026 edition of the Tortellino Festival in Querciola are confirmed for Saturday, July 4th, and Sunday, July 5th, 2026, with food stalls opening from 12:00 PM on Saturday.
The detailed program, including full times, any musical evenings, and the menu from Pro Loco Querciola, has not yet been published. It will be updated as soon as the organizers release the official flyer. The presence of tortellini in broth and with cream as the festival's signature dishes is confirmed.
Practical information — Tortellino Festival
How to get there
Querciola is a hamlet of Lizzano in Belvedere (BO), in the high Bolognese Apennines. By car, it can be reached from Bologna along the SS64 Porrettana and then provincial roads towards Lizzano in Belvedere and Corno alle Scale. The nearest train station is Porretta Terme (Bologna-Pistoia line), from where you can continue by car or local transport.
When
The 2026 edition is scheduled for Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th July, with food stalls opening from 12:00 PM on July 4th.
Information
For details on the program and times, it is advisable to contact the IAT offices in Lizzano in Belvedere (tel. 0534 51052) and Vidiciatico (tel. 0534 53159) or follow the Pro Loco Querciola page.
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