Trout Festival
Edition 2026 Gastronomy Wine Local produce

Trout Festival

The Giara stream trout, since 1968, in the Arroscia Valley

Rezzo — Imperia (008) Since 1968
Dates 18 Jul — 18 Jul 2026
Location Rezzo (008)
Prices Free
Status —

About Trout Festival

In July, Rezzo celebrates the Giara stream trout with its longest-running festival, established in 1968. At Giardini La Pagoda, local fishermen and the Pro Loco offer fresh trout alongside Ligurian cuisine and local wines, in one of the historic events of the Arroscia Valley, recognized among the Authentic Ligurian Events.

The valley's longest-running festival

In Rezzo, a village in the upper Arroscia Valley in the province of Imperia, the Trout Festival has been a tradition since 1968, the year of its first edition. It is the valley's longest-running event, symbolizing the bond between the community and the clear waters of the Giara stream.

The trout takes center stage

Local fishermen celebrate the Giara trout, served fresh at Giardini La Pagoda along with Ligurian dishes offered à la carte and local wines. The festival, organized by the Pro Loco of Rezzo, combines the promotion of a freshwater product with the conviviality of a village festival.

A regional recognition

The event is included among the Authentic Ligurian Events, the brand of the Liguria Region that promotes festivals with a solid historical foundation and a strong connection to local traditions. An unmissable stop for those who want to discover the authenticity of the Imperia hinterland in the summer.

Trout Festival — edition 2026

The 54th Rezzo Trout Festival is scheduled for July 18, 2026, among the Authentic Ligurian Events, featuring Giara stream trout served at Giardini La Pagoda with Ligurian dishes and local wines.

For 2026, the Rezzo Trout Festival reaches its 54th edition, scheduled for July 18 and included in the regional calendar of Authentic Ligurian Events. At Giardini La Pagoda, local fishermen and the Pro Loco offer fresh Giara stream trout with an à la carte menu of Ligurian dishes and local wines. Details on timings will be communicated by the Pro Loco closer to the event.

Programme Trout Festival 2026

July 18

  • Opening of stands at Giardini La Pagoda
  • Giara stream trout and Ligurian dishes served à la carte
  • Local wines

Highlights Trout Festival 2026

The Giara stream trout, protagonist of the 54th edition.

Prices Trout Festival 2026

À la carte menu; purchases at the stands.

Practical information — Trout Festival

How to get there

By car: from the Imperia coast, take the Arroscia Valley along the SS28, then turn off for Rezzo. By train: Imperia station, then bus towards the hinterland.

Information

Municipality of Rezzo, tel. +39 0183 34015. À la carte menu at Giardini La Pagoda.

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Where does it take place — Trout Festival

Rezzo, Giardini La Pagoda

Giardini La Pagoda, 18026 Rezzo

Contact Trout Festival

Tel
+39 0183 34015

Trout Festival in brief

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History of Trout Festival