White Truffle Festival of the Bidente Valley

The white truffle, protagonist of the Bidente Valley

The White Truffle Festival of the Bidente Valley (also known as the White Truffle Festival of Romagna) takes place in Cusercoli, a charming hamlet of the Municipality of Civitella di Romagna, in the province of Forlì-Cesena, in the heart of the Romagna Apennines. For two Sundays in November, the village transforms into a showcase for Tuber magnatum Pico, the prized white truffle that reaches the peak of its ripeness and aroma during this period.

A medieval village at the foot of the castle

The festival boasts an exceptional setting: the Castle of Cusercoli, which overlooks the valley and opens its doors for guided tours during the event, featuring its hanging gardens, historic rooms, and the nearby church. The village streets fill with stalls and aromas, offering visitors the intimate and authentic atmosphere of a local festival, quite different from the more crowded large truffle fairs.

What you'll find at the festival

• Truffle hunters' stalls from the Bidente Valley with freshly unearthed white truffles;
• exhibition and sale of typical agri-food products from the Apennines and Emilia-Romagna;
• local artistic craftsmanship;
• conferences, screenings, and in-depth sessions on truffles and the territory;
• live music and entertainment in the afternoon;
• the award ceremony for the truffle hunter who found the largest and most fragrant truffle, one of the most anticipated moments.

Flavors on the table

The white truffle of the Bidente is best enjoyed raw, thinly sliced over hot dishes that enhance its aroma: fried eggs, tagliatelle and other fresh pasta, risotto, crostini, and meats. Among the local specialties, it is often paired with raveggiolo, a fresh cheese typical of the area. At the food stalls, you can taste traditional Romagna dishes seasoned with the precious tuber.

An identity festival of the Apennine Romagna

The event, organized by the Pro Loco Chiusa d'Ercole, is one of the most cherished autumn food and wine events in the Bidente Valley and attracts thousands of gourmets to Civitella di Romagna every year. It's an opportunity to discover a less-traveled corner of Emilia-Romagna, filled with castles, villages, and a high-quality truffle tradition.