The 12 Truffle Towns (and Festivals) in Emilia-Romagna

Emilia-Romagna’s 12 Truffle Cities are a network that aims to preserve and protect the values and culture of the territories and communities that are linked to truffles. This is an element of identity that must be safeguarded and passed on.

Founded in Alba in 1990, the National Association of Truffle Cities (ANCT) has successfully synthesised and harmonised three areas of expertise: truffle production, marketing, and tourism promotion. This has created synergy in the development of the territory and consolidated a positive relationship with consumers.
Among the 10 founding members of the National Association of Truffle Cities are two cities in Emilia-Romagna: Castel di Casio and Sant’Agata Feltria.

Thanks to this association, truffle hunting and harvesting in Italy was recognised as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2021. This ensures that the knowledge and traditions surrounding truffle harvesting, which are often passed down through generations in the form of complex oral traditions involving gestures and words, are not lost.
It is a tradition in which humans and dogs work together to confront nature, seeking to unravel its mysteries and grasp its most hidden and wild essence.

TRUFFLE CITIES

UPPER TIDONE VALLEY (PC)

Upper Tidone Valley is a hilly municipality in the province of Piacenza, created from the union of Nibbiano, Pecorara and Caminata. It is immersed in a picturesque natural landscape rich in wooded areas and floral species, not far from the border with Lombardy.

The truffle found here is the black truffle of Pecorara, also recognised as a de.co. product.

Places to visit in the surrounding area: the Molato Dam
Info:Alta Val Tidone

BONDENO (FE)

Bondeno is a small town in the heart of the Po Valley, located at the edge of the province of Ferrara, on the border between the provinces of Mantua, Modena and Rovigo, and along the banks of the Panaro River.

The truffle found here – both wild and cultivated – is the prized white truffle.

Not to be missed: the imposing Rocca di Stellata fortress
Info: Pro Loco Bondeno

CALESTANO (PR)

Calestano is located in Val Baganza, just over 30 km from Parma. Its truffle is the Tartufo Nero di Fragno (small hamlet of Calestano).

Places to visit in the surrounding area: walk along the numerous marked trails (including CAI).
Info: Pro Loco Calestano

CAMUGNANO (BO)

Nicknamed the ‘terrace of the Apennines’ due to its splendid panoramic position, Camugnano is nestled in the Bolognese Apennines.

In these areas, truffles grow spontaneously, but they are also cultivated, as in the case of black truffles.

Places to visit in the surrounding area: we recommend the Regional Park of the Suviana and Brasimone Lakes to discover the wonderful surrounding area, and the Saltapicchio Adventure Park for an adrenaline-filled day in the summer.
Info: Discover Alto Reno Terme

CASTEL DI CASIO (BO)

Another charming town in the Bolognese Apennines is Castel di Casio, whose ancient medieval origins are evident in the architecture of its houses.

It is one of the municipalities where the Tartufo Bianco Pregiato dei Colli Bolognesi (Bolognese Hills White Truffle) is produced.

Places to visit in the surrounding area: the spa town of Porretta Terme (which hosts the famous Porretta Soul Festival in summer, dedicated entirely to soul and rhythm and blues music).
Info: Pro Loco Castel di Casio

MESOLA (FE)

The municipality of Mesola is located within the Po Delta Park, not far from the border with Veneto.

Enhanced by the Este family with their land reclamation efforts, and later with the construction of its castle, the area is home to the White Truffle of Pineta.

Not to be missed: we recommend a visit to the Gran Bosco della Mesola, where the dune deer lives in protected surroundings.
Info: Pro Loco Mesola

MONTEFIORINO (MO)

A municipality in the Modena mountains, located along the Sentiero Matilde trail and dominated by the imposing medieval fortress. The municipality of Montefiorino is one of four municipalities where Tartufo Valli Dolo e Dragone (white and black truffles) are produced.

Not to be missed: a typical natural feature of Montefiorino, the ophiolites, ancient volcanic rocks.
Info: Pro Loco Montefiorino

SASSO MARCONI (BO)

A municipality in the first hills of Bologna, also known for being an important stop on La Via degli Dei, which connects the cities of Bologna and Florence.

In Sasso Marconi, you can taste the Precious White Truffle of the Bolognese Hills.

Places to visit in the surrounding area: Villa Griffone, Guglielmo Marconi’s childhood home, which houses the Marconi Museum and the Guglielmo Marconi Foundation, as well as the mausoleum that holds the scientist’s remains.
Info: Pro Loco Sasso Marconi

SANT’AGATA FELTRIA (RN)

Sant’Agata Feltria is a charming village in the Montefeltro area, on the border with the Marche region, between the Savio and Marecchia river valleys.

This village preserves and passes on the link between its agricultural, forestry and pastoral territory and the Precious White Truffle, which is very well integrated into this context of great natural and environmental value.

Places to visit in the surrounding area: the small medieval village of Petrella Guidi.
Info: Pro Loco Sant’Agata Feltria

SAVIGNO (BO)

Savigno is a town in Valsamoggia, at the foot of the Bolognese Apennines.

It is one of the municipalities where the Pregiato dei Colli Bolognesi white truffle is produced.

Places to visit in the surrounding area: the fortified village and the Abbey of Monteveglio.
Info: Pro Loco Savigno

TERRE DEL RENO (FE)

A recent municipality in the Ferrara area, created from the merger of the municipalities of Sant’Agostino and Mirabello.

In this part of the Ferrara area, you can taste the highly prized white truffle.

Places to visit in the surrounding area: the Bosco della Panfilia, a rare lowland forest located in Emilia-Romagna in a wide floodplain bend along the left bank of the Reno River.
Info: Pro Loco Terre del Reno

VIANO

Viano is a small municipality in the Reggio Emilia Apennines, not far from the provincial capital Reggio Emilia.

Here you can taste the highly prized white truffle.

Not to be missed: the Castle of Viano, dating back to the 14th century, the site of the oldest settlement in the village.
Info: Municipality of Viano

FESTIVALS AND FOOD FAIRS 2025

ALTA VAL TIDONE (PC)

Provincial truffle and wild mushroom exhibition: 19 October 2025

CALESTANO (PR)

Fragno black truffle fair: every Sunday from 12 October to 9 November 2025

VIANO (RE)

Truffle Festival: Sunday 9 and Sunday 16 November 2025

MONTEFIORINO (MO)

Modenese Truffle Market Exhibition: Sunday 26 October, Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 November 2025

CAMUGNANO (BO)

Tartufesta: Sunday 9 November 2025

SASSO MARCONI (BO)

Tartufesta: Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 October, Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 November 2025

SAVIGNO – VALSAMOGGIA (BO)

Tartófla, International White Truffle Festival: Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 October, Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 November, Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 November, Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 November 2025

BONDENO (FE)

Bondeno Truffle Festival: Friday 10th, Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th October 2025

MESOLA (FE)

Autumn Flavours: Thursday 30th, Friday 31st October, Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd November 2025

TERRE DEL RENO (FE)

Summer Truffle Festival: 3–15 September 2025, Sant’Agostino di Terre del Reno
Autumn Truffle Festival: 7–23 November 2025, Sant’Agostino di Terre del Reno

SANT’AGATA FELTRIA (RN)

National Fair of the Precious White Truffle: every Sunday from 5 October to 2 November 2025

And finally, we want to let everyone know about the list of Truffle Associations in Emilia-Romagna. They organise training and information events about this underground mushroom, as well as courses to help people get regional harvesting licences.

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