Sagra della Castagna di Prato Sesia

When the woods of lower Valsesia turn the colors of autumn, Prato Sesia celebrates the chestnut, a fruit that for centuries has supported the mountain and hill communities of this stretch of the Novara area on the border with the Vercelli area. The aroma of chestnuts freshly shelled from the large perforated pans fills the streets of the town, while castagnacci, sweets and woodland products complete a menu that tells the story of the season. Here the chestnut is not only a fruit to be enjoyed roasted: it enters dishes, accompanies local products and becomes the common thread of days made up of markets, craft stalls and convivial moments. The atmosphere is the typical one of Piedmontese autumn fairs, with the warmth of the braziers, families strolling among the stands and the robust flavors inviting people to stop. Prato Sesia, nestled along the Sesia river and surrounded by vineyards and chestnut groves, also offers a natural setting that amplifies the pleasure of the day. For those who love autumn and its fruits, this fair is a genuine opportunity to rediscover a humble food rich in history, in the heart of a territory still tied to its rural traditions.