San Martino Festival: Celebrating tradition among the peaks of Alpago

Identity and territory

From November 10th to 15th, 2026, the village of San Martino di Chies d'Alpago becomes the stage for the San Martino Festival. The event represents a synthesis of rural customs and the social vitality of the area, nestled in the natural basin of Alpago. The geographical context, characterized by a mountain ecosystem of significant value, provides the ideal backdrop for a celebration rooted in Venetian mountain culture.

A journey through flavors and traditions

The organization of the event, managed by the local Youth Group, aims to enhance local gastronomic excellence. The menu offered during the festival explores the historical recipes of the territory, using farm-to-table raw materials, a direct testimony to the agricultural biodiversity of the Alpago basin. The kitchen acts as a guardian of material culture, where dish preparation follows traditional cooking methods, preserving the authenticity of the aromas and textures typical of the autumn season.

Activities and cultural assets

The San Martino Festival program is not limited to the convivial sphere but includes a series of activities aimed at discovering the surrounding landscape. Guided nature excursions allow visitors to observe the transformation of the forest in the pre-winter period, offering privileged viewpoints of the surrounding panorama. In parallel, the calendar features musical entertainment and thematic sessions that actively involve the community's social fabric, fostering intergenerational exchange.

Logistics and participation

The event will take place continuously for the entire duration of the indicated period. For those wishing to participate in organized excursions or request detailed information on themed evenings, it is possible to consult the official communication channels of the Gruppo Giovani Chies d'Alpago. Access to the festival areas is structured to ensure the full conduct of planned activities, offering visitors a complete immersion in a historical context that reflects the authentic identity of the Belluno mountains. It is recommended to check online updates periodically for any changes to the daily program.