Every year the Festa della Castagna (The Chestnut Festival) is held in the quaint little town of Sassofortino situated in the Grosseto. This picturesque village in Maremma will come alive with the sights and smells like you have never seen before.

You will get to taste delicious dishes made from chestnuts but one of the best treats will be roasting chestnuts on fire. The delicious aroma will transport to a unique gastronomic experience. You can also taste and enjoy various other roasted dished including lamb and pork. There will be a variety of dishes including pecorino cheese, ham dishes, bruschetta, wild boar sausages, porchetta, cakes filled with chestnuts and other gourmet foods. You can also taste a variety of wines.

Local artisans will display their works in glass, ceramic and wood. During the five days from October 31 to November 4, you can enjoy the beauty and the charms of this delightful town with its beautiful chestnut woods and its fresh water streams. This medieval town has narrow winding streets with stone houses giving it an old world charm. The surrounding areas are full of natural serenity. You can enjoy exploring the ruins of Sassofortino Castle which is a twelfth century castle whose ruins are fairly well preserved. Alternately you can go for lovely walks or hiking trails through the woods which will entrance nature lovers.

Whatever you do and wherever you go you will enjoy nature’s bounty in this quiet and beautiful little town near Maremma.

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