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The Franciacorta Festival takes place in the heart of Franciacorta, a renowned wine region located between Brescia and Lago d'Iseo, in Lombardy. This area includes 18 municipalities, including Erbusco, Adro, Iseo, Provaglio d'Iseo, and Gussago, known for the production of the famous classic method sparkling wine Franciacorta DOCG. During the festival, over 60 wineries open their doors to offer unique experiences: tastings, guided tours, picnics among the vineyards, and gourmet dinners, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the local food and wine culture.

The 2025 edition of the Franciacorta Festival will take place from Friday, September 19 to Sunday, September 21. During these three days, the wineries of Franciacorta will offer a variety of events: tastings of Franciacorta DOCG, guided tours of the wineries, picnics among the vineyards, and dinners with refined food and wine pairings.
It is advisable to book in advance the desired experiences, as many activities have limited spots and fill up quickly. Official Franciacorta Festival website.

A weekend in Franciacorta offers an unforgettable gastronomic and cultural experience. Here is a suggested itinerary for two days:

Day 1

• Morning: Visit a historic winery such as Barone Pizzini or Contadi Castaldi to discover the production process of Franciacorta and taste different labels.
• Afternoon: Lunch at a local restaurant serving typical Brescia cuisine, followed by a walk among the vineyards or a visit to the Monastery of San Pietro in Lamosa.
• Evening: Gourmet dinner at a winery offering food-wine pairings, with the possibility to participate in special events such as dinners in the vineyard or musical evenings.

Day 2

• Morning: Bicycle tour or trekking through the hills of Franciacorta, with scenic stops and visits to small villages like Monte Isola or Iseo.
• Afternoon: Visit another winery for a vertical or thematic tasting, followed by a picnic among the vineyards.
• Evening: Attend a cultural or musical event organized as part of the Franciacorta Festival.

For more information on the history of the festival and details CLICK HERE .