As spring approaches, the tourism proposals increase, inviting you to plan your getaway to satisfy your curiosity and enjoy the outdoors. In Roero and the nearby areas you will find plenty of events to mark down on your calendar. Let’s discover them together!
1. Castles and historic villas reopen their doors
With the beginning of spring several castles and other historical buildings in Roero and Langhe are once again open to the public. In Roero: the Medieval Castle in Cisterna, with its Arts and Crafts Museum of a Time, the Castle and Park in Sanfrè, the Govone Castle, the Monticello d’Alba Castle, the Guarene Castle and the Castle and Park in Pralormo. In Langhe: the WiMu – Wine Museum, located inside the Barolo Castle and the Serralunga d’Alba Castle. Historical homes, parks and guided tours provide the opportunity to enjoy a day between architecture, beautiful views and wine culture. Many castles offer guided visits and special openings, making March the ideal moment to discover these atmospheric locations with more calm compared to the following months.
For updated information about the visitable castles, click here
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2. Women and flowers – Monteu Roero Castle
Saturday 7 March – Sunday 8 March 2026
A weekend devoted to spring and feminine creativity, with plants and flowers market exhibition, guided visits and walks in the historical park.
More details here
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3. Earth Market – Bra
Sunday 15 March 2026
Every third Sunday of the month, under the porticos of Bra’s historic city centre, you’ll find the Earth Market. Around 16 farms, selected by the local Slow Food chapter, offer seasonal products and local delicacies. It’s an opportunity to directly meet the producers, discover authentic flavors and enjoy visiting the beautiful city center.
More details here
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4. Street Patrick’s Day – Ceresole d’Alba
Mid March 2026
An event inspired by the famous Irish tradition, with live music and festive atmosphere in the town center.
More details here
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5. Cantè j’Euv – Monticello d’Alba – Montaldo Roero
Saturday 21 March and Saturday 28 March 2026
One of the most characteristic events in the pre-Easter period: groups of carolers cross the town singing traditional folk songs. This event celebrates and showcases the local culture, inviting residents and guests to join in a simple, authentic and festive atmosphere.
More details here
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6. Truffle hunt with gastronomic experience – Roero Rocche
Sunday 22 March 2026
Guided walk through the woods to discover the truffle world, followed by a convivial moment enjoying seasonal products. It’s an experience that combines nature and enogastronomic culture. The trails allow you to explore the territory in the transitional period between winter and the blooming of spring.
More details here
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7. Bacchus and Orpheus – Sunday Concerts – Alba and Bra
Sunday 29 March 2026
The XXI edition of the Sunday Concerts organized by Alba Music Festival features 12 events of classical music in historic locations between Alba and Bra, paired with a glass of local wine to complete the experience. It’s an event that combines great music with the architectural beauty in an accessible and elegant way.
More details here
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8. Tulips at Court – Royal Castle of Govone
End of March 2026
The traditional tulips blooming Festival returns to the historic garden of the Royal Castle.
More details here
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9. Hiking through the Roero Rocche
The Rocche trails offer panoramic paths between woods and vineyards, especially pleasant during this time of year. It’s the ideal moment to walk through nature and catch all the details of a landscape preparing for spring.
More details here
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10. Exhibitions and cultural events in the Roero boroughs
During the month of March, several boroughs offer temporary exhibitions, guided visits and cultural events that allow you to explore the local history and the artistic and architectural patrimony of this beautiful area.
More details here
If you are fantasizing about a stay in Roero in the coming months…
Agriturismo Cascina Ponchietta reopens on the 1st of April, and provides rooms and studio apartments surrounded by hills and greenery, with free breakfast and the occasion to taste the organic wines from our cellar. For information on accommodations, you can visit the Agriturismo section on our website.
For other events and activities during the year, here is the Guide to the 2026 Event calendar
Photo credits for cover image:
Ecomuseo delle Rocche del Roero