“Sagnitelle” Festival
The Sagra delle Sagnitelle in Castellino del Biferno, dedicated to Saint Anthony of Padua, is a must-attend event where you can taste traditional handmade pasta topped with the delicious “bugiardo” sauce. Don’t miss the spectacular Pizzicantò ritual: a spinning human pyramid weaving through the village streets.
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Type of Experience
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Duration1 day
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DifficultyEasy
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Group SizeIndividuals/Groups
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Suitable ForEveryone
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WhenJune
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Mode of TransportationOwn vehicle
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Departure FromCastellino del Biferno
In honor of Saint Anthony of Padua, the Sagra delle Sagnitelle takes place in Castellino del Biferno, transforming the atmosphere of this small Molisan village.
The star of the evening is the traditional handmade pasta, served with the so-called “bugiardo” sauce—made with tomatoes and cheese—which is offered to visitors free of charge.
During the event, you can witness the traditional Pizzicantò ritual: a towering human pyramid made up of thirteen volunteers, who must move through the village streets while the pyramid spins on itself, trying to avoid “il botto,” the dramatic collapse of the tower.
