Good food, excellent wine, medieval villages. The Oltrepò Pavese surprises and conquers with its charm.

The Borlotto bean has been cultivated for centuries in the agricultural area of Gambolò and its immediate surroundings.

The Breme Red Onion has been documented since the 10th century, dating back to the foundation of the famous abbey, which in the following centuries became one of the most important in Europe.

In Dorno, pumpkin cultivation has an ancient tradition. In particular, a variety of pumpkin called "Bertagnina" was historically grown.

The Salame d’Oca di Mortara IGP is an outstanding product of Lomellina’s gastronomic tradition.

The pavese soup, taste of old dishes, those that were born from the few ingredients available

A traditional peasant's delight

The golden onion was already cultivated in the 19th century in the countryside around Voghera.

The *miccone* is a traditional bread from Oltrepò Pavese with a crispy crust and a dense yet soft crumb.

A dish from the Pavia Apennines featuring Deco Brallo potato gnocchi and Menconico black truffle.

A traditional pasta dish from the town of Canneto Pavese

I San Sirini: a typical sweet of the feast of the patron saint of Pavia

Oltrepo Pavese has always been recognized for its wines and most of those who have had the pleasure of going to this part of the province of Pavia, will remember above all its hills and stretches of vine rows

Oltrepò Pavese, a Land of Wine and Riches

In Lungavilla, a pumpkin known as “Capé da prèvi” (priest’s hat) is cultivated, named for its shape, which resembles the headgear worn by priests.

The origins of Varzi Salame are to be found in the dawn of time

The Cherry of Bagnaria is part of the important network of the National Association of "Cities of Cherries."

A treasure of rural tradition

Discover Oltrepò Pavese: an ideal destination to celebrate your wedding, filled with charming villages and traditional food and wine

From the most prized - the white truffle, to the black summer truffle or Scorzone, the marzuolo, the black Trifola and the black uncinato: also in Lombardy you can find delicious truffles, which are appreciated in restaurants all over the world