Chestnuts are a famous mountain fruit which is highly valued for their rich nutritional content
Also known as "the cereal that grows on trees", this fruit has been famous since ancient times for being particularly rich in nutrients and has long been one of the most essential foods of the farmers' diet.
In former times Trentino's mountain agriculture was mainly based on picked fruits, including chestnuts. This fruit gained popularity over time and is now an essential part of the local cuisine. The versatility of chestnuts makes them an irreplaceable ingredient in local dishes ranging from appetizers to desserts, liqueurs, creams, marron glacé, chocolates, candied chestnuts, syrup and chestnut beer, and of course roasted chestnuts.
Chestnuts typically ripen in August and September and are harvested between late September and November and during this time various villages in Trentino organise special events dedicated to this power fruit.
