BrodettoFest 2027, Fano, Italy

À quoi s’attendre en 2027

BrodettoFest 2027 will return to Fano, Marche, as a major celebration of Italian fish soups, the traditional Fano-style brodetto and the wider maritime food culture of the Adriatic coast. The festival brings together chefs, fishermen, restaurants, food producers, wine specialists, families and visitors around seafood traditions and contemporary interpretations of classic recipes.

The programme is expected to combine food tastings with cooking shows, the National Competition of Fish Soups, Brodetto&Wine, Spazio Bro, the Village of Taste, Brodetto&Kids, boat excursions, talks about the sea and live entertainment.

The 2027 edition is planned for May–June 2027, with the exact dates still to be confirmed.

Dates des événements

BrodettoFest 2027 is planned for May–June 2027 in Fano, Italy.

The exact 2027 dates have not yet been announced. Visitors should check the official festival website for the confirmed calendar and programme before making travel arrangements.

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Lieu et site du festival

The festival is centred around the Lido di Fano and the city’s seafront, with food, entertainment and educational activities distributed across several dedicated spaces. Recent editions have used areas including Lungomare Simonetti, Largo Seneca, Piazzale Amendola, Viale Cairoli and the central festival stage.

Zone principale du festival : Lido di Fano, Fano, Marche, Italy

Spazio Bro: Largo Seneca

Village of Taste: Piazzale Amendola

Costa Mare exhibition: Viale Cairoli

Palabrodetto: Dedicated cooking-show and gastronomic-event area

Central Stage: Concerts, talks and public entertainment

The exact layout for 2027 will be confirmed with the official programme.

Programme complet de restauration et de boissons

BrodettoFest’s culinary programme focuses on fish soups, Adriatic seafood and the traditional cooking heritage of Fano.

Expected elements include:

• Traditional Brodetto alla Fanese
• National competition of fish soups
• Spazio Bro, the fishermen’s kitchen
• Village of Taste
• Regional fish soups from different parts of Italy
• Local restaurants participating in the Brodetto circuit
• Brodetto&Wine tastings
• Cooking shows with guest chefs
• Seafood-focused food stalls
• Local and regional products
• Food-and-wine pairing activities
• Culinary demonstrations
• Educational activities for children

Recent editions have also connected the food programme with marine conservation, sustainable fishing, biodiversity and scientific discussions about the Adriatic Sea.

Aliments et spécialités en vedette

Brodetto alla Fanese: The signature Fano fish stew is the central gastronomic speciality of the festival and is prepared using Adriatic fish according to local tradition.

Italian fish soups: The National Competition of Fish Soups brings chefs from different parts of Italy together to present traditional or creative interpretations of brodetto and fish soup.

Adriatic seafood: Local fish and seafood are central to the festival’s culinary identity.

Vongole: Clams feature in seafood dishes and have also been highlighted through fishing-related Brodetto Boat experiences.

Spécialités régionales : The Village of Taste introduces visitors to fish soups and food traditions from different Italian maritime regions.

Restaurants, vendeurs et producteurs

Local restaurants are an important part of the BrodettoFest experience. The festival has established a dedicated restaurant circuit, allowing visitors to experience Fano-style brodetto in participating restaurants.

Recent editions have included restaurants such as Caffè del Porto, Cruiser Café & Restaurant, Darderi Bistrò, Da Ciarro, Da Santin, Gastronomia AlMare, Il Barone Rosso, Il Gattopardo, Il Giardino dei Sapori, La Liscia da Ori, La Perla, La Riva, La Tressa, Osteria Dalla Peppa, Osteria Le Cesarine, Osteria Pani e Pesci, Ristorante Vecchia Fano, Ristorantino Da Pep, Trattoria Da Ugo, Villamarina and Yankee.

The exact 2027 restaurant and producer list will be announced by the organizers.

Sélection de vins, bières et boissons

Brodetto&Wine is one of the festival’s established food-and-wine programmes, combining regional wines with seafood and fish-soup traditions. Recent editions have highlighted Bianco di Pesaro and other wines from the surrounding Marche territory.

At Spazio Bro, recent menus have included Bianchello del Metauro and Sangiovese alongside the traditional fish dishes.

Visitors can also find beer, soft drinks, water, coffee and other beverages at festival food areas, restaurants and bars.

The participating wine producers and complete beverage programme for 2027 will be announced with the final schedule.

Dégustations, démonstrations culinaires et ateliers

Cooking shows are a major part of BrodettoFest, with professional chefs demonstrating seafood recipes and contemporary interpretations of traditional dishes.

Recent programmes have featured chefs including Luca Pappagallo, Antonio Ciotola and Michel Basaldella, alongside the National Competition of Fish Soups.

Other activities include:

• Guided food tastings
• Brodetto&Wine sessions
• Chef demonstrations
• Fish-soup competition events
• Brodetto&Kids workshops
• Marine science activities
• Food education
• Présentations des producteurs
• Sea and fishing demonstrations

The festival’s children’s programme combines food education with games, workshops and activities focused on the sea and marine biodiversity.

Types de billets et options d’entrée

Much of BrodettoFest takes place in public outdoor areas and can be enjoyed without a general festival admission ticket.

Accès général au festival : Gratuit

Cooking shows and special food events: Some require advance booking and a separate ticket.

Fish-soup competition sessions: Previous edition pricing was approximately $29 for selected ticketed sessions.

Special cooking shows: Previous edition pricing was approximately $29 for selected chef-led events.

Brodetto Boat: Previous editions offered individual excursions from approximately $17, while longer food-and-sea experiences were approximately $47 for adults and $29 for children.

Prices are converted from previous-edition euro prices and are provided as an indication only. Exact 2027 prices and booking requirements will be confirmed by the organizers.

Expériences VIP et premium

BrodettoFest is primarily a public food and cultural festival rather than a conventional VIP event.

Visitors looking for more specialized experiences can consider ticketed cooking shows, guided tastings, Brodetto&Wine activities and Brodetto Boat excursions. These experiences provide more focused opportunities to explore Fano’s maritime food traditions.

Special reservations or premium experiences may be introduced for 2027, depending on the final programme.

Règles de l’épreuve

Visitors should follow the instructions of festival staff, participating restaurants, producers and individual activity organizers.

Réserves : Ticketed cooking shows, tastings and boat experiences may require advance booking.

Allergies alimentaires : Visitors should ask vendors and restaurants about ingredients before ordering.

Boat excursions: Participants must follow all safety instructions and boarding requirements.

Enfants : Parents or guardians should supervise children during public activities and marine experiences.

Espaces publics : Visitors should follow temporary pedestrian routes and local event regulations.

Changements de programme : Individual chefs, vendors, activities and locations may change before the 2027 edition.

Comment y arriver

En voiture : Fano is located on Italy’s Adriatic coast in the Marche region and is accessible from the main road network connecting the city with Pesaro, Ancona and other destinations.

Par train : Fano has a railway station on the Adriatic railway line, providing connections along the Marche coast and towards larger Italian cities.

En bus : Local and regional buses connect Fano with nearby towns and transport hubs.

Par avion : Visitors can use Ancona’s airport and continue to Fano by road or rail. Bologna and other northern Italian airports can also provide connections for international travellers.

The Lido and seafront festival areas can be reached from central Fano using local transport or on foot from nearby accommodation.

Transports en commun et stationnement

Fano’s railway station provides convenient rail access for visitors arriving from other parts of the Marche and along the Adriatic coast.

Local buses can be used to connect the railway station, city centre and coastal areas.

During the festival, demand for parking around the Lido and seafront can increase considerably. Visitors arriving by car should use designated parking areas and follow temporary traffic and pedestrian restrictions.

Public transport or walking can be useful alternatives when the main festival areas are busy.

Zones d’hébergement

Fano: The most convenient choice for visitors who want direct access to the festival, seafront, restaurants and city attractions.

Lido di Fano: Particularly practical for visitors prioritising the festival’s coastal food and entertainment areas.

Pesaro: A nearby coastal city with a broad range of hotels, restaurants and transport connections.

Marotta: A seaside option south of Fano with accommodation along the Adriatic coast.

Senigallia: A larger coastal destination further south, suitable for visitors combining BrodettoFest with a wider Marche itinerary.

Booking accommodation early is advisable once the 2027 festival dates are announced.

Temps forts de la nourriture et des boissons

The central gastronomic experience is Fano’s traditional brodetto, a seafood preparation closely connected with the city’s fishing heritage.

Parmi les points forts :

• Brodetto alla Fanese
• Adriatic fish and seafood
• Italian regional fish soups
• Fish-soup competition dishes
• Fresh clams and other shellfish
• Vins locaux
• Brodetto&Wine pairings
• Fishermen’s cooking at Spazio Bro
• Regional products at the Village of Taste
• Restaurant-based brodetto experiences

The festival also connects food with the maritime environment through marine-science activities, sustainable fishing discussions and educational projects.

Accessibilité

The main festival areas are located in public coastal and urban spaces, with many activities taking place outdoors.

Accessibility can vary between individual venues, restaurants, temporary structures, boats and workshop locations. Visitors with specific mobility requirements should check the access arrangements for individual activities before booking.

The Fano Marine Center has also hosted educational activities for children, families and adults as part of the festival programme.

For accessibility questions about specific activities, visitors can contact the organizers directly.

Meilleurs jours à assister

The ideal time to visit depends on which part of BrodettoFest interests you most.

For seafood enthusiasts: Choose the programme periods with the National Competition of Fish Soups, Spazio Bro and the Village of Taste.

For cooking fans: Look for the days featuring the main chef demonstrations and Palabrodetto programme.

Pour les amateurs de vin : Brodetto&Wine activities provide opportunities to explore regional wine and seafood pairings.

Pour les familles : Brodetto&Kids and marine-science activities provide educational entertainment focused on food, the sea and biodiversity.

For a complete festival experience: Choose a period when multiple food, entertainment and educational activities are running simultaneously.

Faits marquants de l’année précédente

Recent editions have expanded the festival beyond traditional food tastings to include national culinary competitions, chef-led cooking shows, wine activities, restaurant experiences, boat excursions, children’s programmes and marine-science initiatives.

The National Competition of Fish Soups has brought together professional chefs presenting different interpretations of brodetto and fish soup from locations across Italy. The Village of Taste has also provided a dedicated space for regional fish soups and local specialities.

Spazio Bro has remained a central attraction, serving traditional Fano-style brodetto prepared in large pots in the fishermen’s-kitchen area.

Billets officiels

General access to the outdoor festival areas is free, while selected cooking shows, tastings, boat excursions and special activities require reservations or tickets.

For 2027 programme announcements, ticket availability, reservations and official activity information, visitors should use the official BrodettoFest website:

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Téléphone : +39 0721 54708

Courriel : info@festivalbrodetto.it

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