Festa del Canederlo 2027, also known as Kn\u00f6delfest, will celebrate the traditional canederlo of Trentino in the mountain village of Im\u00e8r, in the Valle di Primiero. Set beneath the Pale di San Martino, the festival combines regional food, traditional music, dancing, family activities, crafts and outdoor experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The event is built around canederli prepared in numerous savoury and sweet varieties. More than 20 varieties have been presented at recent editions, with local restaurants and food stands serving thousands of dumplings during the festival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
L\u2019\u00e9dition 2027 est pr\u00e9vue pour septembre 2027, les dates exactes restent \u00e0 confirmer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Festa del Canederlo 2027 is planned for September 2027 in Im\u00e8r, Trentino, Italy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The exact 2027 dates have not yet been announced. Visitors should check the official festival website for the confirmed programme before arranging travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Festa del Canederlo takes place in the centre of Im\u00e8r in the Valle di Primiero. The village becomes a large open-air festival area, with dining tables, food stands, music, performances, markets and family activities spread through the central streets and public spaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Lieu principal :<\/strong> Im\u00e8r, Valle di Primiero, Trentino, Italy<\/p>\n\n\n\n Cadre du festival :<\/strong> Village centre and surrounding public areas<\/p>\n\n\n\n Adresse :<\/strong> Via Nazionale, 65, 38050 Im\u00e8r (TN), Italy<\/p>\n\n\n\n Recent editions have featured more than 200 tables along the main village street and around 15 gastronomic stands, creating a large communal dining atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The food programme focuses on traditional canederli while also presenting other dishes from Primiero and Trentino.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Les visiteurs peuvent s\u2019attendre \u00e0 :<\/p>\n\n\n\n Every gastronomic stand also offers an alternative traditional Primiero or Trentino dish for visitors who want to try something beyond canederli.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Traditional Trentino canederli:<\/strong> These bread-based dumplings are the central speciality of the festival and are prepared in numerous regional styles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Speck canederli:<\/strong> One of the classic savoury combinations, reflecting the traditional use of cured meat in Trentino cuisine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Spinach and cheese canederli:<\/strong> Recent festival recipes have included spinach combined with local cheeses such as L’Arin and Trentingrana.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Canederli with mushrooms:<\/strong> Mushroom and Primiero cheese combinations have appeared among the festival’s regional recipes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Buckwheat canederli:<\/strong> Buckwheat versions served with cabbage, Fontal di Primiero and sage provide another local interpretation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Sweet canederli:<\/strong> Dessert versions have included combinations such as ricotta and strawberries, giving visitors an alternative to the traditional savoury preparations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Local restaurants and food businesses are central to the Festa del Canederlo. The participating gastronomic stands prepare the different canederlo varieties and other regional dishes served throughout the festival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The festival has developed a strong local food identity, with more than 20 varieties of canederli offered by local restaurateurs in recent editions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Les visiteurs peuvent s\u2019attendre \u00e0 la participation de :<\/p>\n\n\n\n The final list of participating restaurants and producers for 2027 will be published with the official programme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The beverage programme complements the traditional Trentino food offering and the festival’s Alpine atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Visitors can expect refreshments available around the gastronomic stands and local hospitality venues, including regional beer and other drinks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Previous programmes have featured traditional-style Tyrolean and Alpine music alongside the food programme, contributing to the festival’s regional character.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The exact participating beverage producers and 2027 drink selection will be announced closer to the festival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Cooking demonstrations are an important part of the festival, with visitors able to learn how traditional canederli are prepared.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Recent programmes have included demonstrations showing the preparation of canederli, together with hands-on activities for children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Activities can include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Children’s workshops have included practical activities where participants learn a simple canederlo recipe under supervision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The main Festa del Canederlo is an open-air village festival, and general access to the festival areas is free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Acc\u00e8s g\u00e9n\u00e9ral au festival :<\/strong> Gratuit<\/p>\n\n\n\n Food and drink:<\/strong> Purchased separately from participating stands and restaurants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Children’s workshops:<\/strong> Previous edition pricing was approximately $8 for selected canederlo-making workshops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Creative children’s workshops:<\/strong> Previous editions have offered selected activities for approximately $6.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Guided activities:<\/strong> Certain Kn\u00f6delfest Tour experiences may require separate booking and payment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Les prix exacts pour 2027 et les exigences de r\u00e9servation seront confirm\u00e9s par les organisateurs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Festa del Canederlo is primarily a community food festival rather than a conventional VIP event. There is no standard VIP admission structure advertised by the organizers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Visitors looking for a more specialized experience can consider the guided Kn\u00f6delfest Tours, which combine mountain landscapes, local traditions and food experiences. Recent tours have included guided walks and mountain excursions that finish with or connect to the festival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Any special hospitality or reserved experiences for 2027 will be announced with the official programme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Visitors should follow the instructions of festival staff, food vendors, activity leaders and local authorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Allergies alimentaires :<\/strong> Ask individual food stands about ingredients before ordering, particularly when trying unfamiliar canederlo varieties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Children’s activities:<\/strong> Workshops and activities for children may have age limits and require adult supervision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Outdoor activities:<\/strong> Participants in guided mountain tours should follow the instructions of guides and come appropriately prepared for Alpine conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Stationnement :<\/strong> Visitors should use designated parking areas and follow temporary traffic directions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Espaces publics :<\/strong> Festival visitors should respect local residents, businesses and the cleanliness of the village.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Changements de programme :<\/strong> Individual activities, food stands and performers may change in the final 2027 programme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n En voiture :<\/strong> Im\u00e8r is located in the Valle di Primiero in Trentino and can be reached through the main roads serving the Primiero valley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n From the Schen\u00e8r area:<\/strong> Visitors approaching the valley by road will find dedicated Kn\u00f6delfest signage directing them towards the designated parking areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n From Mezzano:<\/strong> Im\u00e8r can be reached directly from Mezzano, although parking availability on this approach is limited during the festival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n En bus :<\/strong> Regional bus connections serve the Primiero valley and connect Im\u00e8r with nearby communities and transport hubs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n By organised coach:<\/strong> Tourist buses can drop passengers near the festival entrance and continue to the designated coach parking area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n During the festival, dedicated road signage directs visitors towards designated parking areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n P1:<\/strong> An alternative parking area reached from the Al Bus roundabout by following the festival signage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n P2\u2013P3:<\/strong> Larger parking areas on the valley side of the village, with spaces for cars, motorcycles and campers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Temporary traffic management and one-way arrangements may be introduced to control access and traffic flow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Reserved accessible parking spaces are available in P1 and P2, while additional spaces may be provided near the elementary school area subject to event conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Campers can also use Camping Calavise, located approximately 500 metres from the festival area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Im\u00e8r:<\/strong> The most convenient choice for visitors wanting to stay close to the festival and experience the village atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mezzano:<\/strong> A nearby historic village in the Valle di Primiero offering accommodation within easy reach of Im\u00e8r.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Fiera di Primiero:<\/strong> A practical base with a wider selection of accommodation, restaurants and visitor services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n San Martino di Castrozza:<\/strong> A mountain resort suitable for visitors combining the festival with a wider Dolomites holiday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Primiero valley:<\/strong> The surrounding villages provide additional hotels, apartments, agriturismo properties and holiday accommodation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Visitors should consider booking early once the 2027 festival dates are confirmed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The festival’s central attraction is the extraordinary variety of canederli served throughout the village.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Parmi les points forts :<\/p>\n\n\n\n The official recipe collection includes numerous combinations, including canederli with spinach and Fontal, mushrooms and Primiero cheese, beetroot with Trentingrana fondue, buckwheat with cabbage and Fontal, and sweet ricotta-and-strawberry canederli.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The festival takes place through the centre of Im\u00e8r, with food stands, tables and entertainment located along village streets and public areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Recent editions have included dedicated accessible mobility activities through the Special Bike project, allowing participants to experience a short route around Im\u00e8r using adapted bicycles with instructors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Reserved parking spaces for visitors with disabilities are available in the P1 and P2 parking areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Visitors with specific accessibility requirements should contact the organizers in advance to confirm arrangements for individual activities and locations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The best time to attend depends on the type of experience visitors want.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For food lovers:<\/strong> Choose a main festival programme period when the gastronomic stands are operating and the full selection of savoury and sweet canederli is available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pour les familles :<\/strong> Look for programme periods featuring children’s entertainment, cooking workshops, creative activities and games.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pour la culture traditionnelle :<\/strong> Choose the main programme periods featuring folk groups, Alpine music, dancing and traditional costumes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For outdoor enthusiasts:<\/strong> The Kn\u00f6delfest Tour activities provide opportunities to combine the food festival with guided walks and mountain experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The previous edition featured a wide programme combining canederlo tastings, traditional music, folk performances, children’s entertainment, creative workshops and outdoor excursions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Recent food activities included savoury and sweet canederli served from the gastronomic stands, while cooking demonstrations showed visitors how to prepare the traditional dumplings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The festival also featured folk groups, Alpine music, children’s entertainment, a canederlo treasure hunt, guided mountain activities and the Miss & Mister Canederlo competition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The event has grown considerably since its first edition, when 150 canederli were prepared. The organizers now report more than 20,000 visitors, more than 20 canederlo varieties and approximately 800 tables along the village streets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Festa del Canederlo is primarily an open-air public festival, with general access to the village event free of charge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Individual workshops, guided experiences and special activities may require advance registration or separate payment. The official website provides the latest information about the programme, activities, reservations and access arrangements.<\/p>\n\n\n\nProgramme complet de restauration et de boissons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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