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Ferragosto al Giardino di Pietra Corva
For Ferragosto 2026, on Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 August, the Pietra Corva Botanical Garden in Romagnese confirms itself as one of the most striking destinations in the Alto Oltrepò Pavese. Two days designed to breathe mountain air, listen to live music and take in nature, with scientific shows, excursions, workshops and music aperitifs. The event is part of the "Pietra Corva, che sorpresa!" ("Pietra Corva, What a Surprise!") series, promoted by the Province of Pavia and Ticinum Festival APS in collaboration with Iolas, Ad Maiora and local associations.
Weekend Programme
Saturday 15 August
The day begins at 3.30pm with "Botanic Show", an interactive scientific show for the whole family, curated by Ad Maiora. At 4pm, naturalist Francesco Gatti leads "Ali e petali: l'eterno ballo dell'evoluzione" ("Wings and Petals: The Eternal Dance of Evolution"), a meeting devoted to the world of butterflies. At 5.30pm the garden comes alive with a music aperitif featuring I Pifferai di Cegni.
Sunday 16 August
The day opens at 10am with the excursion "Pascoli e conservazione" ("Pastures and Conservation"), a guided walk through the Monte Alpe Special Conservation Area with naturalist Francesco Gatti. At 3.30pm the "Pietra Corva e Pan Perduto" route tells the geology, legends and ancient paths of the area: hiking boots are recommended. At 5.30pm the weekend closes with a music aperitif by Festival Ultrapadum, featuring Samuele Preda on violin and Silvia Rossi on viola.
Why Choose Pietra Corva for Your Ferragosto
At 950 metres above sea level, on the slopes of Monte Pietra di Corvo, the botanical garden is home to over 1,200 plant species from around the world and offers a privileged vantage point over the Pavese Apennines. The Ferragosto weekend is the perfect chance to escape the summer heat of the plains, breathe mountain air and experience nature with a programme suited to all ages.
Useful Information
The Ferragosto weekend at the Pietra Corva Botanical Garden takes place on Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 August 2026, in Romagnese (PV). Admission to the garden is paid, with discounts for some categories of visitors; workshops are free, with booking recommended through Ad Maiora. The full calendar of events is published at www.pietracorva.it and on the social media channels of the "Pietra Corva, che sorpresa!" series.
Opening hours
The garden is open to the public on Sundays and public holidays from 10am to 6pm, while during the week it opens for organised group visits.
Admission to the Botanical Garden is subject to an entrance fee, as follows:
- children and minors up to 18 years old, and adults over 65: free admission
- residents within the area of the Comunità Montana dell'Oltrepò Pavese: free admission
- adults aged 18 to 64: €3.00
In addition, on the first Sunday of every open month, admission is free for all visitors.
The entrance ticket can be paid only by remittance to the Province of Pavia via bank transfer: IBAN IT18P0538711306000049373387.
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