Mushrooms and Truffles

The upper Oltrepò Pavese, with its wooded hills and temperate climate, is a territory rich in biodiversity, particularly favorable to the spontaneous growth of mushrooms and truffles. Among the oak, chestnut and beech woods that characterize this area, prized species such as porcini, ovoli and finferli grow, much sought after by enthusiasts and gourmands.

Of particular note is the municipality of Colli Verdi, created in 2019 from the union of Canevino, Ruino and Valverde. This territory, still uncontaminated and little frequented by mass tourism, is known for the presence of black and white truffles, thanks to the calcareous-clayey soil and mixed woods that favor their growth. Local truffle hunters, often custodians of secrets passed down for generations, silently explore the paths with their trained dogs.

Colli Verdi is nowadays an ideal destination for those seeking authentic experiences between nature and gastronomy: guided excursions, tastings and pairings with Oltrepò wines complete an offer that enhances flavors, landscape and local culture.