Il Tempo del Racconto – September 12–13, 2025
Monterosso al Mare – Culture and Identity in the Cinque Terre

On September 12 and 13, 2025, Monterosso al Mare becomes the beating heart of Ligurian culture with Il Tempo del Racconto. This unique Cinque Terre festival blends literature, traditions, food, wine, and community. For two unforgettable days, visitors will discover the Cinque Terre through performances, talks, and storytelling that celebrate the beauty and authenticity of this extraordinary land.

A festival to experience the Cinque Terre beyond summer

Il Tempo del Racconto is more than an event. It is an invitation to slow down and embrace a form of sustainable, mindful tourism. Monterosso, one of the most fascinating villages of the Cinque Terre, will transform into an open-air stage. Every corner becomes a space for stories, memories, and emotions that awaken all five senses.

Friday, September 12 – Program

  • 11:00 – Oratorio Mortis et Orationis: Eugenio Montale in Monterosso. Angela Betta introduces Montale the man to local students.

  • 16:00 – Piazza Tina Anselmi: The effort behind a bottle of wine. Guided tour of Monterosso’s vineyards, discovering heroic viticulture.

  • 18:00 – Fishermen’s Pier (Molo dei Pescatori): Flying Crossword – Sustainable Words. A live crossword with semiologist Stefano Bartezzaghi and marine conservation expert Maria Sole Bianco.

  • 21:00 – Fishermen’s Pier: Ossi di seppia on the sand. Sand artist Stefania Bruno brings Montale’s poetry to life with a moving performance.

Saturday, September 13 – Program

  • 11:00 – Oratorio Mortis et Orationis: Smart Wine Tourism Destination. A roundtable with Bruno Bertero, Lorenzo Viviani, Francesco Sassarini, and Roberta Milano. Moderated by Paolo Ardito.

  • 18:00 – Fishermen’s Pier: Monterosso tastes better. Dialogue between food historian Alberto Grandi and vegan chef Martina Riolino. Followed by Anchovy salting traditions with Lillo, exploring dialect and identity.

  • 21:00 – Fishermen’s Pier: Massini tells stories…. An evening dedicated to the senses and the power of storytelling with writer Stefano Massini.

An invitation to discover Monterosso and the Cinque Terre

The festival is organized by the Municipality of Monterosso, the Cinque Terre Tourist Consortium, and the local Pro Loco, with the support of the Cinque Terre National Park.

Attending Il Tempo del Racconto means immersing yourself in a journey of art, poetry, traditions, and flavors. Two days to rediscover the Cinque Terre as a living, open-air museum.

https://www.iltempodelracconto.it/
Parco Nazionale Cinque Terre