Fuori*Orticolario
Sentieri d'erbe (Paths of herbs)
with Marco Gramaglia, nurseryman, exhibitor, and landscape designer at Orticolario 2025
Sunday, September 14th, from 10:30 AM
@ Oasi Zegna
Orticolario’s cultural program is revealed in preview at the heart of Oasi Zegna, an unspoiled area in the Biella Alps that exemplifies a virtuous model of environmental and cultural enhancement. The long-standing synergy between Orticolario and this extraordinary place continues with a new event in the Fuori*Orticolario series: a guided walk led by nurseryman Marco Gramaglia, discovering the wild edible plants of Alpe Moncerchio.
At the end of the experience
A traditional alpine lunch to savor local flavors at Agriturismo Alpe Moncerchio.
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PROGRAM
10:30 AM _ Meeting point at Località Bocchetto Sessera (parking available on-site)
11:00 AM _ Start of the guided walk, discovering wild edible plants
12:30 PM _ End of the walk, arriving at the agriturismo
12:45 PM _ Lunch at Agriturismo Alpe Moncerchio (included in the event fee)
Afterlunch _ Independent return along the same trail
MENU
Tomino cheese with caramelized onions
Vegetable flan with parmesan cream
Traditional polenta with cheese
Alpine yogurt with honey and blueberries
Water and coffee
COST
€35 / Includes the plant identification experience, lunch at Agriturismo Alpe Moncerchio, and a discount code for access to Orticolario 2025.
In case of light rain, the event will take place as planned.
In case of severe weather conditions, the event will be canceled. The fee paid will not be refunded, as it will be treated as a donation to support the “Friends of Orticolario” Fund.
However, participants will be offered free admission to Orticolario 2025.
To learn more about the cultural and charitable purposes of the event, visit the “Cultural and social purposes” section.