The historic Strawberry Festival of Nemi is preparing to celebrate an extraordinary goal: the centenary of the event that since 1922 enhances one of the most loved and valuable fruits of the Castelli Romani. The 2025 edition, which will be held Sunday 1 and Monday 2 Juneit will be an unmissable event that combines tradition, culture and an important message for the future: “We defend our planet”.
A century of flavors and traditions
The strawberries of Nemi, famous throughout Italy for their bright color and intense flavor, have roots that even sink into ancient Rome. The ancient Romans consumed them during the idi of June, coinciding with the celebrations in honor of Adone. This tradition has continued over the centuries, transforming itself into the “triumph of strawberries” which was held on June 13 in Campo de ‘Fiori, in conjunction with the feast of Sant’Antonio.
Since 1922, the Nemi community has decided to dedicate a real festival to this special fruit, which has become a symbol of local identity. The protagonists of the event are the “fragula”, women who according to tradition offer strawberries to visitors in characteristic wicker baskets, wearing traditional clothes that recall the peasant history of the territory.
Strawberry Festival of Nemi 2025: Sunday 1 June and Monday 2 June a century of history, in defense of the environment, …
Posted by the Municipality of Nemi on Thursday, May 8, 2025
The centenary program
To celebrate its first 100 years, the 2025 strawberry festival offers a rich calendar of events distributed between 1 and 2 June, taking advantage of the Republic Day to offer a long weekend of celebrations. The most anticipated appointments:
Sunday 1 June:
Monday 2 June:
An event in the sign of sustainability
The centenary edition will have as its main theme “We defend our planet”. It is not just a gastronomic celebration, but also an opportunity to reflect on crucial issues such as environmental sustainability, biodiversity and the protection of the ecosystem. The choice of this focus demonstrates how even the oldest traditions can renew themselves and contribute to raising awareness of contemporary issues of fundamental importance.
Nemi: a jewel of the Castelli Romani
The village of Nemi, nestled in the Alban hills inside the Castelli Romani park, represents an ideal destination for a trip out of town, not only during the festival. The town offers enchanting panoramic views of the Vulcan Lake, even mentioned in the Aeneid of Virgil, and a historic center full of charm with its characteristic alleys.
The village of Nemi, nestled in the Alban hills inside the Castelli Romani park, represents an ideal destination for a trip out of town, not only during the festival. The town offers enchanting panoramic views of the Vulcan Lake, even mentioned in the Aeneid of Virgil, and a historic center full of charm with its characteristic alleys.
Among the places not to be missed during the visit, the “terrace of lovers”, a belvedere that gives a breathtaking view of the lake. We must not neglect the church of Santa Maria del Pozzo, among the oldest in the village, and the sanctuary of the Most Holy Crucifix, dating back to the 17th century. The Museum of Roman ships is also unmissable, which houses important archaeological finds of the imperial era.
How to get to the festival
Reaching Nemi is simple both by car and by public transport:
Car: from Rome, travel the Via Appia Nuova (SS7) to Genzano di Roma, then continuing on the SP217 (via Nemorense) following the signs for Nemi
By public transport: from Roma Termini, take a regional train to Velletri or Albano Laziale and from there continue with the Cotral buses that connect directly to Nemi
The Strawberry Festival of Nemi represents not only an opportunity to savor one of the most delicious products of the Lazio territory, but also to immerse yourself in the history and traditions of one of the most fascinating villages of the Castelli Romani. An appointment that, even after 100 years, continues to renew itself while keeping the link with its roots alive.
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