There’s a time of year when the hills of Franciacorta come alive with scents, flavors, and unforgettable encounters. It’s the Franciacorta Festival in the Cellars, taking place from Friday, September 19 to Sunday, September 21, 2025. Three days immersed in natural beauty and the excellence of Italian wine.
Among historic wineries, castles, monasteries, and noble villas, you can enjoy unique experiences such as:
● Guided tastings of Franciacorta DOCG wines
● Walks through the vineyards with stories and traditions
● Gourmet picnics among the vines
● Bike rides through the rolling hills
● Cultural events, exhibitions, live music, and performances
A must for wine lovers, food enthusiasts, and those who appreciate breathtaking landscapes.
Your Lakeside Base, Just Minutes from Franciacorta
Want to experience the Festival without giving up your well-deserved rest? The answer is simple: Hotel Rivalago.
Located in Sulzano, in a strategic position between Lake Iseo and the Franciacorta region, the hotel is the ideal starting point for easily reaching the participating wineries, no traffic stress, just postcard-worthy views along the way.
When you return, a peaceful haven awaits you, featuring:
🌿 Lake-view rooms and panoramic suites
🏖️ Heated pool and year-round jacuzzi
🥂 Lakeside aperitifs and gourmet breakfasts
🍴 Bistrot open for lunch (Mon–Fri) and La Veranda Restaurant open every evening and weekends for lunch
And if you book directly on our website, you’ll receive a complimentary bottle of Curtefranca white wine the perfect toast for your weekend of bubbles.
Bubbles and Beauty
The magic of the Franciacorta Festival isn’t just in the glasses it’s also in the atmosphere that surrounds it. Between golden vineyards, historic architecture, and scenic trails, every corner tells a story of culture, passion, and tradition.
Staying at Hotel Rivalago allows you to enjoy it all in the most authentic way: visit the wineries by day, unwind by the pool at sunset, and finish your evening with a romantic lakeside dinner.
A weekend that blends the pleasure of taste with the lightness of true relaxation.
Book Your Franciacorta Weekend Now
Franciacorta is calling, and we’re ready to welcome you with our signature style, elegant, discreet, and thoughtfully detailed.
Take advantage of the final availabilities and secure a stay to remember.
📍 Franciacorta Festival in the Cellars 2025
📆 September 19–21, 2025
📌 Stay in Sulzano, on Lake Iseo – Hotel Rivalago
👉 Book now at Hotel Rivalago’s official website
