Cervia Thistle Festival

The new edition of the Thistle Festival (Cardo Gobbo) returns to Cervia, from 24th to 25th January 2026.

Cardo (Thistle) di Cervia, a food that is produced in small quantities and is only cultivated during the winter, in the coldest months of the year, is one of the typical food products recognised by the Emilia-Romagna region.

This is why, every year, Cervia dedicates a long eno-gastronomic weekend to this vegetable in order to get to know and appreciate this food.

The Cervia thistle is very versatile and can be used in an infinite number of preparations. Moreover, for its depurative, digestive, and antioxidant action, it is much appreciated by those who want wellness also at the table.

In the historical centre, discover the market and food stands where it will be possible to buy and taste products made with the Cervia "hunchback" cardoon (thistle).

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