Barrel race

In a village where the stones tell stories of harvests and castles, the Barrel Race, held in Avio and Sabbionara di Avio in Trentino, is a collective ritual that unites generations, dedication, and community spirit.
Teams compete by pushing 500-liter barrels along a route that winds through the historic center. It’s not just a race: the event also includes slalom, barefoot grape stomping, and timed barrel filling. Each challenge is a tribute to farming work, the harvest experienced as both celebration and toil, and the beauty of a tradition proudly passed down.
This game is more than a sporting competition: it is a gesture that speaks of a deep connection to the land, the importance of working together, and the memory of wine born from collaboration, patience, and the rhythm of nature. The Castle of Avio watches from above like an old guardian, knowing every corner of the village and every story carved into the barrels.
Here tradition is not only preserved but lived: it rolls along the streets, vibrates in the muscles, and is passed on through calloused hands and laughter. Every start is an invitation to join in, every finish a collective celebration.

Competition h 13.00 – 14.30