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The 3 best Truffle Hunting places in Italy

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- Mauro Casoni
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Sat 30 Nov, 10:304 pp2 hours - Black Truffle
Spectacular experience, from the theoretical explanation to the actual research to the chat over typical products and a good glass of Barbera. Giorgio excellent host.
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- Marianna Sarri
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Sun 10 Nov, 10:152 pp4 hours
It was a wonderful experience. Luca and Andrea made us feel welcomed and pampered, they were extremely helpful and we learned so much about what it means to look for truffles and how to cook them. Lunch was ex...more
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Answer from the host:Thank you from the bottom of my heart Marianna, it was a pleasure to be able to share our Passion w...more
- Emilio Grazioli
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Sat 16 Nov, 14:302 pp2 hours - White Truffle
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- Nataliya Yurchenko
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Sat 2 Nov, 10:303 pp2 hours - Black Truffle
- Edward L.
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Thu 31 Oct, 10:302 pp2 hours - White Truffle
- Ines Maria Fassino
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Tue 27 Aug, 10:302 pp2 hours - Black Truffle

Destinations in Italy for Truffle Hunting

where to do Truffle hunting in Abruzzo


Truffle hunting near Alessandria

Truffle hunting and aperitif in the Langhe
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Truffle hunting and tasting at Canelli in Monferrato
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Truffle hunting near Turin

Truffle hunting and aperitif in the Langhe
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Truffle hunting and tasting at Canelli in Monferrato
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Truffle hunting near Alba

Truffle hunting and aperitif in the Langhe
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Truffle hunting and tasting at Canelli in Monferrato
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FAQs for Truffle hunting in Abruzzo


What is meant by truffle hunting?

Truffle hunting is a discipline that involves hiking in wooded areas, accompanied by an experienced guide and a truffle dog, in search of the most prized mushroom: the truffle.

Where to find truffles in Italy?

The most famous areas in which to find truffles in Italy are Piedmont and Tuscany. In particular, the area of Alba, the Langhe and Monferrato, San Gimignano and the Val d'Elsa.

How much does truffle hunting cost?

A truffle hunting excursion costs from 70€ up to 140€ per person. The price depends on the area of the excursion, the number of people participating, and the services included.

Can I take found truffles home?

The extent of truffle collecting varies. However, very often you will have the opportunity to take some of the truffles you find with you, free of charge! Alternatively, the guides give the opportunity to buy the truffle.

What are truffle dogs and how are they found?

The best dogs for truffle hunting are those with the most developed sense of smell, such as the cocker spaniel, Romagna lagotto, setter, and breton. The dog is taken to the truffle grounds and through the aid of its sense of smell indicates to the owner the spots where the scent of the mushroom is prevalent. Then, the truffle hunter proceeds with the use of the spade to extract the truffle from the ground.

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