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Experience the wild tulip bloom at the Royal Castle of Govone on March 29, 2026.…
Wild Tulips Bloom at Govone Castle | Tulipani a Corte 2026
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Wild Tulips Bloom at Govone Castle | Tulipani a Corte 2026
The Blooming of Wild Tulips and the Spring Festival in Langhe Roero
On Sunday, March 29, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, the 26th edition of Tulipani a Corte returns to the Royal Castle of Govone, the event dedicated to the spectacular blooming of wild tulips in the historic park of the Savoy residence.
A highly anticipated event celebrating the arrival of spring between Langhe and Roero, a UNESCO heritage landscape that every year attracts visitors, families and nature lovers.
During the day it will be possible to visit the Royal Castle of Govone, walk through the blooming park and take part in numerous activities for all ages.
👉 Discover visiting hours and ticket information for the Castle
The Blooming of Wild Tulips in the Castle Park
The protagonist of Tulipani a Corte is the Tulipa oculus solis praecox Ten, a rare spontaneous tulip variety now protected by a regional law because it is at risk of extinction.
In the park of the Royal Castle of Govone this Mediterranean species has found an ideal habitat and every year, between late March and early April, it offers an extraordinary natural spectacle.
The slopes and paths of the park turn deep red thanks to the wild tulips, blending with the blue of muscari and the light blue of periwinkles. A true natural palette that makes the historic park of the Castle of Govone one of the most charming places to visit in spring in the Langhe and Roero.
The tulip “Eye of the Sun”, named by the botanist Jean Florimont Boudon de Saint-Amans in the 18th century, was also illustrated by the famous botanical painter Jean Paul Redouté in the work Les Liliacées.
Originally from the Far East, the tulip arrived in Europe in the 16th century and quickly spread in the gardens of European courts. Even today, walking through the park of the Castle of Govone during the blooming season evokes the atmosphere of the ancient Savoy summer retreats, when the residence hosted receptions and gatherings of the court of King Carlo Felice of Savoy and Queen Maria Cristina.
👉 Discover the gardens and park of the Royal Castle of Govone
The Program of Tulipani a Corte
Tulipani a Corte offers a rich calendar of events combining culture, nature and local traditions.
During the event it will be possible to:
- visit the Royal Castle of Govone, the Royal Chapel and the Church of the Holy Spirit
- join the Tulip Walk, a walk in the park dedicated to children and families
- attend children’s readings organized on the lawn in front of the Castle
- visit the photographic exhibition by Marco Mezzani set up in the Castle halls as part of the Govone Arte program
- have lunch with specialties prepared by the Govone Pro Loco associations, accompanied by wines from local wineries
- walk through the village market with entertainment and traveling activities
- watch the historical reenactment inside the Castle organized by the group Le Vie del Tempo
Activities for Children and Families
Tulip Walk in the Park
A walk to discover the blooming tulips in the historic park of the Castle, organized by the youth association TempoXTe of Govone.
Departures from the Castle square:
– 11:00 AM
– 3:30 PM
👉 Reservation by email at: didattica@castellorealedigovone.it
Children’s Readings
On the lawn in front of the Castle, readings dedicated to younger visitors organized by Nati per Leggere and the Govone Public Library.
Times: 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
👉 Discover family activities at the Castle
Castle Visiting Hours
During Tulipani a Corte it will be possible to visit the Royal Castle of Govone, part of the UNESCO serial site of the Savoy Residences.
Special opening with continuous hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Last admission 30 minutes before closing.
👉 Book your visit to the Castle
The event is organized by Govone Residenza Sabauda ETS. Conceived and promoted by the Cultural Promotion Center “Govone e il Castello”, in collaboration with the Govone Public Library, the TempoXTe Association and the Govone Pro Loco, with the patronage of the Municipality of Govone.
We Look Forward to Welcoming You to the Royal Castle of Govone
Among blooming tulips, Savoy history and panoramic views over the Langhe hills, Tulipani a Corte is the perfect opportunity to experience a spring day immersed in nature, culture and the traditions of the territory.
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DISCOVER THE VISIT ROUTE
Cross through time as you explore the Castle’s rooms.
Initially a noble palace, then a royal residence, and finally a community hub for all the people of Govone, the Castle weaves together centuries of history. Visiting it means retracing the steps that shaped it into the multifaceted—and therefore unique—place it is today.
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THE PARK, THE GARDENS, THE VILLAGE, AND THE HIKING PATHS
Govone extends beyond my walls. It is an entire community that takes care of the magnificent places it inhabits. I invite you to explore everything that surrounds me: the park and the gardens, the greenhouse, the intimate rose garden, the village, and the outdoor trails immersed in nature, which you can explore on foot or by bike.