Cusano Mutri to receive 'The Most Beautiful Villages of Italy' flag

Flag ceremony for "The Most Beautiful Villages of Italy" in Cusano Mutri

Cusano Mutri will be formally recognized among The Most Beautiful Villages of Italy with a public ceremony. The event takes place on Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 18:00 on the terrace of the Town Hall (Palazzo Comunale), via Fuci.

This institutional moment celebrates the quality of the historic center, local traditions and the village’s harmony with the surrounding landscape, creating opportunities for sustainable tourism development.

Practical details and programme

• Date & time: Sunday, May 3, 2026, 18:00
• Location: Terrace of the Town Hall (Palazzo Comunale), via Fuci, Cusano Mutri (BN)
• Moderator: Giovanna Sebastianelli
• Speakers:
  • Pietro Crocco, Mayor of Cusano Mutri
  • Fiorello Primi, President of "The Most Beautiful Villages of Italy"
  • Andrea Boggia, President of the Matese National Park
  • Alessandro Mastrocinque, President INAC and CIA Benevento
  • Elio Mendillo, CEO of GAL Titerno and DMO Sannio Matesino
• Final tasting: local product sampling by CIA Agricoltori Italiani and Antichi Sapori

Why attend

The ceremony is more than a symbolic recognition: it boosts the village’s visibility, supports preservation of historic and architectural heritage, and highlights local gastronomic excellence. Residents, local businesses and tourism operators are encouraged to attend to exchange ideas and plan sustainable development projects.

Visitors are advised to arrive early to facilitate access to the terrace. The event is free and open to everyone.