Valerio Berruti at Castello di Roddi: Childhood, Sustainability and the

Valerio Berruti at Castello di Roddi: an exhibition on childhood and the environment

At Castello di Roddi in the Langhe (province of Cuneo), a retrospective dedicated to Valerio Berruti marks the cultural program linked to the Expo of Sustainability 2026. The exhibition offers a reflective and poetic route centered on the theme of childhood, showing how images and symbols of youth can encourage consideration of humans' relationship with the land and nature.

What to see

The show brings together works that highlight the artist's distinctive approach: child figures, expressive faces and a use of color that creates emotional contrasts. The pieces are arranged to interact with the castle’s architecture, turning rooms and courtyards into exhibition spaces that enhance themes of memory, fragility and environmental responsibility.

Highlights

• Thematic retrospective: works spanning different periods of Berruti's career, connected by the recurring theme of childhood.
• Architectural dialogue: installations designed to relate the artworks to the historic spaces of the castle.
• Sustainability focus: artworks and installations that encourage critical thinking about human practices toward the environment.

Visitor information

Castello di Roddi is reachable from the main towns of the Langhe. Before planning your visit, check opening hours, entry rules and any guided tours or side events organized for the Expo of Sustainability 2026.

• Venue: Castello di Roddi, Roddi (CN), Italy.
• Visiting tips: book guided tours in advance, allow time to explore outdoor areas, and follow staff instructions to protect the artworks.
• Accessibility: contact the box office for information on accessible routes and services for visitors with reduced mobility.

Why go

The exhibition is an opportunity to see how contemporary art addresses pressing themes such as sustainability through powerful visual language. The encounter between Berruti's imagery and the evocative setting of Castello di Roddi creates a visiting experience appealing to both local audiences and visitors interested in art and the cultural landscape of the Langhe.