The 2026 Sol d’Oro Northern Hemisphere Competition will be held in Verona from Wednesday, February 18th to Tuesday, February 24th at the city’s exhibition center.
This is the most prestigious competition dedicated to the excellence of extra virgin olive oil.
The best producers compete, as they do every year, in a highly anticipated and rigorous blind tasting to earn the coveted award that celebrates authentic quality.
Sol d’Oro Northern Hemisphere Competition 2026
The 24th edition of the Sol d’Oro Northern Hemisphere Competition brings together producers from all over the world.
The event thus becomes a showcase of excellence, attracting experts, producers, and enthusiasts.
Over the course of the 7 days, it will be possible to discover, enhance, and promote the authenticity of extra virgin olive oil.
Visitors to Sol d’Oro Northern Hemisphere will have the opportunity to learn about brands and products, participate in scheduled events, immerse themselves in tastings and masterclasses, and network with producers and professionals, thanks also to the digital matchmaking system for B2B meetings.
Sol d’Oro Northern Hemisphere Competition 2026 Verona: Where to Stay
During the Sol d’Oro Northern Hemisphere Competition, you can stay at the Hotel Terrazze sul Lago with a special offer.
The hotel is 40 minutes from Verona Fiere and just 300 meters from Lake Garda.
It’s the ideal place to fully experience the event while relaxing in a truly charming location.
The 4-star hotel offers 7 different room types and suites that can accommodate 2 to 6 people.
The rooms are spacious, bright, and feature a fully equipped kitchen, microwave, safe, TV, air conditioning and heating, and a private bathroom with shower, hairdryer, heated towel rail, and complimentary toiletries.
A hot buffet breakfast is available in the restaurant from 7:00 am to 10:00 am. Guests will find a rich selection of sweet and savory products, locally sourced, organic, and gluten-free and lactose-free.
The on-site bar is open from 10:00 am to 11:00 pm.
Free indoor parking and bicycle rental are available (for a fee).
Experience the 2026 Sol d’Oro Northern Hemisphere Competition in Verona by staying at the 4-star Hotel Le Terrazze sul Lago.