Whether medieval or dedicated to wine-growing, bordered by the River Po or perched on a hill, here’s an overview of the must-visit villages just a few kilometres from Turin!
Barolo, the kingdom of great wines
, a hilly wine-growing region listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Barolo is surrounded by perfect rows of vineyards and historic cellars where wine is stored to age slowly in the cool of the underground. A stroll through its cobbled streets reveals treasures such as the Castello Falletti, now a wine museum. It’s a fun, interactive journey into the world of vineyards of Piedmont, with spectacular views over the Tanaro and Bormida di Spigno hills.
Chianale, a quiet village in the Piedmont Alps
, stands proudly at an altitude of 1,800 metres, on the road to the Col Agnel pass. Its stone houses with lauze stone roofs, linked by a picturesque bridge across the Varaita river, and its two Romanesque-Gothic churches seem frozen in time. In summer, the surrounding walks offer breathtaking views of the Alpine peaks.
Neive, a promontory overlooking the Langhe
and centuries-old wine cellars, such as in the renowned Castello di Neive. In this hamlet, just a stone’s throw from Alba, the white truffle capital, food lovers will find great enjoyment in the local cuisine, which sublimates the local mushrooms and local produce. The bell tower of San Pietro church, visible from afar, seems to watch over this little paradise.
Albugnano, watching over the Montferrat hills
century frescoes and a gorgeous-rood screen, with magnificent bas-reliefs dating back to 1189. Make sure to see it!
Usseaux, a pastoral refuge in the upper Piedmont valley
-century military structure built into the hillside.
