Piedmont, a region of Italy’s northwest borders France and Switzerland and sits at the foot of the Alps. True to its name (foot of the mountain), it is surrounded on three sides by the Alps, with the highest peaks and largest glaciers in Italy. Th Po river forms a broad fertile plain and forms Italy’s longest river flowing into the Adriatic sea.
Nature is not the only highlight of this region. Turin is know as the Italian car manufacturing capital, along with its history and rich cultural heritage. Medieval castles are another attraction of this region. Finally, this region is very well known for its sophisticated cuisine and wine.
A cycling tour in this region will take you through scenic landscape and will combine the best of Italin and French cuisine and wine though rolling hills dotted with vineyards and castles.
Cuneo, South of Turin (2 days) -> Monforte D’Alba (2 days) -> Alba (1 day) -> Acqui Terme (2 days) -> Asti (1 day) -> Casale Monferrato (1 day) -> Sillavengo (1 day) -> Verbania (1 day)
The Hotel Ancora is a welcoming and attractive property, situated in the center of Verbania, facing the old harbor, within walking distance of numerous restaurants and shops. The hotel is easy to reach thanks to its proximity to the highway and the pier. The hotel offers the ideal destination for read more
Set in a quiet 18th-century country manor, Tenimento Al Castello is a hotel and restaurant offering gourmet cuisine and spacious rooms in the Novara countryside. Free parking is available here. Rooms at the Hotel Tenimento Al Castello have satellite TV and channels in multiple languages, Wi-Fi, air conditioning and large read more
The original construction of Candiani Hotel dates from 1913, its Art Nouveau style is especially noticeable in the decorations of the central part of the mansion. Thanks to a wise renovation, the building keeps the previous architectural value, by preserving façades, but also creating an early twentieth century atmosphere using for read more
The recent restyling of both the hall and the rooms has transformed it into a refined hotel of contemporary design. The three original junior suites surprise one for their equilibrium in colours, materials and the “avant-garde” finishing to satisfy an exigent clientele used to a metropolitan style. This has made read more
The Grand Hotel Nuove Terme was established in 1891 in Acqui Terme as “Grand Hotel Thermae”, an exclusive and quickly became one of the most frequented throughout Europe, as well as one of the most famous hotels of the “Belle Epoque”. Winston Churchill, the King and Queen of Europe, Luisa read more
It is located in the historical heart of Alba close to the Piazza del Duomo, the town main square and a 10-minute walk from Alba Train Station.. This early 19th century building has been recently renovated with special care taken to preserve the original architecture. Rooms at Palazzo Finati come with read more
Villa Beccaris has a fantastic hilltop location close to Alba. It features a large park with a swimming pool and sun deck; from which you can admire the beautiful view. Guest rooms at Hotel Villa Beccaris come with frescoed ceilings and antique furniture. Bathrooms are modern and Wi-Fi access is read more
Cuneo is famous for its truffles, Castelmagno cheese, tajarin pasta, mushrooms, for its Baroque churches, medieval castles, for the Langhe, the natural parks, golf, tennis, horse riding and skiing. The history of the noble palace Lovera di Maria , built in the XVI century, is characterised by its hospitality. Francois read more