Italy - Walking holiday in the Piedmont winery
- Walking from Barbaresco to Barolo -
Piedmont is the second-largest region in Italy and has so much to offer! You experience the relaxed and casual atmosphere while you explore the Langhe-area on foot. The terrain on this walking holiday is exciting with the fantastic hills covered with a beautiful green carpet of vines as far as the eye can see. These are not just any vineyards. This is the place where some of the world’s finest and most expensive wines are created – and you will have ample opportunity to taste some of them in some of the wine cellars in and around the small villages.
Many of the villages in Piedmont have a vast history going all the way back to the middle ages where the stone houses were built on hilltops – to easily spot incoming invaders. Today this means that you will have an amazing view of the picturesque valleys, the neighboring villages situated on small hilltops adding to the charm of this amazing area. A perfect walking holiday in Italy.
When you have had your fill of the beautiful nature and culture it is time to enjoy the fantastic culinary experience which makes this region particularly interesting. Besides the amazing wines from areas such as Barolo, Barbaresco or Asti this area is known for the Nutella-hazelnuts, white truffles, risotto and amazing local cheeses. In other words: you will have plenty of chances to indulge in the many treats when you arrive from the days walk.
The route
The terrain is hilly, and the route takes you through vineyards and forests. The daily distances vary and can take up to five hours. The route guides you along ancient mule tracks, gravel paths and incidentally along asphalted sections. We recommend a good basic level of fitness.
Highlights on the walking holiday in Piedmont
- The Langhe-region which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Possibility to taste some of Italy’s finest wines
- Comfortable walking along the vineyards
- Enchanting medieval towns and villages
- Visit the world famous wine-towns Barbaresco and Barolo
- Luggage transfer between the hotels
- One wine tasting included
- The hazelnut-groves around Alba which is the cornerstone in Nutella
Great things about this tour
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Welcome to the truffle-metropolis, Alba! This medieval town is known for the many palaces and towers and it is certainly worth it to go for a stroll around town. Alba was also the birthplace of Nutella and the large Ferrero-factory has its own corner of town.
Hotel (example): Calissano
The first day of walking takes you from Alba along the Tarano river to the village Barbaresco – the first wine-town on this walking holiday. In Barbaresco it is all about quality wines. We suggest that you try a glass from Barolo’s smaller brother in Enoteca Regionale which is placed in the old San Donato church.
The route takes you through the characteristic landscape of the Langhe-region, along vast vineyards and into picturesque Neive. You stay the night in Treiso located in the middle of Langa del Barbaresco. This town has been a popular holiday destination since Roman times.
Walking: approx. 4,5 hours
Distance: 16km
+620m / -380m
Hotel (example): Domus Langhe
On your way towards the small village Canta, you walk along Rocche di Sette Fratelli – a deep gorge – which cuts beautifully through the beautiful vineyards. You then walk towards San Bovo where you can enjoy a spectacular panorama view before finally reaching the flower town of Castino which is beautifully placed on a hilltop between the river valleys Bormida and Belbo. In the middle ages this village was a wealthy center with three monasteries and today you can admire the region’s very first truffle grove for tourists in the region. From here the route takes you to a small hilltop between chestnut- and hazelnut trees to Cravanzana.
Walking: approx. 5 hours
Distance: 17km
+430m / -530m
Hotel (example): Da Maurizio
From the hazelnut groves the route takes you through a hilly terrain up through the upper part of the Belbo river valley and via Feisoglio to Niella Belbo. The architectural expression in this medieval village was formed by the march of Napoleon – hence the name “dei francesci”. After having enjoyed a hilltop with an amazing view over the sleepy villages and old ruins, you reach San Benedetto and the nearby lake. A short transfer takes you to the famous flower town Bossolasco.
Walking: approx. 4,5 hours
Distance: 16km
+380m / -370m
Hotel (example): Da Fabiana
Today the terrain will be slightly more hilly as you walk along the hazelnut groves to the village Sarravalle Langhe. From here the route goes through Bric della Vacca and vineyards to Roddino. After a short rest at the St. Mary Church you walk along the path which snakes uphill to the medieval castle Serralunga d’Alba in the village Sinio where you will also spend the night.
Walking: approx. 5,5 hours
Distance: 17km
+280m / -990m
Hotel (example): Le Arcate
Todays walk leads you through bright hazelnut groves and lush forests to the almost magically situated Monforte d’Alba. The impressive clock tower and Scrampi-palace can be seen from afar. In the medieval Monforte we recommend a stroll through the small alleys and that you enjoy a snack in one of the many restaurants and wine cellars. You continue your walk with an impressive view over the Novello valley. You are about to end up in one of Piedmont’s most famous wine villages, Barolo – where we naturally have included a wine tasting.
Walking: approx. 4,5 hours
Distance: 16km
+590m / -640m
Hotel (example): Barolo
You start your day by walking along some of the world’s most famous vineyards before you continue to the idyllic village La Morra – also know as the Langhe-balcony because of the beautiful panorama view where you can see the entire Barolo region. On a clear day you can even see the alps and Monte Viso. You pass the castles Verduno and Roddi before you are back in Alba where you will enjoy your last night of the tour.
Walking: approx. 5 hours
Distance: 12km
+320m / -380m
Hotel (example): Calissano
Your walking holiday in Piedmont is now over. You check out of the hotel in the morning.
Price includes
- 7 nights in nice small hotels and Italian country houses
- Breakfast every day
- Luggage transfer between hotels
- 1 x Wine tasting
- Transfers according to program
- Detailed travel information (route maps or overview maps, route description, tourist attractions, important telephone numbers)
- GPS-data is available
- 24-hour local and international service hotline for the duration of the tour
- Access to the route in our GPS-app which works offline while you walk
- This is a packaged holiday and is therefore covered by The Travel Guarantee Fund - See which benefits this means for you - click here
- Transportation to/from Italy
- Handling fee (20 euro)
- Tourist tax (if due)
Practical info
The price is based upon two people sharing. It is also possible travel alone in a single room. Simply choose "1 person" in the booking form and it will automatically add the single room surcharge.
On this tour you will be on your own supplied with maps, route descriptions and luggage transfers. That means that your time is your own and you have plenty of time to enjoy the stages in your own pace.
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When you book, we will start booking hotels and arranging all the practical details of the trip. This process typically takes 2-5 working days, but some bookings may take longer. If you are arranging your own transport, we recommend that you wait until we have confirmed your booking before arranging this.
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The flights to/from Italy (Turin or Milan) are not included in the price. You can easily find a suitable flight via a flight booking engine such as Momondo or Skyscanner.
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Airport transfers
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Luggage transfer is included on this tour. Upon arrival at the first hotel you will be given luggage tags along with the rest of the welcome package. You fill out the luggage tags and put them on your bags where they will remain for the duration of the tour.
Your luggage is picked up from the hotel lobby around 9am every morning and will arrive at your next hotel at 6pm at the latest (often long before that). If there are any special exceptions to the luggage transfer you will be notified upon arrival.
Luggage transfer includes one bag per guest and the bags can weigh 20kg each.
On this tour you will stay at good mid-range hotels and beautiful Italian country houses "Agriturismi" (some of which feature a swimming pool). In Alba you will stay at a 4-star hotel.
Breakfast is included every day. Lunch can be bought either in the small towns you pass on your walks or you can shop for a picnic lunch in the local markets. Each night you will have ample choices for dinner in the various restaurants in the towns.
You will recieve the following documentation
Upon booking
You recieve practical information about the tour in a digital format
One month before arrival
You recieve your hotel list and your voucher (hotel list is often supplied upon booking)
Upon arrival
You recieve the welcome package which contains the printed version of the road book, luggage tags, local specific vouchers and if you have rented bikes then they will also be delivered and fitted at the first hotel.
This tour has difficulty grade 2.
Grade 2
Easier walking at reasonable good paths. The walking time will be 4-6 hours usually in hilly terrain. Every one in good health and a normal physical fitness can participate. Luggage is mostly transported and you only go with a lighter backpack. Requires good footwear such as trekking shoes or hiking boots.
Read more about our Grading System
Here you can get an overview of the entire route and the elevation profile for each day. The data shows the data from the GPX-files related to the tour. Notice that the routes are sometimes updated, which means that there might be small variations.
Colors
Blue routes: The route as normal
Red routes: Variations/options (such as shortened or extended routes)
It can be hard to plan your trip according to the weather, but to give an idea of the local climate, you can see the data below:
The statistics are from yr.no.
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