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The region around Villa Perla in Piemonte, Italy is filled with picturesque UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the most charming villages with impressive panoramic landscapes. On a clear day you can even see the alps from a lot of places! This is the first of a series of day trips we will create for you, each highlighting some unique aspects of our area in Piemonte.
These day trips will cover different topics for young and a bit older ;-): historical landmarks, the charming villages you can see on the hills across from our garden, local restaurants, nice bars, playgrounds for your children, agriturismo’s, local farmers,… just to ensure you get a taste of what our beautiful region has to offer!
You can do the entire tour or pick one or 2 stops and see what the day brings you… dolce far niente!
The charming borgo of Neive is only a short drive of 15min away from Villa Perla Piemonte. You can easily park on the side of the old village roman village. Click here for the location of the parking spots.
This village is always a good idea for a walk during every season; you can visit in the morning for a coffee, an aperitivo in the afternoon or a nice diner in the evening.
There are a lot of viewpoints, a couple of restaurants and local wineries where you can taste the wines and other products from the area.
During the summer months on Wednesday you can also visit the village in the evening for wine tastings. Click here for more info on their facebook page.
At the end of the main road you will find a wine bar with a terrace next to a small playground where they offer fresh charcutery platters paired with wonderfull wines.
Their local market is always on Wednesdaymorning from 8.00 till 13.30 at the lower part of the town in Piazza Garibaldi.
From Neive to Alba you only need to calculate another 15-20min by car.
Apart from a rich history, Alba is famous for the white truffles fair and world renowed wines such Barolo, Barbera and Barbaresco.
After the short drive you can park at the Parcheggio Piazza San Paolo or one of these. They are all just a short walk from the historical center.
From here, stroll down Via Cavour, a charming street lined with local shops and cafes.
Pass by the majestic Cathedral of San Lorenzo, a stunning example of Gothic architecture. Continue to Piazza Risorgimento, the city’s vibrant main square, where you can admire the ancient towers. You can make a visit to the Palazzo Comunale, and end your walk with a sweet treat from one of the nearby pasticcerias. Order a cornetto and a caffe as the locals do or an early aperitivo :-).
A lot of the streets you will walk through are only for pedestrians so it’s a perfect place to visit with small children in the morning as well.
The weekly market in Alba is on Saturday morning and get’s quite busy. The market covers various streets via Vittorio Emanuele II or via Maestra, via Cavour, Piazza del Duomo or Piazza Risorgimento, Piazza Elvio Pertinace, in Piazza Prunotto and Piazza Marconi. There you will also find the particular urban sheds which were originally built for the sale of farm animals.
From Alba to Barolo you need to drive another 15-20 min. Barolo is famous for its exceptional red wine made from the Nebbiolo grape. It is also very well known for the scenic vineyards and rich culinary traditions, including truffles and fine dining. You have several options to park; click here to open the map.
From parcheggio Piazzale della Fiera, located near the town center, you can walk towards the iconic Castello Falletti, a medieval castle that now houses the Barolo Wine Museum. Check their website for more info and tickets to visit the WiMu. There is also a special tour for families as well!
Along Via Roma, the main street, you’ll find charming enotecas and boutiques offering local wines and truffles. Take a detour to the Church of San Donato, a historic church with a serene atmosphere.
As you walk through the narrow streets, enjoy the picturesque views of the surrounding vineyards before ending your walk with a glass of Barolo at a wine bar.
From Barolo to Canelli you need to drive about 30 min. Back home to Villa Perla through the vineyards is about 20-25 min and you can also take the main roads in about the same time.
Canelli is famous for its historic underground wine cellars, known as “Cathedrals of Wine”, where the famous sparkling wine, Asti Spumante, is produced.
It is also celebrated for its winemaking heritage and the vineyards that are part of a UNESCO World Heritage site. There are a lot of festivals, theater shows, car rally’s and cultural events through the entire year.
You can park in several parking places; click here for a map or just down the streets where you can pay via the pink app or the meters. If you park your car at the Parcheggio Piazza Cavour, you can begin your walk in Canelli’s historic center.
Start walking by heading to Via Giovanni Battista Giuliani, where you can visit the impressive Underground Cathedrals, vast and intricate wine cellars carved into the tuff rock (UNESCO).
The cellars of Bosca, Coppo and Contratto offer fascinating tours about the real art of winemaking. After the cellar visit, stroll along Via Roma, the town’s main street, lined with charming shops and cafes. Continue to the Church of San Tommaso, a beautiful Baroque structure, before ending your walk with a view of the scenic vineyards that surround Canelli.
There are many restaurants you can book in advance as well; there are some pricey ones that may not be worth it for everyone but also more reasonable places to find on trip advisor. We recommend Ristorante Civico15 or Osteria dei Meravigliati where you can have both lunch and dinner.
The local market here in Canelli is on Tuesday and Friday morning.
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