Piedmont, meaning ‘Foot of the Mountain’ is situated in the north-west of Italy and borders with Switzerland and France. This mountainous region is framed by the Alps and is a major skiing destination in the winter months. Further inland from Piedmont’s jagged high mountains are rolling hills and vast scenic valleys like Val di Susa and Val d’Ossola. Rice is grown in large quantities here across long stretches of flooded plains surrounding Novara and Vercelli.
Lake Maggiore, the second largest of the lakes in Italy draws in thousands of tourists each year. Lots of charming little towns and villages dot its shoreline and provide equipment and lessons to partake in thrilling water sports like canoeing, water-skiing, speed boating and much more!
Lake Maggiore, the second largest of the lakes in Italy draws in thousands of tourists each year. Lots of charming little towns and villages dot its shoreline and provide equipment and lessons to partake in thrilling water sports like canoeing, water-skiing, speed boating and much more!
Visit the magnificent medieval fortress at Ivrea and the UNESCO World Heritage Site that is the Residences of the Royal House of Savoy in Turin. If you fancy embarking on an incredible exercise trail then perhaps a mountain trek through the Sacri Monte which are the Sacred Mountains to see the ancient scared buildings that exist on its peaks is just the adventure you’re looking for!
Visit the city of Turin on your travels through Piedmont, famous for being the capital of Italian car manufacturing. There’s a magical chocolate festival here during the summer months that is an event not to be missed…it’s too delicious!
Explore other splendid tourist spots like Asti and Ivrea; these cities and towns are full of enchanting castles, cathedrals, museums and many other attractions for visitors to explore during their stay here.
Visit the city of Turin on your travels through Piedmont, famous for being the capital of Italian car manufacturing. There’s a magical chocolate festival here during the summer months that is an event not to be missed…it’s too delicious!
Explore other splendid tourist spots like Asti and Ivrea; these cities and towns are full of enchanting castles, cathedrals, museums and many other attractions for visitors to explore during their stay here.
Why not relax in the hot thermal pools of Acqui Terme? Or go on a food and wine trail of Piedmont sampling fine wines like Burolo, Barbaresco and Nebbiolo. Be sure to savour the exquisite flavours of one of Piedmont’s finest dishes; braised beef slowly cooked in Burolo wine and served with seasonal vegetables.
The sharp pungent flavour of the Gorgonzola cheese from Novara served with some juicy tomatoes and crusty bread would be an excellent lunch idea to enjoy on a picnic during your travels of this large and wonderful region. So make your plans today to book a villa in Piedmont for your next Italian adventure destination and get ready to experience the holiday of a lifetime!
The sharp pungent flavour of the Gorgonzola cheese from Novara served with some juicy tomatoes and crusty bread would be an excellent lunch idea to enjoy on a picnic during your travels of this large and wonderful region. So make your plans today to book a villa in Piedmont for your next Italian adventure destination and get ready to experience the holiday of a lifetime!
Photo credits
picture 1: Idéfix / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 2: Gerald Smith / CC BY-SA 3.0
picture 1: Idéfix / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 2: Gerald Smith / CC BY-SA 3.0