Turin
The capital city of Turin was once the first capital of unified Italy and still retains its royal splendour. Baroque palaces line the wide boulevards, cafés smell of gianduja chocolate and the Cathedral of St John the Baptist houses the famous Shroud of Turin. And when darkness falls, the illuminated embankment of the River Po invites you to take an evening stroll with views of the mountains that seem within reach.
Between the Langhe and Barolo vineyards
The south of the region is famous for its vineyards that undulate over the hills of Langhe, Roero and Monferrato. It is here that the red wines of Barolo and Barbaresco are born - powerful, complex and recognised around the world. Small villages with stone houses, cellars full of barrels and family-run wineries are the ideal place for a slow journey to taste and smell.
Lago Maggiore - elegance at the water's edge
In the north of Piedmont shimmers Lago Maggiore, a lake surrounded by mountain ridges and gardens full of flowers. Stresa, with its palm-lined promenade, is the perfect base for a trip to the Boromean Islands. Isola Bella, with its palace and terraced gardens, looks like a scene from a romantic film.
Sacred places and mountain challenges
Piedmont is not just about towns and vineyards. On a rocky peak above the Val di Susa stands the Sacra di San Michele, a monastery shrouded in legend and mist. For mountain lovers, there are the ski resorts of Sestriere and Bardonecchia, while in summer, trails lead through fragrant meadows to mountain lakes.
Tastes to remember
Piedmontese cuisine is a delight for the senses. In addition to the wines, the white truffle from Alba, which is grated onto the delicate pasta agnolotti del plin, is worth tasting. Savoury lovers will love the bagna càuda, a hot sauce of anchovies and garlic served with fresh vegetables. And finally? a cup of bicerin, a hot drink made of coffee, chocolate and cream that will warm you up not only in the cold Alpine wind.
Piedmont - slow luxury for all the senses
This region has a special gift - it doesn't rush. It is not overcrowded with tourists, yet it offers world-class wine, gastronomy and culture. In Piedmont, you travel with your eyes and heart open. Whether you're standing atop the Sacra di San Michele, strolling through the vineyards at sunset or sipping wineon a terrace overlooking the Alps, you'll always feel like you've discovered Italy in its purest form.
