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Ecclesiastical building kept in perfect condition

Traffic-free road, perfect for cycling in peace.

The best time to travel this stretch is late autumn, to enjoy the palette of colors of the woods and crops.

The valley crosses, from the border with the Province of Savona, the southern Province of Asti and, to a lesser extent, the provinces of Cuneo and Alessandria. It lies in an area famous for its wine production and offers wonderful hilly views and winemakers from the Monferrato and Langhe regions. The area is rich in fossils. (Source: Wikipedia)

Bronze sculpture of excellent workmanship.

On a promontory next to the road, in a beautiful panoramic location, is a picnic area with numerous stone tables and benches. At the top of the area is a bronze statue of a woman from the Langhe, immortalized in her domestic activities (specifically, kneading bread), a work by sculptor Marco Gallo (sic) and inaugurated in 1989. At the entrance to the area is a drinking fountain. It's a nice spot for a break and perhaps a picnic—just keep in mind that fires are not permitted, so no grilling.

The town is very small, but packed with points of interest. The starting point is the castle, which occupies the summit; a beautiful masonry structure, it now houses the Regional Wine Shop. Opposite the castle is the Town Hall, and next to it is a rest area with benches, a fountain, and a lovely view of the Langhe. On the opposite side is the Church of Saints James and Christopher, a beautiful building of medieval origin, but completely rebuilt in the 17th century, with its façade subsequently remodeled in neoclassical style. Continuing downhill, you reach one of the town's ancient gates, which leads onto the provincial road. Slightly further away (and requiring some effort to find), the Church of the Holy Trinity, also from the 17th century, has a very simple façade (and a beautiful door on the side), and is unfortunately somewhat neglected. The entire tour takes little time, but is worth the detour. Near the town gate, a restaurant also offers a chance to combine gastronomy and culture.

A small rest area with a nice granite table and bench, additional seating, and a screen playing a looping video of the beauty of the Langhe. Trees provide shade. A stunning view of the hills is in front. A lovely place for a break.