Piedmont, the SloWays Way

The tastiest, the most golden, the most naturally elegant: Piedmont is a region devoted to style and beauty, to taste and natural grace. It’s a place that reaches its full splendor in autumn but holds surprises in every season. We love it the way we love those iconic, elegant, and beautiful things that are symbols of beauty across the world.

Whether it’s its rolling hills, covered in vineyards that form some of the most iconic geometric patterns in the country, its golden fields, its forests where prized truffles hide, waiting to be found by the noses of expert truffle dogs (did you know their noses are also called truffles?), the elegant squares and streets of Turin, the most magical and refined city in the world; the Biellese area, with its natural beauty and wealth, perfect for a pilgrimage to a grand Marian sanctuary; or Val Maira, an enchanting valley on the border with France. Piedmont is captivating, and all of it can be explored on foot – the best way to immerse yourself in its nature and beauty.

Here are the places we love most in Piedmont, in all their autumnal splendor:

Langhe & Barolo

The quintessential wine region, or at least one of the most classic (apologies to the other regions!). The neatly arranged vineyards covering the hills here, green but turning golden in autumn, produce delicious wines, which the local wineries present at their best through tailored tastings. You’ll also find hilltop villages offering incredible views over the surrounding landscape; real temples to local wines, often housed in marvelous locations like castles and palaces. In short, wine is king here. This journey takes you on foot to explore this beautiful region, with routes through vineyards, villages, and hills, with plenty of opportunities to stop for a glass of wine, a cozy osteria, or simply to admire the scenery.

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Val Maira

A magical place that we always speak of with great affection because we’ve grown so fond of it: Val Maira is truly a magical place. Maybe it’s its location on the French border, from which it’s deeply influenced; or the charm of its Occitan influences, evident in the dialect, architecture, and cuisine. Or perhaps it’s the historic villages, lovingly restored to preserve their culture. The hospitable locals, the welcoming accommodations, perfect nests after a day of walking. Val Maira always amazes us – it’s a fairytale land. In fact, we wouldn’t be surprised to spot a curious gnome wandering through its forests.

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Cammino di Oropa

One of our most beloved journeys, for many reasons: it allows you to discover the Biellese area, a surprising region just an hour from Milan, surrounded by the moraine amphitheater of the Serra d’Oropa; but also because it’s perfect for beginners, not too difficult, with flexible daily routes and stays in fascinating places like the Graglia Sanctuary. The nature is stunning, between the Biellese Alps and the Piedmontese villages scattered across the hills. The destination is Oropa, one of the largest Marian sanctuaries in Europe, which will surprise you with its wall of ex-votos and the famous Black Madonna.

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Francigena in Val di Susa

This version of the Via Francigena reaches Turin through the captivating Val di Susa. Starting from Susa, an ancient Roman town, it winds past Mont Cenis, abbeys, sanctuaries, castles, and the magical Sacra di San Michele, one of Piedmont’s symbols. Arriving in the noble and refined Turin, the route continues through urban nature reserves and parks until Chivasso, the hometown of painters, heroes, and writers. It’s a journey through beauty, mystery, and nature, with a unique energy.

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Piedmont by bike

If you prefer exploring on two wheels, we’ve got you covered: our partner Italian Bike Tours offers several tours in Piedmont. These are suitable for everyone, not too technical, with bikes designed for tourism. You’ll find tours through Langhe and Barolo, as well as the Biellese, where you can pedal through hills topped with villages and castles and covered in vineyards. And once off the bike, it’s time for some wine!

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