TOURING ITALY: PIEDMONT
Italy travel guide: Travel tips, tours, "what to do" in region Piedmont
Monviso, 3,841 meters, is the highest mountain of the Cottian Alps
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Capital city: Turin
Provinces: Torino, Alessandria, Asti, Biella, Cuneo, Novara, Verbania, Vercelli
Piedmont is located in the north-western part of Italy, bordering Switzerland and France. It offers various landscapes. On three sides it is surrounded by high mountains such as the Alps and the Apennines.
In the middle, the land changes into sunny and sweet hilly areas like the famous wine producing areas of the Langhe and the Monferrato with a succession of hills covered with vineyards and dotted with villages and castles. Many worldwide-known famous Italian red Wines as the Barolo Wine (known also: the 'king of wines and the wine of kings'), Barbera, Dolcetto, Nebbiolo, Gavi and many others come from these beautiful hills, but, do not forget about 'Asti Spumante', the renowned sparkling sweet white wine is also produced here.
The great Po Valley stars from here up to the Adriatic Sea. The Po, which is the longest river in Italy rises in Piedmont, in Monviso (the Cottian Alps). The lake district includes some beautiful lakes such as Lake Maggiore, which is the second largest lake in Italy, Lake Orta and Lake Mergozzo.
Food: two categories of old traditions meet here, the noble and rich one of the Court of Savoy like the chocolate, the egg flip, the 'Bollito misto' (boiled mixed meat) or the 'Fritto misto' (fried mixed meat) and the 'poor' one of the local peasants like 'Bagna Caöda', or the 'Finanziera'.
Today the 'Cuisine of Piedmont' is one of the most sophisticated and appreciated: countless started dishes, delicious pasta like 'agnolotti' and superb desserts like the famous 'Panna cotta'. And, do not forget the truffles: 'Fondue with truffles', just one of the many dishes.
In the middle, the land changes into sunny and sweet hilly areas like the famous wine producing areas of the Langhe and the Monferrato with a succession of hills covered with vineyards and dotted with villages and castles. Many worldwide-known famous Italian red Wines as the Barolo Wine (known also: the 'king of wines and the wine of kings'), Barbera, Dolcetto, Nebbiolo, Gavi and many others come from these beautiful hills, but, do not forget about 'Asti Spumante', the renowned sparkling sweet white wine is also produced here.
The great Po Valley stars from here up to the Adriatic Sea. The Po, which is the longest river in Italy rises in Piedmont, in Monviso (the Cottian Alps). The lake district includes some beautiful lakes such as Lake Maggiore, which is the second largest lake in Italy, Lake Orta and Lake Mergozzo.
Food: two categories of old traditions meet here, the noble and rich one of the Court of Savoy like the chocolate, the egg flip, the 'Bollito misto' (boiled mixed meat) or the 'Fritto misto' (fried mixed meat) and the 'poor' one of the local peasants like 'Bagna Caöda', or the 'Finanziera'.
Today the 'Cuisine of Piedmont' is one of the most sophisticated and appreciated: countless started dishes, delicious pasta like 'agnolotti' and superb desserts like the famous 'Panna cotta'. And, do not forget the truffles: 'Fondue with truffles', just one of the many dishes.
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Great travel tips: what you should not miss when visiting region Piedmont
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Cycling the breathtaking Colle del NivoletItinerary: Ceresole Reale 
Cycling the breathtaking Colle del Nivolet one of the most beautiful panoramas in the entire Alpine range Cat.: Country tour Location: Mountainside Region: Piedmont Area: The Alps & The Dolomites |
Asti, the Medieval art city famous for its Palio and towersItinerary: Asti 
Visiting Asti the Medieval art city known for the oldest Palio in Italy, the many ancient towers and its excellent wines Cat.: Art City Location: Countryside Region: Piedmont
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Barolo, the king of wines, a great worldwide famous red wineItinerary: Barolo, Serralunga d’Alba, Castiglione Falletto, Monforte d’Alba, Diano D’Alba, La Morra, Novello 
Barolo red wine is referred to as the king of wines and the wine of kings, thanks to its unique and excellent qualities Cat.: Food & Wine Location: Countryside Region: Piedmont
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*Barbaresco, the great dry red wine produced in Piedmont+Roadbook Itinerary: Barbaresco, Neive, Treiso, Alba 
Barbaresco, this full-bodied red wine is one of the most famous Italian wines produced in the Langhe, Piedmont Cat.: Food & Wine Location: Countryside Region: Piedmont
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*Asti Spumante, the worldwide famous sweet sparkling wine+Roadbook Itinerary: Asti 
Asti Spumante DOCG, this excellent sweet sparkling wine is one of the most beloved Italian wines all over the world Cat.: Food & Wine Location: Countryside Region: Piedmont
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Castelmagno, discover all about this great Italian cheeseItinerary: Castelmagno, Pradleves, Monterosso Grana, Castelmagno, Chiotti, Chiappi 
Castelmagno DOP cheese is considered to be the king of Piedmontese cheeses, produced only in Grana Valley, Cuneo Cat.: Food & Wine Location: Mountainside Region: Piedmont
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Turin, an elegant and magical city with aristocratic charmItinerary: Turin 
Turin, the first capital of the unified Italy in 1861 has a long and noble history interlaced with the Duchy of Savoy Cat.: Art City Location: Countryside Region: Piedmont
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*The scenic wine road from Alba to Barolo in Piedmont+Roadbook Itinerary: Alba, Barolo, red wines, truffles, Piedmont 
A wine tour following the scenic road from Alba to Barolo to discover great red wines and delicious food specialities Cat.: Food & Wine Location: Countryside Region: Piedmont
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Sestriere, the popular ski resort and winter destinationItinerary: Sestriere, Sauze d'Oulx, Cesana, Claviere, San Sicario 
Sestriere, the famous Italian ski resort of Piedmont, is located in the heart of one of the largest ski areas in Europe Cat.: Ski Resorts Location: Mountainside Region: Piedmont
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*Stresa and Mattarone, magical views over Lake Maggiore+Roadbook Itinerary: Stresa, Lake Maggiore, Mattarone, Isola Bella, Borromean Islands 
Stresa, western shore of Lake Maggiore, is an ideal starting point to discover Mottarone and enjoy amazing views Cat.: Country tour Location: Lakeshore Region: Piedmont Area: Lake Maggiore |
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