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The Cascina Barac is located on the hills, covered with vineyards, that surround Alba in the heart of the Langhe. This Holiday Farm is the ideal place to spend a pleasant stay in touch with nature, to enjoy the wine and the traditional Piedmont cuisine and enjoy the rhythms of rural life. The Cascina Baràc is surrounded by a large garden facing the famous hills of Alba. The farm offers to guests nine rooms decorated with antique-style furniture and wrought iron, each with its own identity.

The Holiday Farm Cascina Baràc is suitable for families with children and for them a playground is available. For those who love wine, on request, you can make a private visit in the cellars of family and you can receive explanations on the techniques of wine making. On request the farm organizes wine tasting classes held by winemakers and sommeliers.

For lovers of mountain biking are available hundreds of pathes, to deal with on your own or with a guide of the Cascina Baràc. For those who want riding, the farm has a partnership with a riding school which is only 7 km away. For those who want to try searching for truffles, a "Tartufaio" (truffle hunter) will teach you the seeking the precious tuber. Those interested can also participate in the work in the vineyards of the Holiday Farm.