Visit the villages that grew up around the castles
Such as Costigliole and Monastero Bormida. Experience medieval re-enactments and discover authentic country traditions handed down proudly through the generations.
Throw yourself into tasting the most wonderful produce, with something from every town
The Hunchback Cardoon of Nizza Monferrato, Robiola cheese from Roccaverano, the Amaretto of Mombaruzzo. Don’t miss exquisite local specialities, from famous pasta dishes such as Ravioli del Plin to strange but genuine main courses such as the legendary “Finanziera”. Visit the wine cellars and taste noble red wines such as Barbera, Barolo and Barbaresco or delicate whites like Arneis and Cortese. Give in to the thrill of more unusual grape varieties such as Timorasso, Albarossa and Erbaluce.
If you want to treat yourself to a relaxing break
Simply drive for five minutes and visit the Villa Prato Spa, where relaxation areas, hot tubs and grape marc massages await you. Accompany your special day with the discovery of all the traditional Piedmontese dishes or a refined fish course at Villa Prato’s l’Officina Restaurant.