Piedmont

If you think Lake Maggiore only offers a peaceful and relaxing holiday, think again! Gliding down a steel cable, suspended 350 metres above the ground, is sure to get your adrenaline pumping. We’re talking about the Lake Maggiore Zip Line, on the Piedmont shore of Lake Maggiore, in the heart of the green Intrasca Valley and the Terre Alte.

A trail between art and spirituality A trail that winds through art and landscapes at the discovery of churches, chapels, small villages and farmhouses scattered among the hills of Turin. A route that follows the itinerary of Don Bosco’s childhood, training and education, and that today echoes with spirituality. It starts from the Basilica of Maria Ausiliatrice (a symbolic location for the Salesian order, where San Giovanni Bosco is buried) and continues up to Colle Don Bosco (Castelnuovo Don Bosco, Asti). It is not difficult and, therefore, it lends itself to various types of itineraries: from a one-day walk to the most demanding trekking routes, with walks that are several days long and a possible return to Turin along a loop route. Beyond the sporting and spiritual interest, walking along the Trail gives the opportunity to discover a rich heritage of small and large historical, artistic and gastronomic excellences, including wine and good food, representing an added value to this hilly territory south of Turin.

UNESCO has declared the Venaria Reale World Heritage Site. It certainly attracts anyone with its solemn beauty. Archaeological finds and works from classical times, the vast park, sumptuous interiors, ancient and contemporary art in the many exhibition spaces, the gourmet restaurant and several bars: all-round beauty and all within easy reach of Turinthe noble capital of Piedmont.

If you consider yourself to be a biker, you must head to the Sauze d'Oulx Bike Park in the heart of the Susa Valley. Immersed in one of the most picturesque alpine landscapes, this mountain bike circuit, with its extremely high gradients, is perfect for those who want to test their skills on two wheels. From freeride to enduro to road cycling... Are you ready? There's so much fun to be had!

A medieval castle set in Turin’s green haven One of the oldest parks in Turin, along the banks of the river Po, where you can enjoy the fresh air, a stroll outdoors or cycle far from the bustle of the city. The park boasts a remarkable floral and arboreal heritage, with about 1,800 tall trees, and a wealth of bird life with many species of local birds that are well adapted to the river habitat, including herons and mallards. Here you will find more than just nature. Inside the green area there is the Medieval Village created to enhance and promote the ancient historical and cultural traditions of Piedmont as well as the houses, streets and statues including those dedicated to Massimo D'Azeglio and Cesare Battisti, fountains such as the Fontana dei Dodici Mesi with a large Rococo-style fountain pool, and the characteristic Rock Garden with its paved streets, streams and water features. You can stop off at one of the many bars and clubs or take the ferryboat to cruise along the Po. There are also several initiatives, events and entertainment shows held in the park.

A noble Palace named after the Royal Madames. Right downtown Turin, in Piazza Castello, is Palazzo Madama, one of the city’s most important and representative buildings. The history of the palace is retraced along the itinerary of the tour, which includes a visit to four floors: at the level of the moat are the foundations from the Roman age, sculptures, mosaics and finds from the early centuries of the Middle Ages. Climbing up, the tour takes you from the fifteenth-century environments of the ground floor to the first floor of the palace, as you admire the grand staircase and wonderful frescoes from the Baroque period. The project was promoted by Royal Madames Cristina di Francia and Maria Giovanna Battista di Savoia-Nemours, to whom we also owe the present name. Since 1934, it has been the home of the Museo Civico d'Arte Antica (Civic Museum of Ancient Art ) and houses a vast collection of sculptures and works that represent the various centuries of its history, as well as majolica and porcelain, the cornerstones of the museum's heritage.