The 5 best Truffle Hunting places in Piedmont

This experience is based on the search for truffles in the Langhe, followed by a tasting of truffles, cheeses, wines and other local foods.

Initially there will be an explanation of the history and characteristics of the truffle with its types. Next, you will go out hunting with the trifulau, followed by his dogs Esterina and Lizzy, searching for truffles underground. The dogs have a trained sense of smell to smell truffles and recognize where they grow.

We will then move on to a tour of the Trifulau House where we will see the objects, pictures and mementos handed down by the Trifulau.

At the conclusion of the visit, a truffle aperitif with accompanying tasting will be served.

Calendar of visits

•    October - January: Fine white truffle
•    February - September : Summer and winter black truffle

Some visits may be conducted in English.

In the summer period June-August truffle hunting and aperitif in the Langhe can only be booked in the morning.

Truffle Hunting and Tasting at Canelli in Monferrato is an adventurous and exciting experience that will take you on a discovery of truffle hunting.

Trained dogs will lead you through the woods, where you will learn about truffle hunters and their traditions.

The hunt will take place in the family truffle farm, 4 hectares with over 30 years of history. A valley where you will see more than 300 trees such as: poplars, oaks, willows, limes and hazelnuts.

At the end there will be a truffle tasting where you will discover local food, wines and fresh truffle.

The experience is held in the heart of Piedmont, Canelli is an ideal destination for lovers of nature, history and good wine. This town is located in Monferrato, one of Italy's most beautiful and unspoiled regions, and at the foot of the Langhe, famous for producing high-quality wines.

Each reservation will be private with the goal of providing you with a warm experience.