The 10 best things to see and do in the Langhe.

Alba è the capital of the Langhe, famous for the white truffle and its medieval historic center full of towers, alleys and craft stores. Every autumn it hosts the prestigious International White Truffle Fair.

One of the unmissable experiences è attending a wine tasting to sample local wines such as Barolo, Barbaresco and Dolcetto directly from local producers.

For a special evening, we recommend booking a dinner in the vineyard in which you will taste typical Piedmontese dishes paired with the best wines of the area.

La Morra è one of the most beautiful villages in the Langhe, known for its alleys that offer breathtaking views of the Barolo hills.

Just a few minutes from the center, you can visit the striking Cappella delle Brunate, a colorful work of contemporary art located among the vineyards.

For a’complete experience, we suggest you stop by the Marrone Winery for a degasting of Barolo which also includes a visit to the winery.

Finally, to wrap up the day, you could have a farmhouse lunch with set menù which varies according to seasonality.

The truffle hunt in the Langhe takes place mainly from September to January, during the season of the prized White Truffle d’Alba, but some experiences are also available in the spring with the Black Truffle.

Accompanied by expert truffle hunters and their trained dogs, you will set off on a walk through the woods, lasting about 1 to 2 hours, in search of the precious underground mushroom.

The cost of a truffle hunt varies between 30&euros; and 120&euros; per person, depending on the duration and whether the experience includes an aperitif or a degustation finale.

Neive è a charming medieval village in the Langhe, characterized by stone alleys, old noble houses and a striking clock tower.

Walking through the historic center you can discover the Church of Saints Peter and Paul, small craft stores and panoramic views of the hills.

It is worth stopping for a lunch in a trattoria and visiting a local wine cellar, perhaps with a short walk through the vineyards that surround the town.

Of the various experiences to have in the Langhe, we recommend trying a horseback ride. The cost of the rides starts from 30€ per person and depends on the duration of the outing.

These rides take place among the hills of the Langhe and will have you passing between vineyards accompanied by an experienced guide. Recommended clothing includes long pants and closed-toe shoes.

In some cases è a tasting or a lunch will be provided at the end of the walk.

Barolo è the beating heart of the Langhe, home of the celebrated red wine. The village è surrounded by hills and vineyards that you can also admire from above if you decide to try a balloon ride.

During your visit, we recommend that you try a tasting of Barolo in one of the town's historic wineries, where you will discover the production techniques and intense aromas of this fine wine.

Not to be missed is the WiMu – Wine Museum in the Falletti Castle, a multimedia tour that tells the story of wine culture in an engaging and original way.

Barbaresco è an atmospheric village in the Langhe, known worldwide for its’homonymous DOCG wine. Strolling through the streets of the center, you can admire hilly landscapes dotted with vineyards.

We recommend climbing the Torre di Barbaresco, from which there is a breathtaking panoramic view of the entire surrounding area.

Complete your visit with a degustation of local wines at one of the many wineries, to discover the unique characteristics of Barbaresco and other Piedmontese reds.

The Big Benches are colorful giant benches scattered among the hills of the Langhe. Each bench è numbered and often placed at strategic points to provide panoramic views of the hills in the area.

A fun way to discover them è take part in a e-bike tour, which allows you to visit several benches in a single day, pedaling through the vineyards. This activity è è is suitable for everyone, thanks to the electric assistance.

Grinzane Cavour è a small town in the Langhe known for its imposing medieval castle, a UNESCO heritage site, perfectly preserved.

The Castle of Grinzane houses the Museum of the Langhe and the Piedmontese Regional Wine Library. Admission to the museum costs about 6€, and it is open every day except Monday.

After visiting the castle, we recommend you have awine tasting or lunch at one of the many wineries in the area.

Monforte d’Alba è one of the most charming villages in the Langhe, with its historic stone town center, scenic narrow streets and the Horszowski Auditorium, an amphitheater that hosts many outdoor concerts.

Among the experiences not to be missed is the wine tasting at the Sòt winery, with a tour of the vineyards and tasting of Barolo and Barbera.

Between spring and fall, we recommend you try a picnic in the vineyard. With this experience you can enjoy the view of the hills, while tasting the excellent local wines accompanied by typical products.

Castiglione Falletto è a small Langhe village nestled among hills and vineyards, perfect for a peaceful and scenic walk. The center è is dominated by an ancient castle overlooking the Barolo area.

We recommend stopping at one of the local farmhouses for a typical lunch, where you can sample local dishes prepared with local ingredients.

To conclude your visit, you can try a wine tasting with a visit to the winery. This will give you an opportunity to discover Barolo and other fine wines produced right in Castiglione Falletto.

In the village of Diano d’Alba we recommend that you stroll through the alleys of the center and make your way to the panoramic terrace of Church of St. John the Baptist from which you can enjoy a 360 view of the surrounding hills.

Just outside the town center, you can take a’quad bike excursion to take in the views of the area in an alternative way. At the end of the outing, you can also have a tasting at a certified winery.