Embrace Slow Food

The town of Bra in Piedmont, not far from Langhe, is where the Slow Food movement began in response to the opening of Italy’s first McDonald’s in 1986. Slow Food promotes traditional, seasonal, sustainable, local food, and the region of Langhe has plenty of it: from hazelnuts to cheeses, from chestnuts to truffles, and of course wines, your options to savor the local cuisine are endless. Do as the Italians: take your time to enjoy it! Ask us about arranging a wine tasting, a visit to a hazelnut farm, a meal to remember at a local trattoria, and when the top food and wine festivals take place.

Explore Picturesque Villages

The Langhe area is dotted with tiny, delightful villages, all within a short distance of each other. Climb up the medieval tower in Barbaresco for a wonderful view of the countryside; stop by the interactive Museo del Vino in Barolo, the town that lends its name to Langhe’s most famous wine; visit the castle at the top of the hill in Serralunga d’Alba, one of the best-preserved examples of a 14th-century noble castle in Piedmont; walk to the Belvedere viewpoint in La Morra and take a photo with the Langhe hills and vineyards in the background.

Walk in the Vineyards

Langhe’s villages are linked by a network of easy, well-marked trails, often passing through the vineyard rows. As this is a hilly area, expect several ups and downs. Some of the hikes we suggest include Neive to Barbaresco, La Morra to Barolo, and Monforte to Serralunga. And if you’re worried about getting tired along the way, no need to worry: we can reserve a driver to pick you up if needed. Pro tip: go in the fall, when the vineyards come alive with bright hues of orange, red, and yellow.