We are in the northern part of Monferrato, an area in Piedmont with ancient villages, castles, old churches, wine cellars called "Infernot". For a different holiday experience... beautiful, often unknown places. All through the year, discover the festivals and the events which celebrates all that the territory offers. Our Property is located in Corteranzo, a small village on a hill, surrounded by fields, woodlands and vineyards, far from noise and pollution, the ideal place to go back to the pace of the past.
Discover beautiful Monferrato
- World Unesco Heritage - official site of Patrimonio Mondiale UNESCO - http://www.paesaggivitivinicoli.it/en/
- Visit Monferrato with Locals' Tips - Monferrato Delights - www.monferratodelights.com- Travel guide, tips, tours and suggestions made by locals to discover Monferrato
- Monferrato tourism and accomodations – http://www.monferrato.org/eng/
- Monferrato traditional events - http://www.monferratontour.it/it/eventi/
- Monferrato landscapes - http://www.monferratopaesaggi.org(with maps)
- Romanic architecture in Monferrato - http://www.romanicomonferrato.it/en/
- Monferrato history - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montferrat
- Monferrato events – www.Monferrato.net
- Truffle fair in november - http://www.fieradeltartufo.com/home.aspx
Artistic sites to Visit: a panorama of art and history – every village is a tresasure to visit, with original medieval layout often preserved intact.
a. Castels and fortresses
- Castello di Camino (XIII century) – Via Castello 26, Camino (AL) – Booking required +393355383307
- Castello di Rinco (XIII century) – Rinco di Montiglio (AL)
- Castello di Cortanze, (XII century) - Via Marchesi Roero, 1, Cortanze, Montechiaro (AT) - T +39 0141 690 917
- Castello di Gabiano, (XI century) - Gabiano (AT) T +39 0142 945004
- Castello di Montiglio, (XIII century) - Piazza Umberto 15, Montiglio Monferrato (AT) - T +39 0141 994907
- Castello di Piea, (XI century) - Piea (AT) - T +390141 906384 - 333.4343790
- Fortezza Sabauda Verrua Savoia (TO) - T +3901119838708 www.roccaverrua.it
b. Abbeys
- Abbazia di Vezzolano – Località Vezzolano, 35 – Albugnano (AT)
- Santuario e Sacromonte di Crea (Unesco Heritage Site) – Piazzale Santuario – Serralunga di Crea (AL)
Shopping & Flea Markets
- https://www.happings.com/en/flea-markets-in-casale-monferrato.html
- http://www.mercatinonizza.com/home-e
- http://www.initaly.com/regions/piedmont/markets.htm - Outdoor Food & Antique Markets in Piedmont - Outdoor ...
Exquisite food experience not to miss:
- Caffè della Fontana – (10 minutes drive from “Ca d’La Lunga”) - Via Umberto I°, 97 - Murisengo - Cozy little café/restaurant, shabby chic style, where one can eat the most genuine handmade food typical of Piedmont cuisine, lovingly prepared by Michela, the owner. See on Trip Advisor – Average price 15 € - https://www.tripadvisor.co.za/ShowUserReviews-g2550058-d3974601-r293407607-Caffe_Della_Fontana-Murisengo_Province_of_Alessandria_Piedmont.html
- Agriturismo “La Ca’ Veja” – Cascina Francia (10 minutes drive from “Ca d’La Lunga”) - Via Voggiardi 14 Odalengo Grande - TEL : 0142 525253 http://www.agriturismocascinafrancia.it/- https://www.tripadvisor.it/Restaurant_Review-g2209336-d3476042-Reviews-Agriturismo_Ca_Veja-Odalengo_Grande_Province_of_Alessandria_Piedmont.html - Fantastic restaurant in a restored old farmhouse where you can eat a complete handmade meal with km. 0 product. Great atmosphere. Excellent wine. Average price 25/30 €
- La Canonica di Corteranzo. The most incredible Relais in the area. 5 minutes walk from our home, worth a visit. Possible to eat in their super panoramic Restaurant (to be booked, not open to public) – Average price 45 € - http://www.canonicadicorteranzo.it/?p=home&l=en
- Cascina Rosengana is another cozy farmhouse / restaurant on the way to the beautiful town of Cocconato, with excellent food and atmosphere. - http://www.cascinarosengana.it/en/- Address: Via Liprandi, 50: 14023 Cocconato (AT) Italy: Phone: (+39) 0141.907.857: Fax: (+39) 0141.907.914
- Osteria Lamberti – excellent restaurant with tasteful local meat of “Piemontese” cows.
Where to taste and buy wine:
- Canonica di Corteranzo – Isabella Vini -www.isabellavini.it - the most excellent wine in the area – prices from 10 €/bottle
- Cascina Francia - www.agriturismocascinafrancia.it – genuine Barbera with average prices
Shops to visit:
- Il Tempo Abitato - Via Torino 24, Robella – T 0141998125 - https://www.facebook.com/pg/iltempoabitato/about/?ref=page_internal - The best shop for shabby style furniture and decorations: a must see!!
- Vestiti ed altro - Via Cavour 70, Brusasco – T 011 915 1250 - https://www.facebook.com/pg/VESTITIealtroBRUSASCO/about/ - A very fashionable women’s clothing shop in a beautiful setting: an old palace
