Serralunga d'Alba Castle (Castello di Serralunga d'Alba)
Via Castello, Serralunga D'alba, Cuneo, 12060
With its square keep and imposing towers perched on the hilltop above the village of Serralunga, the 14th-century Serralunga d'Alba Castle draws the eye from miles around and boasts an idyllic location overlooking the UNESCO-listed landscape of Le Langhe-Roero, famous for its prestigious Barolo vineyards.
The basics
This remarkably intact medieval fortress is one of the most notable landmarks in Piedmont’s Barolo wine country, and visitors can take a guided tour to learn about its unique architecture, known for resembling a French donjon. Admire the coffered ceiling and magnificent frescoes of the Salone dei Valvassori, stroll through the halls in the central Palacium, and take in the spectacular views from the ramparts over the vineyard-covered hills. The castle sits in the heart of one of Italy’s most scenic wine areas, and a stop to visit the castle can be paired with a tour of the surrounding wineries. Most wine-tasting day trips also include lunch, so you can discover this area’s famed cuisine.
Things to know before you go
The rolling landscape of Le Langhe outside Serralunga is among the most picturesque in Piedmont, a paradise for photographers.
The castle is not accessible to wheelchair users.
Wine tours generally require a bit of walking outdoors, so choose comfortable shoes and dress for the weather.
Kids enjoy visiting this castle, with its fairy-tale style, plus the heady views from its ramparts.
How to get there
By car, take the SP130 highway from Alba. Otherwise, join a Barolo tour with transportation included to avoid the complicated connections by public transportation.
When to get there
The castle can be visited by guided tour only, which must be reserved in advance.
Le Langhe-Roero and Monferrato
Piedmont’s Le Langhe-Roero and Monferrato countrysides were named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2014, recognized for their remarkable beauty and history, with a landscape encompassing five wine-growing districts and the historic hill towns of Serralunga, Barolo, La Morra, Nieve, and Bra. Winemaking in this region has a history dating back to the Etruscans, five centuries before Christ, and the vineyards of these Piemontesi hills continue to produce some of Italy’s flagship wines.
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