Welcome to Piedmont

Welcome to Piedmont

A rolling landscape, authentic villages, delicious food, and fine wines

A rolling landscape, authentic villages, delicious food, and fine wines

Piedmont is one of the most beautiful regions of Italy with rolling hills, forests, vineyards, and a rich ‘slowfood’ cuisine. The Monferrato area, renowned for its red and white wines, has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2014.

Within 10 minutes you can reach Acqui Terme, famous for thermal baths, an historic center and cozy terraces.

In addition to culinary highlights, the region also offers opportunities for hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, horse riding, tennis, and golf. It’s an ideal vacation destination for lovers of authentic Italy.

If you wish to further explore Northern Italy, the Ligurian coast, Milan, Turin, and Genoa are within 1-1.5 hours’ drive.

Il Monferrato

Il Monferrato

Casa Bonta is located near the southern edge of the Monferrato region, close to the Ligurian border.

The region is renowned for its rolling hills, vineyards, and culinary richness. Stretching across the provinces of Asti and Alessandria, it produces famous wines such as Barbera, Dolcetto, and Moscato d’Asti.

Il Monferrato has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2014 due to its stunning landscape and traditional winemaking. It offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, historic villages, and excellent “slowfood” cuisine.
Explore the region by car, e-bike, or Vespa.

The Erro River

The Erro River

Casa Bonta offers a stunning view of the River Erro. In just five minutes by car, you can reach one of the charming beaches along the shore.

There are numerous spots to enjoy. There are rocks for jumping off, quiet areas for building dams, deep swimming spots to dive into, and idyllic corners for relaxing with a book. In short, the river is a perfect destination for everyone.

Vineyards & Wine Producers

Vineyards & Wine Producers

The Monferrato and Langhe region is renowned for its beautiful vineyards and many small yet talented wine producers.

From Casa Bonta, it’s easy to visit these wine producers. Admire the vineyards, explore the cellars, and enjoy one of the wine tastings. Often, a wine tasting is also organized at Casa Bonta.

Discover the rich flavors of local wines such as Barbera, Barolo, and Moscato d’Asti, and experience the hospitality of the winemakers who are eager to share their passion and craftsmanship. A visit to these wineries offers an unforgettable experience in one of Italy’s most beautiful wine regions

Acqui Terme (10 km)

Acqui Terme (10 km)

A charming town with a historic center known for its hot water spring, La Bollente.

Here, you can stroll through the old streets for shopping, enjoy a drink at a terrace, or dine at one of the many restaurants.

There is a large market twice a week.

Nizza Monferrato, Canelli & Alba

Nizza Monferrato, Canelli & Alba

Nizza Monferrato, located 30 minutes away, is a charming town. Here, every third Sunday of the month, a famous antique market takes place. It’s also a great place to taste local wines such as Barbera d’Asti.
Canelli, 35 minutes away, is a historic town famous for its unique system of underground tunnels stretching 13 km beneath the city. You can visit various wineries here, like Coppo and Contratto.
Alba, 60 km away, is a popular destination. Its car-free center charms with beautiful squares, picturesque streets, and elegant shops. Alba is world-renowned for its white truffle; annually in October, a large truffle fair attracts passionate people from around the globe.

A day at the beach

A day at the beach

From Casa Bonta, it’s just 45 kilometers to the enchanting Italian Riviera Ligure, with its many beautiful seaside villages such as Varazze, Celle Ligure, and Noli. Whether you want to enjoy a relaxing day on the beach among Italians or explore old towns, you’ll find it all here.

Genoa marks the border between the Riviera di Ponente to the north towards France, with charming places like Noli, Varigotti, and Finale Ligure (with its historic borgo), and the Riviera di Levante to the south. This coast is renowned for its picturesque fishing villages like Camogli and, of course, Portofino, which with its small marina represents one of Italy’s most exclusive holiday destinations.

Visit the major cities

Visit the major cities

Asti (52 km)

Asti (52 km)

An ancient Roman town that is definitely worth visiting. Here, on the first Sunday of September, the oldest Palio in Italy takes place, which is a historic horse race through the city streets. Additionally, in September, a wine festival is held.

Genoa (80 km)

Genoa (80 km)

Located on the Ligurian coast, Genoa, or Genova in Italian, boasts a historic center with numerous monuments and characteristic old neighborhoods. A maze of alleyways where you can enjoy great food and shopping. The old port, the fortress, and the Aquarium are worth a visit.

Turin (100 km)

Turin (100 km)

Turin has a lot to offer: elegant old coffee houses, delicious restaurants, baroque palaces and squares, and stately arcades.
There are a few nice museums that are definitely worth visiting with children as well, such as the film museum and the Fiat museum.

Milan (135 km)

Milan (135 km)

Milan is the fashion capital of Italy, and a visit to Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is a must.
Climb the Duomo, visit the Brera artists’ district, and have an aperitivo in the Navigli district, where the canal runs through.
Milan has beautiful buildings, cozy courtyards, and, of course, beautiful people.

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