Italy
Alps of Piedmont
The tranquil valleys of Cuneo province hide some of Italy's most beautiful mountain scenery — and virtually no international tourists.
The Maritime Alps and the Ligurian Alps form the southern arc of the Italian Alps, separating Piedmont from the French Riviera. Compared to the Dolomites or Mont Blanc, these mountains are almost completely unknown to international visitors — and that is precisely their charm.
The valleys of Cuneo province — Stura, Grana, Maira, Varaita, and Po — each have their own distinct character: medieval castles, Occitan-speaking villages, Romanesque churches, and an extraordinary mountain gastronomy built around chestnuts, truffles, and local cheeses.
Walking here you will rarely meet another foreign hiker. The trails are maintained by local communities and offer genuine encounters with mountain life as it has been lived for centuries. We combine walking with food and wine experiences that reflect the deep Piedmontese culture of these valleys.
Where We Go
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Tour Highlights
- Trek the Alta Via della Valle Stura through remote Piedmontese wilderness
- Discover Occitan culture, language and cuisine in high border villages
- Summit Monte Viso (3,841 m) — the source of the River Po and Piedmont's iconic peak
- Walk through ancient chestnut forests carpeted in autumn colour
- Explore the Cuneo valleys — among Italy's least-visited alpine landscapes
Difficulty & Fitness
Piedmont Alps trails vary from gentle valley walks in the chestnut zone to demanding high-mountain routes near Monte Viso. Most day hikes are moderate and reward hikers with extraordinary solitude.
Where to Stay
Small mountain refuges and family-run agriturismos offer remarkable Piedmontese hospitality. Cuneo and Saluzzo at valley level have comfortable hotels and outstanding local restaurants.
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