Cherasco (Italy) is a city gifted with impressive architecture reflecting the important role it played in the history of Piedmont and its royal dynasty, the Savoy House.
It is also part of the 11 municipalities where Barolo is grown, although hosting a single cru, known as the “Mantoetto.”
Cherasco is nonetheless an important reference in the territory of Langhe thanks to its beauty and and the quality of its restaurants.
What to see
Enter the city from the white-marble Arco del Belvedere, a baroque arch built in 1647 to celebrate the end of the bubonic plague epidemic that struck northern Italy after 1630.
Stroll along Via Vittorio Emanuele II and you will be presented with a showcase of historical buildings, alternating gothic and baroque styles.
Among them we need to mention Palazzo Salmatoris, where in 1796 Napoleon signed the Armistice of Cherasco, granting peace with the House of Savoy.
On the eastern side of town you will find the massive castle of Cherasco, built in 1348 by Luchino Visconti, Duke of Milano, after defeating the Savoy army.
The fortress is an imposing, quadrangular structure with a tower at every corner and a drawbridge in the front.
In 1529, following the Treaty of Cambrai, the structure was returned to the Savoy.
Wine and truffle
Since you are in the heart of Langhe, the best way to dive into local culture is going for a private wine tasting tour in the area.
You’ll feel the vibe of the local way of life and enjoy the bouquet and flavors of the great wines of Piedmont, the famous Barolo and Barbaresco, while talking to local producers and walking around their cellars.
What a unique experience for a true wine lover!
Another great idea is a truffle hunting tour.
Get out in the woods and follow the experienced “trifolao” (this is the name given to truffle hunters in Piedmont) while his dog sniffs the way to the hidden treasure of the local gastronomy.
This is the best way tounderstand this ancient local tradition and learn more about the role the truffle plays in local gastronomy and lifestyle.
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