Travel Guide from Villa Lavanda
Trips
30Min. drive: Great restaurants, wine bars, shops, markets, Termal hot water springs, etc.
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Acqui Terme
30Min. drive: Great restaurants, wine bars, shops, markets, Termal hot water springs, etc.
If you want to experience the artisanry wine making of one of the most famous wines in the world - visit the village which gave this wine its name - Barolo.
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Barolo, Piedmont
If you want to experience the artisanry wine making of one of the most famous wines in the world - visit the village which gave this wine its name - Barolo.
In 2 Hours 45 Min by car you will get to see the City of Monaco (Monaco). Well known for its car racing and their famous visitors, this state city is well worth a visit.
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Monaco
In 2 Hours 45 Min by car you will get to see the City of Monaco (Monaco). Well known for its car racing and their famous visitors, this state city is well worth a visit.
Visiting piemonte you must see ist capital City "Turin". Enjoy this city's markets, restaurants, museums und the magical view on the italian alps. Turin is reachanle in 1h 30Min by car.
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Turin
Visiting piemonte you must see ist capital City "Turin". Enjoy this city's markets, restaurants, museums und the magical view on the italian alps. Turin is reachanle in 1h 30Min by car.
Very cute village with great views over the ocean. 2h 50 Min drive.
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cinque terre
Very cute village with great views over the ocean. 2h 50 Min drive.
"Truffle City" of Piemonte is certainly Alba with ist famous Alba Truffle. A must see for every "gourmet"! 45 Min by car
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Alba
"Truffle City" of Piemonte is certainly Alba with ist famous Alba Truffle. A must see for every "gourmet"! 45 Min by car
City of cuneo. Nice village. Great place for lunch/dinner: www.osteriaduegrappoli.com
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Cuneo
City of cuneo. Nice village. Great place for lunch/dinner: www.osteriaduegrappoli.com
Beaches
Punta Crena
Beutiful beach in 1h 30Min drive
Monterosso al Mare
3 hours by car
cinque terre
2h 45 Min by car
Cute Village with a nice (pebble) beach. Also good for families with small children. 1h 30 Min drive. We recommend to stay at a beach club and rent sunbeds. E.g.: www.bagnivittorianoli.it (Adr.: Lungomare Guglielmo Marconi, 2, 17026 Noli SV, Italy)
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Noli
Cute Village with a nice (pebble) beach. Also good for families with small children. 1h 30 Min drive. We recommend to stay at a beach club and rent sunbeds. E.g.: www.bagnivittorianoli.it (Adr.: Lungomare Guglielmo Marconi, 2, 17026 Noli SV, Italy)
Sanremo station
2h 20 Min
Cute beach & nice place for a day at the beach
1h 30Min by car from Vesime
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Varigotti
Cute beach & nice place for a day at the beach
1h 30Min by car from Vesime
Borgio Verezzi
Nice beaches, cute village
1h 30Min. from Vesime
Wine Region
La Morra is a very nice Little Village with extraordinary views over hectars of vineyards of Barolo region.
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La Morra
La Morra is a very nice Little Village with extraordinary views over hectars of vineyards of Barolo region.
Barolo, the towm which gave the famous Wine its Name. 50 Min. drive from Vesime
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Barolo, Piedmont
Barolo, the towm which gave the famous Wine its Name. 50 Min. drive from Vesime
Tre Stelle is a little town which belongs to the wine region of "Barbaresco". The capital town of another "Nebbiolo" based wine besides of "Barolo".
Tre Stelle
Tre Stelle is a little town which belongs to the wine region of "Barbaresco". The capital town of another "Nebbiolo" based wine besides of "Barolo".
Winery
Beutiful winery and great regional wines! Great wine tasting with walking tour through the vineyards. Only 15 Minutes drive from Vesime. www.isolabelladellacroce.it
Isolabella della Croce
Beutiful winery and great regional wines! Great wine tasting with walking tour through the vineyards. Only 15 Minutes drive from Vesime. www.isolabelladellacroce.it
Fratelli Rovero (S.N.C.)
216 Frazione San MarzanottoOrganic Winery - great wines!
1 hour drive from Vesime, www.rovero.it
Organic Winery / Agriturismo in La Morra
Very interesting Winery at one of the most beautifull villages in the region.
www.erbaluna.it
Agriturismo Erbaluna
43 Via AnnunziataOrganic Winery / Agriturismo in La Morra
Very interesting Winery at one of the most beautifull villages in the region.
www.erbaluna.it
Largest and very famous winery in Barolo.
Very interesting winery/family history.
www.marchesibarolo.com
Marchesi di Barolo
1 Via RomaLargest and very famous winery in Barolo.
Very interesting winery/family history.
www.marchesibarolo.com
A short drive from Villa Lavanda, you can enjoy extraordinary views and wines - such as piedmontese response to champagin: il metodo classico.
Book a wine tasting:
https://borgomaragliano.it/
Borgo Maragliano Società Agricola
2 Regione San SebastianoA short drive from Villa Lavanda, you can enjoy extraordinary views and wines - such as piedmontese response to champagin: il metodo classico.
Book a wine tasting:
https://borgomaragliano.it/
Local winery with over 500 years of family heritage in Vesime. Cavallero Winery offers tastings upon request, too.
www.cavallerovini.it
Cavallero Lorenzo Azienda Agricola - Vitivinicola
SP25Local winery with over 500 years of family heritage in Vesime. Cavallero Winery offers tastings upon request, too.
www.cavallerovini.it
Winery: In a 30 Min drive from Vesime, you can discover the great crus in Piedmont. For over twenty years, the great house of Michele Chiarlo has been open to all those who love wine.
The wineries in Calamandrana, l’Art Park La Court, Palás Cerequio, the vineyards of Langhe and Monferrato, the great crus: this is the extraordinary world and spectacular setting in which we want to welcome you and show your our history.
Book your wine tasting (and more) online:
https://visit.michelechiarlo.it/en/607e942aeb834e1c60398a5c?lang=en
Cascina La Court Michele Chiarlo
30 Via CocitoWinery: In a 30 Min drive from Vesime, you can discover the great crus in Piedmont. For over twenty years, the great house of Michele Chiarlo has been open to all those who love wine.
The wineries in Calamandrana, l’Art Park La Court, Palás Cerequio, the vineyards of Langhe and Monferrato, the great crus: this is the extraordinary world and spectacular setting in which we want to welcome you and show your our history.
Book your wine tasting (and more) online:
https://visit.michelechiarlo.it/en/607e942aeb834e1c60398a5c?lang=en
Winery Ettore Germano: We like to share whit you, enthusiasts , our experiences and knowledge! Come and visit us in Serralunga d’Alba, to live an authentic experience of what our hills are. We will show you the long journey of our wines, from the vineyards, visible from our panoramic terrace, to the cellar. At this point the choice is yours: you can taste the wines in our tasting room, which overlooks the Prapò hills, choosing one of the types of tastings indicated below.
https://www.germanoettore.com/en-visit-tasting
AZ. AGRICOLA Ettore Germano
Winery Ettore Germano: We like to share whit you, enthusiasts , our experiences and knowledge! Come and visit us in Serralunga d’Alba, to live an authentic experience of what our hills are. We will show you the long journey of our wines, from the vineyards, visible from our panoramic terrace, to the cellar. At this point the choice is yours: you can taste the wines in our tasting room, which overlooks the Prapò hills, choosing one of the types of tastings indicated below.
https://www.germanoettore.com/en-visit-tasting
Shopping
Large Supermarket in Acqui Terme
30Min drive from Vesime.
We like to go at the start of our holidays for one big shopping tour to Bennet and then buy the everyday things that we need to be fresh or that we forgot, locally in Vesime (or in Cortemilia - Presto Fresco Shop)
https://www.bennet.com/ipermercati/schedaIpermercato.aspx?idIper=0085&Reg=&prov=0
Bennet
90 Stradale SavonaLarge Supermarket in Acqui Terme
30Min drive from Vesime.
We like to go at the start of our holidays for one big shopping tour to Bennet and then buy the everyday things that we need to be fresh or that we forgot, locally in Vesime (or in Cortemilia - Presto Fresco Shop)
https://www.bennet.com/ipermercati/schedaIpermercato.aspx?idIper=0085&Reg=&prov=0
While there are two small grocery stores in Vesime for basic daily needs, you can also go to Cortemilia to Presto Fresco for larger purchases.
http://prestofresco.it/cgi-bin/puntivendita/CORTEMILIA-18.asp
Prestofresco
11 Corso L. EinaudiWhile there are two small grocery stores in Vesime for basic daily needs, you can also go to Cortemilia to Presto Fresco for larger purchases.
http://prestofresco.it/cgi-bin/puntivendita/CORTEMILIA-18.asp
Via Delprino, 19
19 Via DelprinoShop I: In Vesime
Via Delprino 19, Vesime
Via Delprino, 23
23 Via DelprinoShop II: in Vesime
Via Delprino 23
Experiences
Truffle hunting incl. possibility to purchase & taste truffles
Natale & Giorgio are very nice people who are absolutelly passionates about truffles. Very nice experience!
Dont miss the opportunity to buy some and prepare a nice piedmontese dinner at Villa Lavanda yourself!
e-mail: lacasadeltrifulau@gmail.com
Tel.: 0039 347 299 18 32
La Casa del Trifulau
Truffle hunting incl. possibility to purchase & taste truffles
Natale & Giorgio are very nice people who are absolutelly passionates about truffles. Very nice experience!
Dont miss the opportunity to buy some and prepare a nice piedmontese dinner at Villa Lavanda yourself!
e-mail: lacasadeltrifulau@gmail.com
Tel.: 0039 347 299 18 32
All year round, the organization "WOW" (Wonderful Outdoor World) is the point of reference for enthusiasts of outdoor activities. WOW offers sports events for everyone; from family outings to ultra-trail runs, electric-bike rentals to long-distance cycling tours. Visit their website for more information: www.wowoutdoor.it
Wonderful Outdoor World
7 Via Carlo PascalAll year round, the organization "WOW" (Wonderful Outdoor World) is the point of reference for enthusiasts of outdoor activities. WOW offers sports events for everyone; from family outings to ultra-trail runs, electric-bike rentals to long-distance cycling tours. Visit their website for more information: www.wowoutdoor.it
Amanda Courtney: originally from the United States, Amanda is a professional oenologist and sommelier, working with over 200 winerys in Piemonte. Amanda offers custom wine tours, wine tastings, and more throughout the region. Contact her to explore one of the most renowned wine regions in the world with professional guidance and a touch of wit as well. Amanda speaks English and Italian.
Amanda's Wine Adventures Italy
Amanda Courtney: originally from the United States, Amanda is a professional oenologist and sommelier, working with over 200 winerys in Piemonte. Amanda offers custom wine tours, wine tastings, and more throughout the region. Contact her to explore one of the most renowned wine regions in the world with professional guidance and a touch of wit as well. Amanda speaks English and Italian.
Art Park La Court: In Castelnuovo Calcea rises "La Court", the winery of Michele Chiarlo, which since 2003 hosts the "Art Park La Court". It is one of the most unique art experiences in the wine scene, immersed in a landscape recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.
The park's works and structures can be visited independently of the winery and free of charge (you can also combine it with a wine tasting tour -> see section "Wineries"). Download the corresponding app and enjoy an art walk through the vineyards with audio guide!
Good shoes, water and a sun is highly recommend ;-)
Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)
https://visit.michelechiarlo.it/en/607e942aeb834e1c60398a5c/events/60b0fe2bd29edc271fa628df?coupon_code=&date=&guests=1&lang=en&type=propose
Cascina La Court Michele Chiarlo
30 Via CocitoArt Park La Court: In Castelnuovo Calcea rises "La Court", the winery of Michele Chiarlo, which since 2003 hosts the "Art Park La Court". It is one of the most unique art experiences in the wine scene, immersed in a landscape recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.
The park's works and structures can be visited independently of the winery and free of charge (you can also combine it with a wine tasting tour -> see section "Wineries"). Download the corresponding app and enjoy an art walk through the vineyards with audio guide!
Good shoes, water and a sun is highly recommend ;-)
Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)
https://visit.michelechiarlo.it/en/607e942aeb834e1c60398a5c/events/60b0fe2bd29edc271fa628df?coupon_code=&date=&guests=1&lang=en&type=propose
Sehenswürdigkeiten
The Grotta di Bossea in Val Corsaglia is about 2km long and has a waterfall at its end. About 200 meters of altitude must be climbed during the tour via numerous stairs. Once the long entrance corridor is passed, a gigantic elevation system opens up. The river flowing through it makes the Grotta di Bossea a real experience. A guided tour, which starts at fixed times, lasts about 90 minutes and costs 11€/person (2018). www.grottadibossea.com
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Icave Bossea
10 Localita' BosseaThe Grotta di Bossea in Val Corsaglia is about 2km long and has a waterfall at its end. About 200 meters of altitude must be climbed during the tour via numerous stairs. Once the long entrance corridor is passed, a gigantic elevation system opens up. The river flowing through it makes the Grotta di Bossea a real experience. A guided tour, which starts at fixed times, lasts about 90 minutes and costs 11€/person (2018). www.grottadibossea.com
Castello di Grinzane Cavour stands in one of the most picturesque landscapes of the Langhe, about 5 km from Alba. Built in the 12th century, it offers its visitors, in addition to the beautiful view, a wine store, a restaurant, a store with local products and a museum dedicated to the peasant and wine culture. In the restored walls, the important literary prize "Premio Grinzane Cavour" is awarded every year.
www.castellogrinzane.com
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Grinzane Cavour
Castello di Grinzane Cavour stands in one of the most picturesque landscapes of the Langhe, about 5 km from Alba. Built in the 12th century, it offers its visitors, in addition to the beautiful view, a wine store, a restaurant, a store with local products and a museum dedicated to the peasant and wine culture. In the restored walls, the important literary prize "Premio Grinzane Cavour" is awarded every year.
www.castellogrinzane.com
In the village of Vernante, also known as "Pinocchio's village" lived the Piedmontese painter Attilio Mussino, who illustrated the famous "Adventures of Pinocchio" by Carlo Collodi. In memory of its famous inhabitant, the municipality has installed more than 150 illustrations of all the characters of Pinocchio around the village, which can be discovered during a walking tour.
Vernante
In the village of Vernante, also known as "Pinocchio's village" lived the Piedmontese painter Attilio Mussino, who illustrated the famous "Adventures of Pinocchio" by Carlo Collodi. In memory of its famous inhabitant, the municipality has installed more than 150 illustrations of all the characters of Pinocchio around the village, which can be discovered during a walking tour.