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Round trip Piedmont
Travelogue
When we got up the parking lot was empty and all the parked trucks were gone.
On the way to Como it rained, from then on the weather became more and more friendly. In order not to lose any time, we used the toll motorway to Monza.
The parking lot (GPS: 45.596834,9.2725) was easy to drive into. Parking fee 3.- €. all day. Not allowed to stay overnight.
Upon arrival, we set out for a city tour.
When we got up the parking lot was empty and all the parked trucks were gone.
On the way to Como it rained, from then on the weather became more and more friendly. In order not to lose any time, we used the toll motorway to Monza.
The parking lot (GPS: 45.596834,9.2725) was easy to drive into. Parking fee 3.- €. all day. Not allowed to stay overnight.
Upon arrival, we set out for a city tour.
We walked to the center of Monza, with the aim of visiting the cathedral.
On the way we saw the church of San Pietro which we also had to look at.
The Duomo sports a green and white banded facade with rich decor. Unfortunately we saw little of the facade, it is completely scaffolded. The interior is baroque, but the Cappella di Teodolinda shows late Gothic frescoes depicting the life of the Longobard queen Teodolinda, who used Monza as a summer residence in the 6th century. A tabernacle encloses the iron crown of the Lombards, their inner ring was once a nail from the cross of Christ.
We strolled through imposing streets and squares, along the banks of the Lambro to the church "Chiesa di S.Getado al Corpo". It was around noon when the churches in Italy are closed.
On the way back we passed the Villa Reale di Monza, with a huge park. Monza Park is one of the largest walled parks in Europe, at least the largest in Italy. The Royal Villa (Villa Reale) is a palace built between 1777–1780 and commissioned by Empress Maria Theresa.
We walked to the center of Monza, with the aim of visiting the cathedral.
On the way we saw the church of San Pietro which we also had to look at.
The Duomo sports a green and white banded facade with rich decor. Unfortunately we saw little of the facade, it is completely scaffolded. The interior is baroque, but the Cappella di Teodolinda shows late Gothic frescoes depicting the life of the Longobard queen Teodolinda, who used Monza as a summer residence in the 6th century. A tabernacle encloses the iron crown of the Lombards, their inner ring was once a nail from the cross of Christ.
We strolled through imposing streets and squares, along the banks of the Lambro to the church "Chiesa di S.Getado al Corpo". It was around noon when the churches in Italy are closed.
On the way back we passed the Villa Reale di Monza, with a huge park. Monza Park is one of the largest walled parks in Europe, at least the largest in Italy. The Royal Villa (Villa Reale) is a palace built between 1777–1780 and commissioned by Empress Maria Theresa.
Actually we wanted to visit the city of Pavia first, then drive to the parking space at the monastery and use it as an overnight stay. I had mixed up the coordinates for the navigation system and so we drove to the Certosa monastery as our next destination.
On arrival the pitch was almost empty. After the coffee break, we went to visit the monastery extensively. We also decided not to go any further to Pavia, but to spend the night on the pitch. Costs 16.- € with electricity / water and disposal.
The Certosa di Pavia is a monastery originally built for the Carthusian Order. The monastery is an extensive complex. In the small cloister next to the church, a terracotta statue crowns each column. Above are the arcades and towers of the church. The 23 monastery cells are grouped around the large cloister. They are arranged as identical houses around the large cloister. The monastery complex was built for 170 years. The magnificent facade of the monastery church "Madonna delle Grazie" is adorned with different colored marble, figures of saints, reliefs with biblical scenes.
Quiet place near the monastery. 16 euros per night is ok. There are toilets during the day and a small cafe on the square.
Actually we wanted to visit the city of Pavia first, then drive to the parking space at the monastery and use it as an overnight stay. I had mixed up the coordinates for the navigation system and so we drove to the Certosa monastery as our next destination.
On arrival the pitch was almost empty. After the coffee break, we went to visit the monastery extensively. We also decided not to go any further to Pavia, but to spend the night on the pitch. Costs 16.- € with electricity / water and disposal.
The Certosa di Pavia is a monastery originally built for the Carthusian Order. The monastery is an extensive complex. In the small cloister next to the church, a terracotta statue crowns each column. Above are the arcades and towers of the church. The 23 monastery cells are grouped around the large cloister. They are arranged as identical houses around the large cloister. The monastery complex was built for 170 years. The magnificent facade of the monastery church "Madonna delle Grazie" is adorned with different colored marble, figures of saints, reliefs with biblical scenes.
Quiet place near the monastery. 16 euros per night is ok. There are toilets during the day and a small cafe on the square.
Nach einer ruhigen Nacht, fuhren wir weiter nach Pavia. Der Stellplatz hatte sich über Nacht voll belegt, es parkten weitere Wohnmobile am angrenzenden Parkplatz.
Der Parkplatz in Pavia war sehr gut anzufahren und überraschend ziemlich leer. (Parkplatz: GPS: 45.195770 9.152962 ) Wir waren erstaunt, dass an einem Werktag kein Stadtverkehr vorlag. Bei dem Stadtrundgang fiel uns auf des in Italien ein Feiertag war.
Die erste Sehenswürdigkeit war das Visconti Kastell, eine viereckige Backsteinburg. Durch Zufall kamen wir zu den Geschlechtertürme hinter der Universität. Von den ehemals 200 Türme stehen nur noch drei Geschlechtertürme der freien Stadtrepublick des 12./13. Jh. Im weiteren Stadtrundgang suchten wir den Dom von Pavia der aus dem 15.Jh. stammt. Den Dom krönt eine mächtige Kuppel. Pavias Dom ist ein imposantes Bauwerk mit dem Grundriss in der Form eines griechischen Kreuzes. Wir machten noch einen Abstecher zum Fluß "Ticino" über den die Ponte Coperto die beiden Stadtteile verbindet. Eine friedliche Demo zog über die Brücke angeführt von einer Musikkapelle.
Nach einer ruhigen Nacht, fuhren wir weiter nach Pavia. Der Stellplatz hatte sich über Nacht voll belegt, es parkten weitere Wohnmobile am angrenzenden Parkplatz.
Der Parkplatz in Pavia war sehr gut anzufahren und überraschend ziemlich leer. (Parkplatz: GPS: 45.195770 9.152962 ) Wir waren erstaunt, dass an einem Werktag kein Stadtverkehr vorlag. Bei dem Stadtrundgang fiel uns auf des in Italien ein Feiertag war.
Die erste Sehenswürdigkeit war das Visconti Kastell, eine viereckige Backsteinburg. Durch Zufall kamen wir zu den Geschlechtertürme hinter der Universität. Von den ehemals 200 Türme stehen nur noch drei Geschlechtertürme der freien Stadtrepublick des 12./13. Jh. Im weiteren Stadtrundgang suchten wir den Dom von Pavia der aus dem 15.Jh. stammt. Den Dom krönt eine mächtige Kuppel. Pavias Dom ist ein imposantes Bauwerk mit dem Grundriss in der Form eines griechischen Kreuzes. Wir machten noch einen Abstecher zum Fluß "Ticino" über den die Ponte Coperto die beiden Stadtteile verbindet. Eine friedliche Demo zog über die Brücke angeführt von einer Musikkapelle.
It was worth taking the detour to Casale Monferrato. Unfortunately, the outside of the cathedral was scaffolded and encased, but the inside of the cathedral is worth seeing. The cathedral surprises with a great vestibule that is unique in size. The wooden cross is platinum-plated with silver and comes from the Rhineland. We were very enthusiastic about this church, as well as the entire old town of this fantastic city.
Parking lot GPS: 45.136880,8.446998 (free)
It was worth taking the detour to Casale Monferrato. Unfortunately, the outside of the cathedral was scaffolded and encased, but the inside of the cathedral is worth seeing. The cathedral surprises with a great vestibule that is unique in size. The wooden cross is platinum-plated with silver and comes from the Rhineland. We were very enthusiastic about this church, as well as the entire old town of this fantastic city.
Parking lot GPS: 45.136880,8.446998 (free)
The next stage on our round trip through Piedmont is Asti.
The city tour began at Campo del Palio. The spacious place is used for. Z. as a parking lot, ( GPS: 44.897301,8.210690) which will be transformed into the venue of the Palio in September. Past the “most important” building - the tax office, we first went through wonderful arcades to the church of San Secondo, which was consecrated to the eponymous saint, the patron saint of Asti, and is said to have been built on the spot where he was martyred in 119. We strolled through narrow streets and came to the Torre Comentina from the 13th century, one of the 12 remaining towers of the 125 that were occupied for the city in 1682. Torre Romana, a tower from the 1st century BC Chr .; it is the only significant testimony from Roman times. We also visited some remains of the medieval city wall in front of the baroque church of Santa Caterlina. We make our way to the cathedral, which is affectionately called the Rebstock Cathedral. The cathedral (cathedral) - Santa Maria Assunta - is the largest church complex in Piedmont and was built from 1309 to 1354. Stylized vine leaves surround the high pillars on which the three-aisled Gothic step hall rests. That we weren't the only Germans in Asti could be heard from the tour groups that were led through Asti. So we also got something historical during visits.
The next stage on our round trip through Piedmont is Asti.
The city tour began at Campo del Palio. The spacious place is used for. Z. as a parking lot, ( GPS: 44.897301,8.210690) which will be transformed into the venue of the Palio in September. Past the “most important” building - the tax office, we first went through wonderful arcades to the church of San Secondo, which was consecrated to the eponymous saint, the patron saint of Asti, and is said to have been built on the spot where he was martyred in 119. We strolled through narrow streets and came to the Torre Comentina from the 13th century, one of the 12 remaining towers of the 125 that were occupied for the city in 1682. Torre Romana, a tower from the 1st century BC Chr .; it is the only significant testimony from Roman times. We also visited some remains of the medieval city wall in front of the baroque church of Santa Caterlina. We make our way to the cathedral, which is affectionately called the Rebstock Cathedral. The cathedral (cathedral) - Santa Maria Assunta - is the largest church complex in Piedmont and was built from 1309 to 1354. Stylized vine leaves surround the high pillars on which the three-aisled Gothic step hall rests. That we weren't the only Germans in Asti could be heard from the tour groups that were led through Asti. So we also got something historical during visits.
The last destination of today was the parking space ( GPS: 44.665401,8.472350) in Acqui Therme. The journey led across the hilly landscape of Asti, and when we got there it was almost full, only a few places were free. We parked next to a German camper that we could plug in our power cord. The power sockets on the square were all occupied by other campers. We didn't arrive until 6:30 p.m., after dinner we walked into the center of town. As soon as we arrived we saw that a festival was being held in the old town that we wanted to visit. It was no longer worth it, some stalls were already cleaning up. On this walk we got to know the city with its many old buildings, alleys and fountains. We did not find the hot spring from which the water comes out of the ground at around 73 ° C.
The last destination of today was the parking space ( GPS: 44.665401,8.472350) in Acqui Therme. The journey led across the hilly landscape of Asti, and when we got there it was almost full, only a few places were free. We parked next to a German camper that we could plug in our power cord. The power sockets on the square were all occupied by other campers. We didn't arrive until 6:30 p.m., after dinner we walked into the center of town. As soon as we arrived we saw that a festival was being held in the old town that we wanted to visit. It was no longer worth it, some stalls were already cleaning up. On this walk we got to know the city with its many old buildings, alleys and fountains. We did not find the hot spring from which the water comes out of the ground at around 73 ° C.
Today it started early, our destination is Savona, the city on the Ligurian Riviera. We are leaving Piedmont for one day. For the outward journey, we chose thoroughfares free of charge. In retrospect, we regretted it, potholes, curvy, narrow places where no two cars can pass each other.
GPS: 44.278198,8.441010
Not many people consider Savona a tourist destination, but even if you look closely, the city on the Ligurian Riviera offers much more than just a large and important port. The history and natural beauties do not disappoint, thanks also to the European Blue Flag recognition for the beaches that are among the best in Italy. The medieval center develops not far from the harbor and finds its main attraction in the Finess of Primar, south of the old dock, a 16th century fortress overlooking the sea. Then there are a number of towers along the streets, the most interesting of which are the 15th century Torretta, the Torre del Brandale, the Torre dei Corsi or the Torre Pancalda. Savona is also home to its own Sistine Chapel, built in honor of Pope Sixtus. It is adjacent to the Assumption Cathedral, which is famous for its beautiful neo-baroque facade, the wooden choir and the sacred works of art stored in it.
Today it started early, our destination is Savona, the city on the Ligurian Riviera. We are leaving Piedmont for one day. For the outward journey, we chose thoroughfares free of charge. In retrospect, we regretted it, potholes, curvy, narrow places where no two cars can pass each other.
GPS: 44.278198,8.441010
Not many people consider Savona a tourist destination, but even if you look closely, the city on the Ligurian Riviera offers much more than just a large and important port. The history and natural beauties do not disappoint, thanks also to the European Blue Flag recognition for the beaches that are among the best in Italy. The medieval center develops not far from the harbor and finds its main attraction in the Finess of Primar, south of the old dock, a 16th century fortress overlooking the sea. Then there are a number of towers along the streets, the most interesting of which are the 15th century Torretta, the Torre del Brandale, the Torre dei Corsi or the Torre Pancalda. Savona is also home to its own Sistine Chapel, built in honor of Pope Sixtus. It is adjacent to the Assumption Cathedral, which is famous for its beautiful neo-baroque facade, the wooden choir and the sacred works of art stored in it.
Cycling tour:
Upon arrival we got our bikes out of the garage and got ready for the bike tour. At first we drove on a nice bike path from the pitch, along the beach promenade, towards the center of Savona. Through the center it was a bit annoying with the heavy traffic, no precise route guidance until we came across a sign that showed the direction to the place of pilgrimage. From then on it was always uphill to the Sanctuary. When leaving, we hadn't considered that we would arrive at the church at lunchtime and that it could be closed then. And so it was, the doors were locked before our eyes. The sanctuary of the Blessed Virgin Mary, about 6 kilometers from the city, was built around the church that appeared in 1536 on the site of the apparition of Our Lady to Blessed Antonio Botta. The three-door baroque facade with three niches in which there are the statues of St. John the Baptist, St. John the Apostle and the Evangelist and the Virgin. We took a closer look at the facade and cycled back to Savona.
Cycling tour:
Upon arrival we got our bikes out of the garage and got ready for the bike tour. At first we drove on a nice bike path from the pitch, along the beach promenade, towards the center of Savona. Through the center it was a bit annoying with the heavy traffic, no precise route guidance until we came across a sign that showed the direction to the place of pilgrimage. From then on it was always uphill to the Sanctuary. When leaving, we hadn't considered that we would arrive at the church at lunchtime and that it could be closed then. And so it was, the doors were locked before our eyes. The sanctuary of the Blessed Virgin Mary, about 6 kilometers from the city, was built around the church that appeared in 1536 on the site of the apparition of Our Lady to Blessed Antonio Botta. The three-door baroque facade with three niches in which there are the statues of St. John the Baptist, St. John the Apostle and the Evangelist and the Virgin. We took a closer look at the facade and cycled back to Savona.
The fort was cycled to the first sight. We were amazed that you can get to the top viewing platform with the bikes without stairs. Above is the magnificent 360 ° panorama.
The fort was cycled to the first sight. We were amazed that you can get to the top viewing platform with the bikes without stairs. Above is the magnificent 360 ° panorama.
Back at the pitch there was a coffee break before we went on a little walk on the beach. The sea had high waves, the temperature was 16 ° C
In the evening there was a thunderstorm with hail, the grains were the size of a fingernail.
Back at the pitch there was a coffee break before we went on a little walk on the beach. The sea had high waves, the temperature was 16 ° C
In the evening there was a thunderstorm with hail, the grains were the size of a fingernail.
Today it was difficult for us to decide whether we should continue or spend another day at the sea. The decision to continue driving was the right one, we had seen the city and the sights, the wind couldn't swim and the water was too cool, the only thing that would have been remembered was the water and the sunny day. We didn't miss out on a short visit to the beach before heading back to the Piedmont region. We had chosen the Vicoforte pilgrimage church as the first destination for the day. This time we chose the motorway for the route, which brought us a time reduction of over an hour. On the drive we noticed that the landscape can be seen just as well as on the SS roads. I only knew the place of pilgrimage Vicoforte from the travel guide and what we encountered here exceeded everything we had read. Just looking at the approach made us curious.
Today it was difficult for us to decide whether we should continue or spend another day at the sea. The decision to continue driving was the right one, we had seen the city and the sights, the wind couldn't swim and the water was too cool, the only thing that would have been remembered was the water and the sunny day. We didn't miss out on a short visit to the beach before heading back to the Piedmont region. We had chosen the Vicoforte pilgrimage church as the first destination for the day. This time we chose the motorway for the route, which brought us a time reduction of over an hour. On the drive we noticed that the landscape can be seen just as well as on the SS roads. I only knew the place of pilgrimage Vicoforte from the travel guide and what we encountered here exceeded everything we had read. Just looking at the approach made us curious.
We were very impressed by this church. The dome is the largest elliptical dome in the world and is beautifully painted. The sanctuary of many people ... an imposing structure that was erected over 300 years ago, an elliptical dome which, at 77,000 tons, is one of the largest in the world and is only supported by a few columns. 8 the prophets depicted in the dome, 64 stars with 8 points (number that keeps recurring in the Christian project, symbol of perfection). After an extensive tour we walked through Victoforte to a hill to see the Maritime Alps.
We were very impressed by this church. The dome is the largest elliptical dome in the world and is beautifully painted. The sanctuary of many people ... an imposing structure that was erected over 300 years ago, an elliptical dome which, at 77,000 tons, is one of the largest in the world and is only supported by a few columns. 8 the prophets depicted in the dome, 64 stars with 8 points (number that keeps recurring in the Christian project, symbol of perfection). After an extensive tour we walked through Victoforte to a hill to see the Maritime Alps.
Our next destination was Saluzzo, one of the most beautiful places in Piedmont. The GPS had first led us past the parking space, the parked mobile homes could be seen from the street. After turning, the navigation system led us over a roundabout to the parking space. (GPS: 44.637440,7.492572 free) We allowed ourselves a break before we went on an exploration tour. Old buildings line the narrow streets, and beyond the medieval roofs you can see green hills and the snow-capped peaks of the Alps. The city is divided into a lower modern part and the medieval-looking old town above on a Monviso foothill. At the end of the 16th century, Saluzzo was the center of a flourishing principality: today it is a bishopric. In the former fortifications high above you can visit several interesting churches, some of which are uniquely beautiful. You also have a wonderful overview of Saluzza, which is "at your feet". We strolled slowly downhill on poorly accessible cobblestone alleys and streets, only partially covered with narrow pavement slabs through the beautiful old town. In the more modern lower town, we paid a visit to the church of S. Giovanni from 1330 with the burial chapel of the Dukes of Saluzzo and cloister.
Parking: free
Our next destination was Saluzzo, one of the most beautiful places in Piedmont. The GPS had first led us past the parking space, the parked mobile homes could be seen from the street. After turning, the navigation system led us over a roundabout to the parking space. (GPS: 44.637440,7.492572 free) We allowed ourselves a break before we went on an exploration tour. Old buildings line the narrow streets, and beyond the medieval roofs you can see green hills and the snow-capped peaks of the Alps. The city is divided into a lower modern part and the medieval-looking old town above on a Monviso foothill. At the end of the 16th century, Saluzzo was the center of a flourishing principality: today it is a bishopric. In the former fortifications high above you can visit several interesting churches, some of which are uniquely beautiful. You also have a wonderful overview of Saluzza, which is "at your feet". We strolled slowly downhill on poorly accessible cobblestone alleys and streets, only partially covered with narrow pavement slabs through the beautiful old town. In the more modern lower town, we paid a visit to the church of S. Giovanni from 1330 with the burial chapel of the Dukes of Saluzzo and cloister.
Parking: free
The onward journey to Cherasco was initially on the same route as the approach to Saluzzo. The last kilometers before Cherasco a 10% gradient with tight bends still had to be overcome. The most beautiful there in Piedmont, Cherasco towers on a hilltop. There were already several mobile homes in the free parking lot (GPS: 44.648800,7.854980). You can't name it there, it's a beautiful old town with a castle, a city wall with an archway and offers a wide view of the Piedmont hills.
When we were there, there was a flea market, a flower market at the castle and a deposit of old Celts in front of the city wall.
The onward journey to Cherasco was initially on the same route as the approach to Saluzzo. The last kilometers before Cherasco a 10% gradient with tight bends still had to be overcome. The most beautiful there in Piedmont, Cherasco towers on a hilltop. There were already several mobile homes in the free parking lot (GPS: 44.648800,7.854980). You can't name it there, it's a beautiful old town with a castle, a city wall with an archway and offers a wide view of the Piedmont hills.
When we were there, there was a flea market, a flower market at the castle and a deposit of old Celts in front of the city wall.
After an extensive tour of Cherasco, the arrival at the La Morra parking lot (GPS: 44.637699,7.928440) was delayed. When approaching the square, we thought everything was reserved, there was a garden chair on each square. We first parked our mobile home in an adjoining free area. The owner pointed us to a place where there was a chair on which we could stand the night. We spent the rest of the evening at the mobile home.
Parking fees: € 10 / 24h
After an extensive tour of Cherasco, the arrival at the La Morra parking lot (GPS: 44.637699,7.928440) was delayed. When approaching the square, we thought everything was reserved, there was a garden chair on each square. We first parked our mobile home in an adjoining free area. The owner pointed us to a place where there was a chair on which we could stand the night. We spent the rest of the evening at the mobile home.
Parking fees: € 10 / 24h
We used the beautiful day for a hike from the pitch to Barolo.
First we visited the wine village of La Morra with a wonderful view towards the Maritime Alps with the summit of the Montivo. La Morra is one of the most important wine-growing communities in Piedmont. Many of the best wines in the Barolo region come from here. The place La Morra with the Belvedere on the Schloßplatz. The village has not only retained its charming medieval town center, but also offers a spectacular view from the top of the hill (513m above sea level). It goes without saying that we also took a small incline to enjoy this magnificent view. The parish church of San Martino was the first point of contact, past the Torre La Morra, with a total height of 31 meters. The main square is a wonderful piazza with a sensational panoramic terrace with a wonderful view of the valley and several wine villages. After an extensive tour we looked for the starting point, the hiking trail to Barolo, which I had saved on my mobile phone. During our sightseeing tour, a bike race moved through the town and the narrow thoroughfare could no longer be used. The hike ran on its own route, so to speak, through steep vineyards and small farms. Shortly before Barolo we came across our intended hiking trail which finally led us on a good path to Barolo. In Barolo we visited the castle, the "wine tasting tour" and a small market where local products were offered, including pickled truffles. For the way back to La Morra we chose a signposted hiking trail. In the early afternoon we were back from our tour and got ready to continue our journey to Turin.
We used the beautiful day for a hike from the pitch to Barolo.
First we visited the wine village of La Morra with a wonderful view towards the Maritime Alps with the summit of the Montivo. La Morra is one of the most important wine-growing communities in Piedmont. Many of the best wines in the Barolo region come from here. The place La Morra with the Belvedere on the Schloßplatz. The village has not only retained its charming medieval town center, but also offers a spectacular view from the top of the hill (513m above sea level). It goes without saying that we also took a small incline to enjoy this magnificent view. The parish church of San Martino was the first point of contact, past the Torre La Morra, with a total height of 31 meters. The main square is a wonderful piazza with a sensational panoramic terrace with a wonderful view of the valley and several wine villages. After an extensive tour we looked for the starting point, the hiking trail to Barolo, which I had saved on my mobile phone. During our sightseeing tour, a bike race moved through the town and the narrow thoroughfare could no longer be used. The hike ran on its own route, so to speak, through steep vineyards and small farms. Shortly before Barolo we came across our intended hiking trail which finally led us on a good path to Barolo. In Barolo we visited the castle, the "wine tasting tour" and a small market where local products were offered, including pickled truffles. For the way back to La Morra we chose a signposted hiking trail. In the early afternoon we were back from our tour and got ready to continue our journey to Turin.
We drove towards the city center, where there is a parking lot near the center. It was Sunday afternoon and the parking spaces we drove to were occupied. After a desperate search for a parking space, we found one at a large shopping center about 20 minutes from the center. I wasn't quite comfortable parking here, not far from our mobile home, gypsies were parked with a neglected motorhome without a license plate, with flat tires on the front wheel. They sat in a circle on the paved ground.
Turin is changing more and more from a gray industrial city to a dynamic metropolis that is home to history, art and culture. First we went to the main square of Turin, a large area around the Palazzo Madama and lined with the Palazzo Reale, the royal palace of the House of Savoy. We strolled past the theater - Teatro Regio - where opera performances take place. Via Garibaldi, Turin's most beautiful shopping street, which is the longest pedestrian zone in Europe.
We drove towards the city center, where there is a parking lot near the center. It was Sunday afternoon and the parking spaces we drove to were occupied. After a desperate search for a parking space, we found one at a large shopping center about 20 minutes from the center. I wasn't quite comfortable parking here, not far from our mobile home, gypsies were parked with a neglected motorhome without a license plate, with flat tires on the front wheel. They sat in a circle on the paved ground.
Turin is changing more and more from a gray industrial city to a dynamic metropolis that is home to history, art and culture. First we went to the main square of Turin, a large area around the Palazzo Madama and lined with the Palazzo Reale, the royal palace of the House of Savoy. We strolled past the theater - Teatro Regio - where opera performances take place. Via Garibaldi, Turin's most beautiful shopping street, which is the longest pedestrian zone in Europe.
After visiting Turin we drove to the parking lot San Michele. (GPS: 45.103001, 7.330320) We actually wanted to drive to the parking space, which was closed for inexplicable reasons. Not far away was a nice parking lot where we stayed for two nights. Without supply but free of charge. We refrained from visiting the site, the sun had already disappeared behind the mountains and we moved it to tomorrow with the hike connected.
After visiting Turin we drove to the parking lot San Michele. (GPS: 45.103001, 7.330320) We actually wanted to drive to the parking space, which was closed for inexplicable reasons. Not far away was a nice parking lot where we stayed for two nights. Without supply but free of charge. We refrained from visiting the site, the sun had already disappeared behind the mountains and we moved it to tomorrow with the hike connected.
A wonderful day began with sunshine and a beautiful mountain backdrop. We couldn't stay in bed any longer, we had to get out into nature. It was also the first time on our tour through Piedmont where we could have breakfast outside. Not because of the weather, no, the atmosphere on the previous pitches wasn't right.
On a hiking board at the parking lot we asked about the hiking trail we would like to go. We liked the path with the no. 4, it is a larger round and led to the monastery complex Chiusa di San Michele and the surrounding area. At the beginning of the tour we went through the village with its narrow streets and its church. At the church there was also the entrance to the path with the number 4, which went up steeply, serpentine-like. From the parking lot to the monastery you have to climb 600 m. The way was easy to walk we followed the signs "Chiusa di San Michele", the still leafless beech forest made it possible to see the nearby mountains opposite only the monastery complex remained hidden, the more beautiful it was when we reached the top, the mighty building in front to have us. This building, majestically situated on a rocky mountain above the Val di Sosa within sight of Turin and against the backdrop of the Alps, is one of the most impressive things you can visit in Italy. Grandiose architecture, a beautiful spiritual atmosphere in the church and the view of the valley and of the mountains make this hike an unforgettable experience. We could hardly part with the facility, we were always shown new insights. We had to go on, after all, we wanted to go the circular route and get to know the landscape. The landscape with the Susa valley is similar to the Adige valley near Bozen. The river, the villages, the orchards. It continued downhill and uphill. The circular route ran a lot in the beech forest, two smaller valleys on beautiful paths had to be crossed, whereby in the second valley we chose the descent towards the parking lot. It was a short shortcut and came back on circular route 4. The last part of the path, which was rocky and steep downhill, was difficult to walk. We were happy when we got back to the parking lot at the cemetery down in the village.
A wonderful day began with sunshine and a beautiful mountain backdrop. We couldn't stay in bed any longer, we had to get out into nature. It was also the first time on our tour through Piedmont where we could have breakfast outside. Not because of the weather, no, the atmosphere on the previous pitches wasn't right.
On a hiking board at the parking lot we asked about the hiking trail we would like to go. We liked the path with the no. 4, it is a larger round and led to the monastery complex Chiusa di San Michele and the surrounding area. At the beginning of the tour we went through the village with its narrow streets and its church. At the church there was also the entrance to the path with the number 4, which went up steeply, serpentine-like. From the parking lot to the monastery you have to climb 600 m. The way was easy to walk we followed the signs "Chiusa di San Michele", the still leafless beech forest made it possible to see the nearby mountains opposite only the monastery complex remained hidden, the more beautiful it was when we reached the top, the mighty building in front to have us. This building, majestically situated on a rocky mountain above the Val di Sosa within sight of Turin and against the backdrop of the Alps, is one of the most impressive things you can visit in Italy. Grandiose architecture, a beautiful spiritual atmosphere in the church and the view of the valley and of the mountains make this hike an unforgettable experience. We could hardly part with the facility, we were always shown new insights. We had to go on, after all, we wanted to go the circular route and get to know the landscape. The landscape with the Susa valley is similar to the Adige valley near Bozen. The river, the villages, the orchards. It continued downhill and uphill. The circular route ran a lot in the beech forest, two smaller valleys on beautiful paths had to be crossed, whereby in the second valley we chose the descent towards the parking lot. It was a short shortcut and came back on circular route 4. The last part of the path, which was rocky and steep downhill, was difficult to walk. We were happy when we got back to the parking lot at the cemetery down in the village.
The Piedmont city of Ivrea, a Roman foundation, is the gateway to the Valle d'Aosta. The townscape is dominated by the four-cornered 14th century castello. The Romanesque cathedral was built in the 10th century. has a classical facade. The church of San Bernhardino is located on the site of the former Olivetti typewriter factory. The Dora Balta River flows through the city.
The Piedmont city of Ivrea, a Roman foundation, is the gateway to the Valle d'Aosta. The townscape is dominated by the four-cornered 14th century castello. The Romanesque cathedral was built in the 10th century. has a classical facade. The church of San Bernhardino is located on the site of the former Olivetti typewriter factory. The Dora Balta River flows through the city.
Today we drive on our way to Biella over the Po, an imposing river and with 652 km also the longest in Italy. We parked in a large car park at the train station, a 30-minute walk to the center. By chance we passed the tourist information office, where we got a city map. The lady in the office was so nice and marked the way to the sights on the map. How could it be any different. it was noon again and the churches were closed. We had no choice but to look at the churches from the outside. Biella has a rich religious, cultural and artistic heritage. It is a country with a remarkable spirituality, as can be seen from the numerous places of worship such as the Marian Shrine of Oropa , one of the most important Marian shrines in Europe. Bielle is divided into two cores: Biella-Piazzo is the medieval village dominated by the magnificent Palazzo Cisterna and ancient churches. The cathedral is in Biella-Piano , the pre-Roman baptistery. The two parts of the city are connected by a cable car. Our city tour was limited to Biella piano.
Today we drive on our way to Biella over the Po, an imposing river and with 652 km also the longest in Italy. We parked in a large car park at the train station, a 30-minute walk to the center. By chance we passed the tourist information office, where we got a city map. The lady in the office was so nice and marked the way to the sights on the map. How could it be any different. it was noon again and the churches were closed. We had no choice but to look at the churches from the outside. Biella has a rich religious, cultural and artistic heritage. It is a country with a remarkable spirituality, as can be seen from the numerous places of worship such as the Marian Shrine of Oropa , one of the most important Marian shrines in Europe. Bielle is divided into two cores: Biella-Piazzo is the medieval village dominated by the magnificent Palazzo Cisterna and ancient churches. The cathedral is in Biella-Piano , the pre-Roman baptistery. The two parts of the city are connected by a cable car. Our city tour was limited to Biella piano.
Unser Ziel ist die Wallfahrtsstätte von Oropa, die wichtigste Wallfahrtskirche der Alpen, sie befindet sich in 1200 Metern Höhe und ist eng mit der Verehrung der Schwarzen Madonna verbunden.
Wir fanden Platz auf dem schöngelegenen Stellplatz mit Blick auf die Basilika und den Schneebedeckten Berge.
Der Sacro Monte besteht aus zwölf Kapellen, die dem Leben der Jungfrau gewidmet sind. Der ursprüngliche Entwurf umfasste einen Zyklus von zwanzig Kapellen, die eine umfangreiche erzählerische Darstellung von wichtigen Ereignissen aus dem Leben Marias bilden sollten. Beeindruckend ist der gute Zustand der Darstellungen in den Kapellen, geschaffen zwischen 1600 und 1640, sie waren immer verschlossen und können auch heute nur durch Gitter betrachtet werden.
Unser Ziel ist die Wallfahrtsstätte von Oropa, die wichtigste Wallfahrtskirche der Alpen, sie befindet sich in 1200 Metern Höhe und ist eng mit der Verehrung der Schwarzen Madonna verbunden.
Wir fanden Platz auf dem schöngelegenen Stellplatz mit Blick auf die Basilika und den Schneebedeckten Berge.
Der Sacro Monte besteht aus zwölf Kapellen, die dem Leben der Jungfrau gewidmet sind. Der ursprüngliche Entwurf umfasste einen Zyklus von zwanzig Kapellen, die eine umfangreiche erzählerische Darstellung von wichtigen Ereignissen aus dem Leben Marias bilden sollten. Beeindruckend ist der gute Zustand der Darstellungen in den Kapellen, geschaffen zwischen 1600 und 1640, sie waren immer verschlossen und können auch heute nur durch Gitter betrachtet werden.
The evening before our arrival it was already clear to us that we would go on a mountain tour the next day. Hikers passed the motorhome early in the morning and we didn't hesitate and after breakfast we also set out into the magnificent mountains. The evening before, we looked around for the hiking opportunities and hiking trails, so we chose the slope path to the Sport Oropa mountain station at 1900 meters. The path is not marked, we saw that several hikers followed this path so we decided to look at them. It was pretty steep and stony and from 1800 meters we had to cross one and the other snow field. We actually wanted to reach the 2000 limit, it was difficult to walk on the closed snowfield without hiking sticks, the risk of slipping was too great. We were amazed that quite a few skiers came down the mountain, they have to be able to ski well to avoid the visible rocks. There was a lot going on when we met the mountain station, large crowds of people who came up with the cable car enjoyed the wonderful mountain world with the magnificent view. For the descent we chose the marked mountain path (2 hours descent). The path was longer than the one on the ascent and you could clearly see the vegetation from the mountain station down to the valley. The mountain path was easy to walk on and also a lot.
When we arrived at the pilgrimage basilica Oropa, we couldn't miss a visit to the 12 chapels and paid a visit to them. We were disappointed that the inside of the chapels could only be seen through a close-meshed grid, the chapels were closed. We were also amazed that there was no properly laid-out footpath connecting the chapels. When I read the brochure with the chapels the night before, I thought it must be something worth seeing. The story of Mary is beautifully presented in the chapels in which you saw something, there were also chapels that were covered with tarpaulin due to renovation work.
After the disappointing Kapellenweg we then handed in the keys we received for the toilet and shower in the reception area of the pilgrimage site and set off on our way home towards San Berhardino, where we stayed again in the large car park.
The evening before our arrival it was already clear to us that we would go on a mountain tour the next day. Hikers passed the motorhome early in the morning and we didn't hesitate and after breakfast we also set out into the magnificent mountains. The evening before, we looked around for the hiking opportunities and hiking trails, so we chose the slope path to the Sport Oropa mountain station at 1900 meters. The path is not marked, we saw that several hikers followed this path so we decided to look at them. It was pretty steep and stony and from 1800 meters we had to cross one and the other snow field. We actually wanted to reach the 2000 limit, it was difficult to walk on the closed snowfield without hiking sticks, the risk of slipping was too great. We were amazed that quite a few skiers came down the mountain, they have to be able to ski well to avoid the visible rocks. There was a lot going on when we met the mountain station, large crowds of people who came up with the cable car enjoyed the wonderful mountain world with the magnificent view. For the descent we chose the marked mountain path (2 hours descent). The path was longer than the one on the ascent and you could clearly see the vegetation from the mountain station down to the valley. The mountain path was easy to walk on and also a lot.
When we arrived at the pilgrimage basilica Oropa, we couldn't miss a visit to the 12 chapels and paid a visit to them. We were disappointed that the inside of the chapels could only be seen through a close-meshed grid, the chapels were closed. We were also amazed that there was no properly laid-out footpath connecting the chapels. When I read the brochure with the chapels the night before, I thought it must be something worth seeing. The story of Mary is beautifully presented in the chapels in which you saw something, there were also chapels that were covered with tarpaulin due to renovation work.
After the disappointing Kapellenweg we then handed in the keys we received for the toilet and shower in the reception area of the pilgrimage site and set off on our way home towards San Berhardino, where we stayed again in the large car park.
Overnight on the San Berhardino
Overnight on the San Berhardino
We use the detour to Hundwil to visit our relatives.
Route
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Zu Fuß ging es ins Zentrum von Monza, mit dem Ziel den Dom zu besichtigen.
Auf dem Weg sahen wir die Kirche San Pietro die wir uns auch anschauen mussten.
Der Duomo trägt eine grün-weiß gebänderten Fassade mit reichem Dekor zur Schau. Leider sahen wir von der Fassade nur wenig, sie ist komplett eingerüstet. Das Innere ist Barock, doch die Cappella di Teodolinda zeigt spätgotische Fresken zur Vita der Langobardenkönigin Teodolinda, die Monza im 6. Jh. als Sommerresidenz nutzte. Ein Tabernakel umschließt die eiserne Krone der Langobarden, ihr innerer Ring war mal ein Nagel vom Kreuz Christi.
Wir bummelten durch imposante Gassen und Plätze, am Flussufer des Lambro entlang bis zur Kirche "Chiesa di S.Getado al Corpo". Es war um die Mittagszeit da sind in Italien die Kirchen geschlossen.
Auf dem Rückweg kamen wir an der Villa Reale di Monza vorbei, mit einer riesigen Parkanlage. Der Park von Monza ist einer der größten europäischen von einer Mauer umgebenen Parks, jedenfalls der größte in Italien. Die Königliche Villa (Villa Reale) ist ein in den Jahren 1777–1780 erbautes Schloss, das die Kaiserin Maria Theresia in Auftrag gegeben hat.
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Zur ersten Sehenswürdigkeit ist das Kastell angeradelt worden. Wir waren erstaunt das man mit den Räder bis zur obersten Aussichtsplattform gelangt, ohne Treppen. Oben ist die Aussicht grandios 360° Panorama.
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Diese Kirche hat uns sehr beeindruckt. Die Kuppel ist größte elliptische Kuppel der Welt und ist wunderschön bemalt. Das Heiligtum vieler Menschen ... ein imposantes Bauwerk, das vor über 300 Jahren errichtet wurde, eine elliptische Kuppel, die mit 77.000 Tonnen zu den größten der Welt zählt und nur von einigen Säulen getragen wird. 8 die in der Kuppel dargestellten Propheten, 64 Sterne mit 8 Punkten (Zahl, die im christlichen Projekt ständig wiederkehrt, Symbol der Vollkommenheit). Nach ausgiebiger Besichtigung spazierten wir noch durch Victoforte auf eine Anhöhe um die Seealpen zu sehen.
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Den schönen Tag nutzten wir für eine Wanderung vom Stellplatz aus nach Barolo.
Zuerst besichtigten wir den Weinort La Morra mit einem wunderbaren Blick Richtung Seealpen mit dem Gipel des Montivo. La Morra ist eine der bedeutendsten Weinbaugemeinden des Piemont. Von hier kommen viele der besten Weine der Region Barolo. Der Ort La Morra mit dem Belvedere am Schloßplatz. Das Örtchen hat nicht nur seinen reizenden mittelalterlichen Ortskern bewahrt, sondern bietet oben auf dem Hügel (513m ü.M.) eine spektakuläre Aussicht. Es versteht sich wohl von selbst, das auch wir eine kleine Steigung auf uns genommen haben um diese grandiose Aussicht zu genießen. Die Pfarrkirche San Martino, war die erste Anlaufstelle, vorbei amTorre La Morra, mit der Gesamthöhe von 31 Meter. Der Hauptplatz ein wunderbarer Piazza mit sensationeller Aussichtsterasse mit herrlichem Blick auf das Tal und mehrere Weindörfer. Nach ausgiebiger Besichtigung suchten wir den Ausgangspunkt, den Wanderweg nach Barolo, den ich auf dem Handy gespeichert hatte. Während unser Besichtigungstour hat sich ein Radrennen durch den Ort bewegt und die enge Durchgangsstraße konnte nicht mehr begangen werden. Die Wanderung verlief so zusagen auf eigene Routenführung, durch steile Weinberge und kleine Gehöfte. Kurz vor Barolo stießen wir auf unseren vorgesehen Wanderweg der uns zum Schluss auf gutem Weg nach Barolo führte. In Barolo besichtigten wir die Burg, die "Wein probier Tour"und einen kleinen Mark auf dem heimische Produkte angeboten wurden, darunter auch eingelegte Trüffel. Für den Rückweg nach La Morra wählten wir einen ausgeschilderten Wanderweg. Am frühen Nachmittag waren wir von unser Tour wieder zurück und machten uns fertig zur Weiterfahrt nach Turin.
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Ein herrlicher Tag begann mit Sonnenschein und mit wunderschöner Bergkulisse. Uns hielt es nicht länger in den Betten, wir mussten raus in die Natur. Es war auch das erste mal auf unserer Rundreise durch Piemont wo wir draußen frühstücken konnten. Nicht wegen des Wetters, nein die Atmosphäre auf den vorherigen Stellplätzen passte nicht.
Auf einer Wandertafel am Parkplatz erkundigten wir uns über den Wanderweg den wir gehen möchten. Der Weg mit der Nr. 4 gefiel uns, es ist eine größere Runde und führte zur Klosteranlage Chiusa di San Michele und der umliegender Gegend. Anfangs der Tour ging es durch das Dorf mit seinen engen Gassen und seiner Kirche. Bei der Kirche war auch der Einstieg auf den Weg mit der Nr.4 der gleich steil, serpentinenartig aufwärts ging. Vom Parkplatz bis zum Kloster müssen 600 Hm bestiegen werden. Der Weg war gut zu gehen wir folgten der Beschilderung "Chiusa di San Michele", der noch blätterlose Buchenwald ermöglichte die Sicht auf die nahen gegenüberliegende Berge nur die Klosteranlage blieb verborgen, um so schöner war es dann als wir oben ankamen, das mächtige Gebäude vor uns zu haben. Dieses Gebäude, majestätisch auf einem Felsberg über dem Val di Sosa in Sichtweite von Turin und vor der Kulisse der Alpen gelegen, gehört zum Beeindruckendsten, was man in Italien besichtigen kann. Grandiose Architektur, eine schöne spirituelle Atmosphäre in der Kirche und der Blick ins Tal und auf die Berge lassen diese Wanderung mit Sicherheit zu einem unvergesslichen Erlebnis werden. Wir konnten uns fast nicht trennen von der Anlage, es wurden immer uns immer neue Einblicke gezeigt. Wir mussten weitergehen, wir wollten schließlich den Rundweg gehen und die Landschaft kennen lernen. Die Landschaft mit dem Susatal ähnelt dem Etschtal bei Bozen. Der Fluss, die Dörfer, die Obstplantagen. Weiter ging es bergab und bergauf. Der Rundweg verlief viel im Buchenwald, zwei kleinere Täler auf schönen Pfaden mussten überquert werden, wobei wir beim zweiten Tal den Abstieg Richtung Parkplatz wählten. Er war eine kleine Abkürzung und kamen wieder auf den Rundweg Nr.4. Auf dem letzten Stück des Weges, der steinig und steil abwärts ging, war mühsam zu gehen. Wir waren froh als wir unten im Dorf beim Parkplatz am Friedhof wieder ankamen.
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Am Vorabend nach der Ankunft war es für uns schon klar das wir am nächsten Tag eine Bergtour unternehmen. Schon früh am Morgen kamen Wanderer am Wohnmobil vorbei und wir zögerten nicht lange und machten uns nach dem Frühstück ebenfalls auf in die grandiose Bergwelt. Wir haben uns am Vorabend nach den Wandermöglichkeiten und Wanderwege umgeschaut, so wählten wir den Pistenweg zur Bergstation Sport Oropa auf 1900 Meter. Der Weg ist nicht markiert wir sahen das mehrere Wander diesem Weg folgten so entschlossen wir uns denen an. Er war ziemlich steil und steinig und ab 1800 Meter mussten wir das eine und andere Schneefeld überqueren. Wir wollten eigentlich die 2000 Grenz erreichen, ohne Wanderstöcke war es schwierig auf dem geschlossenen Schneefeld zu gehen, die Rutschgefahr war zu groß. Wir waren erstaunt das noch etliche Skifahrer den Berg heruntergefahren kamen, die müssen gut fahren können um den sichtbaren Felsen auszuweichen. Beim Antreffen der Bergstation war viel los, große Menschenmengen die mit der Seilbahn hoch kamen genossen die herrliche Bergwelt mit der grandiosen Aussicht. Für den Abstieg wählten wir den markierten Bergsteig (2 Std. Abstieg). Der Weg war länger wie der beim Aufstieg und man konnte die Vegetation von der Bergstation bis ins Tal schön wahrnehmen. Der Bergpfad war gut begehbar und auch viel belaufen.
Bei der Wallfahrtsbasilika Oropa angekommen, konnten wir uns den Besuch der 12 Kapellen nicht entgehen lassen und statteten denen noch einen Besuch ab. Wir waren enttäuscht das das innere der Kapellen nur durch ein engmaschiges Gitter zu sehen war, die Kapellen waren geschlossen. Auch waren wir erstaunt das kein richtiger angelegter Fußweg die Kapellen mit einander verbindet. Als ich am Vorabend die Broschüre mit den Kapellen las, dachte ich, das muss was Sehenswertes sein. Die Geschichte Mariens ist wunderschön dargestellt in den Kapellen in denen man was sah, es gab auch Kapellen die waren wegen Renovationsarbeiten mit Planen verhängt.
Nach dem enttäuschenden Kapellenweg gaben wir anschließend den erhaltenen Schlüssel für die WC und Dusche in der Rezeption des Wallfahrtsorts ab und machten uns auf die Heimfahrt Richtung San Berhardino, wo wir wieder auf dem Großparkplatz übernachteten.
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Travelogue
When we got up the parking lot was empty and all the parked trucks were gone.
On the way to Como it rained, from then on the weather became more and more friendly. In order not to lose any time, we used the toll motorway to Monza.
The parking lot (GPS: 45.596834,9.2725) was easy to drive into. Parking fee 3.- €. all day. Not allowed to stay overnight.
Upon arrival, we set out for a city tour.
When we got up the parking lot was empty and all the parked trucks were gone.
On the way to Como it rained, from then on the weather became more and more friendly. In order not to lose any time, we used the toll motorway to Monza.
The parking lot (GPS: 45.596834,9.2725) was easy to drive into. Parking fee 3.- €. all day. Not allowed to stay overnight.
Upon arrival, we set out for a city tour.
We walked to the center of Monza, with the aim of visiting the cathedral.
On the way we saw the church of San Pietro which we also had to look at.
The Duomo sports a green and white banded facade with rich decor. Unfortunately we saw little of the facade, it is completely scaffolded. The interior is baroque, but the Cappella di Teodolinda shows late Gothic frescoes depicting the life of the Longobard queen Teodolinda, who used Monza as a summer residence in the 6th century. A tabernacle encloses the iron crown of the Lombards, their inner ring was once a nail from the cross of Christ.
We strolled through imposing streets and squares, along the banks of the Lambro to the church "Chiesa di S.Getado al Corpo". It was around noon when the churches in Italy are closed.
On the way back we passed the Villa Reale di Monza, with a huge park. Monza Park is one of the largest walled parks in Europe, at least the largest in Italy. The Royal Villa (Villa Reale) is a palace built between 1777–1780 and commissioned by Empress Maria Theresa.
We walked to the center of Monza, with the aim of visiting the cathedral.
On the way we saw the church of San Pietro which we also had to look at.
The Duomo sports a green and white banded facade with rich decor. Unfortunately we saw little of the facade, it is completely scaffolded. The interior is baroque, but the Cappella di Teodolinda shows late Gothic frescoes depicting the life of the Longobard queen Teodolinda, who used Monza as a summer residence in the 6th century. A tabernacle encloses the iron crown of the Lombards, their inner ring was once a nail from the cross of Christ.
We strolled through imposing streets and squares, along the banks of the Lambro to the church "Chiesa di S.Getado al Corpo". It was around noon when the churches in Italy are closed.
On the way back we passed the Villa Reale di Monza, with a huge park. Monza Park is one of the largest walled parks in Europe, at least the largest in Italy. The Royal Villa (Villa Reale) is a palace built between 1777–1780 and commissioned by Empress Maria Theresa.
Actually we wanted to visit the city of Pavia first, then drive to the parking space at the monastery and use it as an overnight stay. I had mixed up the coordinates for the navigation system and so we drove to the Certosa monastery as our next destination.
On arrival the pitch was almost empty. After the coffee break, we went to visit the monastery extensively. We also decided not to go any further to Pavia, but to spend the night on the pitch. Costs 16.- € with electricity / water and disposal.
The Certosa di Pavia is a monastery originally built for the Carthusian Order. The monastery is an extensive complex. In the small cloister next to the church, a terracotta statue crowns each column. Above are the arcades and towers of the church. The 23 monastery cells are grouped around the large cloister. They are arranged as identical houses around the large cloister. The monastery complex was built for 170 years. The magnificent facade of the monastery church "Madonna delle Grazie" is adorned with different colored marble, figures of saints, reliefs with biblical scenes.
Quiet place near the monastery. 16 euros per night is ok. There are toilets during the day and a small cafe on the square.
Actually we wanted to visit the city of Pavia first, then drive to the parking space at the monastery and use it as an overnight stay. I had mixed up the coordinates for the navigation system and so we drove to the Certosa monastery as our next destination.
On arrival the pitch was almost empty. After the coffee break, we went to visit the monastery extensively. We also decided not to go any further to Pavia, but to spend the night on the pitch. Costs 16.- € with electricity / water and disposal.
The Certosa di Pavia is a monastery originally built for the Carthusian Order. The monastery is an extensive complex. In the small cloister next to the church, a terracotta statue crowns each column. Above are the arcades and towers of the church. The 23 monastery cells are grouped around the large cloister. They are arranged as identical houses around the large cloister. The monastery complex was built for 170 years. The magnificent facade of the monastery church "Madonna delle Grazie" is adorned with different colored marble, figures of saints, reliefs with biblical scenes.
Quiet place near the monastery. 16 euros per night is ok. There are toilets during the day and a small cafe on the square.
Nach einer ruhigen Nacht, fuhren wir weiter nach Pavia. Der Stellplatz hatte sich über Nacht voll belegt, es parkten weitere Wohnmobile am angrenzenden Parkplatz.
Der Parkplatz in Pavia war sehr gut anzufahren und überraschend ziemlich leer. (Parkplatz: GPS: 45.195770 9.152962 ) Wir waren erstaunt, dass an einem Werktag kein Stadtverkehr vorlag. Bei dem Stadtrundgang fiel uns auf des in Italien ein Feiertag war.
Die erste Sehenswürdigkeit war das Visconti Kastell, eine viereckige Backsteinburg. Durch Zufall kamen wir zu den Geschlechtertürme hinter der Universität. Von den ehemals 200 Türme stehen nur noch drei Geschlechtertürme der freien Stadtrepublick des 12./13. Jh. Im weiteren Stadtrundgang suchten wir den Dom von Pavia der aus dem 15.Jh. stammt. Den Dom krönt eine mächtige Kuppel. Pavias Dom ist ein imposantes Bauwerk mit dem Grundriss in der Form eines griechischen Kreuzes. Wir machten noch einen Abstecher zum Fluß "Ticino" über den die Ponte Coperto die beiden Stadtteile verbindet. Eine friedliche Demo zog über die Brücke angeführt von einer Musikkapelle.
Nach einer ruhigen Nacht, fuhren wir weiter nach Pavia. Der Stellplatz hatte sich über Nacht voll belegt, es parkten weitere Wohnmobile am angrenzenden Parkplatz.
Der Parkplatz in Pavia war sehr gut anzufahren und überraschend ziemlich leer. (Parkplatz: GPS: 45.195770 9.152962 ) Wir waren erstaunt, dass an einem Werktag kein Stadtverkehr vorlag. Bei dem Stadtrundgang fiel uns auf des in Italien ein Feiertag war.
Die erste Sehenswürdigkeit war das Visconti Kastell, eine viereckige Backsteinburg. Durch Zufall kamen wir zu den Geschlechtertürme hinter der Universität. Von den ehemals 200 Türme stehen nur noch drei Geschlechtertürme der freien Stadtrepublick des 12./13. Jh. Im weiteren Stadtrundgang suchten wir den Dom von Pavia der aus dem 15.Jh. stammt. Den Dom krönt eine mächtige Kuppel. Pavias Dom ist ein imposantes Bauwerk mit dem Grundriss in der Form eines griechischen Kreuzes. Wir machten noch einen Abstecher zum Fluß "Ticino" über den die Ponte Coperto die beiden Stadtteile verbindet. Eine friedliche Demo zog über die Brücke angeführt von einer Musikkapelle.
It was worth taking the detour to Casale Monferrato. Unfortunately, the outside of the cathedral was scaffolded and encased, but the inside of the cathedral is worth seeing. The cathedral surprises with a great vestibule that is unique in size. The wooden cross is platinum-plated with silver and comes from the Rhineland. We were very enthusiastic about this church, as well as the entire old town of this fantastic city.
Parking lot GPS: 45.136880,8.446998 (free)
It was worth taking the detour to Casale Monferrato. Unfortunately, the outside of the cathedral was scaffolded and encased, but the inside of the cathedral is worth seeing. The cathedral surprises with a great vestibule that is unique in size. The wooden cross is platinum-plated with silver and comes from the Rhineland. We were very enthusiastic about this church, as well as the entire old town of this fantastic city.
Parking lot GPS: 45.136880,8.446998 (free)
The next stage on our round trip through Piedmont is Asti.
The city tour began at Campo del Palio. The spacious place is used for. Z. as a parking lot, ( GPS: 44.897301,8.210690) which will be transformed into the venue of the Palio in September. Past the “most important” building - the tax office, we first went through wonderful arcades to the church of San Secondo, which was consecrated to the eponymous saint, the patron saint of Asti, and is said to have been built on the spot where he was martyred in 119. We strolled through narrow streets and came to the Torre Comentina from the 13th century, one of the 12 remaining towers of the 125 that were occupied for the city in 1682. Torre Romana, a tower from the 1st century BC Chr .; it is the only significant testimony from Roman times. We also visited some remains of the medieval city wall in front of the baroque church of Santa Caterlina. We make our way to the cathedral, which is affectionately called the Rebstock Cathedral. The cathedral (cathedral) - Santa Maria Assunta - is the largest church complex in Piedmont and was built from 1309 to 1354. Stylized vine leaves surround the high pillars on which the three-aisled Gothic step hall rests. That we weren't the only Germans in Asti could be heard from the tour groups that were led through Asti. So we also got something historical during visits.
The next stage on our round trip through Piedmont is Asti.
The city tour began at Campo del Palio. The spacious place is used for. Z. as a parking lot, ( GPS: 44.897301,8.210690) which will be transformed into the venue of the Palio in September. Past the “most important” building - the tax office, we first went through wonderful arcades to the church of San Secondo, which was consecrated to the eponymous saint, the patron saint of Asti, and is said to have been built on the spot where he was martyred in 119. We strolled through narrow streets and came to the Torre Comentina from the 13th century, one of the 12 remaining towers of the 125 that were occupied for the city in 1682. Torre Romana, a tower from the 1st century BC Chr .; it is the only significant testimony from Roman times. We also visited some remains of the medieval city wall in front of the baroque church of Santa Caterlina. We make our way to the cathedral, which is affectionately called the Rebstock Cathedral. The cathedral (cathedral) - Santa Maria Assunta - is the largest church complex in Piedmont and was built from 1309 to 1354. Stylized vine leaves surround the high pillars on which the three-aisled Gothic step hall rests. That we weren't the only Germans in Asti could be heard from the tour groups that were led through Asti. So we also got something historical during visits.
The last destination of today was the parking space ( GPS: 44.665401,8.472350) in Acqui Therme. The journey led across the hilly landscape of Asti, and when we got there it was almost full, only a few places were free. We parked next to a German camper that we could plug in our power cord. The power sockets on the square were all occupied by other campers. We didn't arrive until 6:30 p.m., after dinner we walked into the center of town. As soon as we arrived we saw that a festival was being held in the old town that we wanted to visit. It was no longer worth it, some stalls were already cleaning up. On this walk we got to know the city with its many old buildings, alleys and fountains. We did not find the hot spring from which the water comes out of the ground at around 73 ° C.
The last destination of today was the parking space ( GPS: 44.665401,8.472350) in Acqui Therme. The journey led across the hilly landscape of Asti, and when we got there it was almost full, only a few places were free. We parked next to a German camper that we could plug in our power cord. The power sockets on the square were all occupied by other campers. We didn't arrive until 6:30 p.m., after dinner we walked into the center of town. As soon as we arrived we saw that a festival was being held in the old town that we wanted to visit. It was no longer worth it, some stalls were already cleaning up. On this walk we got to know the city with its many old buildings, alleys and fountains. We did not find the hot spring from which the water comes out of the ground at around 73 ° C.
Today it started early, our destination is Savona, the city on the Ligurian Riviera. We are leaving Piedmont for one day. For the outward journey, we chose thoroughfares free of charge. In retrospect, we regretted it, potholes, curvy, narrow places where no two cars can pass each other.
GPS: 44.278198,8.441010
Not many people consider Savona a tourist destination, but even if you look closely, the city on the Ligurian Riviera offers much more than just a large and important port. The history and natural beauties do not disappoint, thanks also to the European Blue Flag recognition for the beaches that are among the best in Italy. The medieval center develops not far from the harbor and finds its main attraction in the Finess of Primar, south of the old dock, a 16th century fortress overlooking the sea. Then there are a number of towers along the streets, the most interesting of which are the 15th century Torretta, the Torre del Brandale, the Torre dei Corsi or the Torre Pancalda. Savona is also home to its own Sistine Chapel, built in honor of Pope Sixtus. It is adjacent to the Assumption Cathedral, which is famous for its beautiful neo-baroque facade, the wooden choir and the sacred works of art stored in it.
Today it started early, our destination is Savona, the city on the Ligurian Riviera. We are leaving Piedmont for one day. For the outward journey, we chose thoroughfares free of charge. In retrospect, we regretted it, potholes, curvy, narrow places where no two cars can pass each other.
GPS: 44.278198,8.441010
Not many people consider Savona a tourist destination, but even if you look closely, the city on the Ligurian Riviera offers much more than just a large and important port. The history and natural beauties do not disappoint, thanks also to the European Blue Flag recognition for the beaches that are among the best in Italy. The medieval center develops not far from the harbor and finds its main attraction in the Finess of Primar, south of the old dock, a 16th century fortress overlooking the sea. Then there are a number of towers along the streets, the most interesting of which are the 15th century Torretta, the Torre del Brandale, the Torre dei Corsi or the Torre Pancalda. Savona is also home to its own Sistine Chapel, built in honor of Pope Sixtus. It is adjacent to the Assumption Cathedral, which is famous for its beautiful neo-baroque facade, the wooden choir and the sacred works of art stored in it.
Cycling tour:
Upon arrival we got our bikes out of the garage and got ready for the bike tour. At first we drove on a nice bike path from the pitch, along the beach promenade, towards the center of Savona. Through the center it was a bit annoying with the heavy traffic, no precise route guidance until we came across a sign that showed the direction to the place of pilgrimage. From then on it was always uphill to the Sanctuary. When leaving, we hadn't considered that we would arrive at the church at lunchtime and that it could be closed then. And so it was, the doors were locked before our eyes. The sanctuary of the Blessed Virgin Mary, about 6 kilometers from the city, was built around the church that appeared in 1536 on the site of the apparition of Our Lady to Blessed Antonio Botta. The three-door baroque facade with three niches in which there are the statues of St. John the Baptist, St. John the Apostle and the Evangelist and the Virgin. We took a closer look at the facade and cycled back to Savona.
Cycling tour:
Upon arrival we got our bikes out of the garage and got ready for the bike tour. At first we drove on a nice bike path from the pitch, along the beach promenade, towards the center of Savona. Through the center it was a bit annoying with the heavy traffic, no precise route guidance until we came across a sign that showed the direction to the place of pilgrimage. From then on it was always uphill to the Sanctuary. When leaving, we hadn't considered that we would arrive at the church at lunchtime and that it could be closed then. And so it was, the doors were locked before our eyes. The sanctuary of the Blessed Virgin Mary, about 6 kilometers from the city, was built around the church that appeared in 1536 on the site of the apparition of Our Lady to Blessed Antonio Botta. The three-door baroque facade with three niches in which there are the statues of St. John the Baptist, St. John the Apostle and the Evangelist and the Virgin. We took a closer look at the facade and cycled back to Savona.
The fort was cycled to the first sight. We were amazed that you can get to the top viewing platform with the bikes without stairs. Above is the magnificent 360 ° panorama.
The fort was cycled to the first sight. We were amazed that you can get to the top viewing platform with the bikes without stairs. Above is the magnificent 360 ° panorama.
Back at the pitch there was a coffee break before we went on a little walk on the beach. The sea had high waves, the temperature was 16 ° C
In the evening there was a thunderstorm with hail, the grains were the size of a fingernail.
Back at the pitch there was a coffee break before we went on a little walk on the beach. The sea had high waves, the temperature was 16 ° C
In the evening there was a thunderstorm with hail, the grains were the size of a fingernail.
Today it was difficult for us to decide whether we should continue or spend another day at the sea. The decision to continue driving was the right one, we had seen the city and the sights, the wind couldn't swim and the water was too cool, the only thing that would have been remembered was the water and the sunny day. We didn't miss out on a short visit to the beach before heading back to the Piedmont region. We had chosen the Vicoforte pilgrimage church as the first destination for the day. This time we chose the motorway for the route, which brought us a time reduction of over an hour. On the drive we noticed that the landscape can be seen just as well as on the SS roads. I only knew the place of pilgrimage Vicoforte from the travel guide and what we encountered here exceeded everything we had read. Just looking at the approach made us curious.
Today it was difficult for us to decide whether we should continue or spend another day at the sea. The decision to continue driving was the right one, we had seen the city and the sights, the wind couldn't swim and the water was too cool, the only thing that would have been remembered was the water and the sunny day. We didn't miss out on a short visit to the beach before heading back to the Piedmont region. We had chosen the Vicoforte pilgrimage church as the first destination for the day. This time we chose the motorway for the route, which brought us a time reduction of over an hour. On the drive we noticed that the landscape can be seen just as well as on the SS roads. I only knew the place of pilgrimage Vicoforte from the travel guide and what we encountered here exceeded everything we had read. Just looking at the approach made us curious.
We were very impressed by this church. The dome is the largest elliptical dome in the world and is beautifully painted. The sanctuary of many people ... an imposing structure that was erected over 300 years ago, an elliptical dome which, at 77,000 tons, is one of the largest in the world and is only supported by a few columns. 8 the prophets depicted in the dome, 64 stars with 8 points (number that keeps recurring in the Christian project, symbol of perfection). After an extensive tour we walked through Victoforte to a hill to see the Maritime Alps.
We were very impressed by this church. The dome is the largest elliptical dome in the world and is beautifully painted. The sanctuary of many people ... an imposing structure that was erected over 300 years ago, an elliptical dome which, at 77,000 tons, is one of the largest in the world and is only supported by a few columns. 8 the prophets depicted in the dome, 64 stars with 8 points (number that keeps recurring in the Christian project, symbol of perfection). After an extensive tour we walked through Victoforte to a hill to see the Maritime Alps.
Our next destination was Saluzzo, one of the most beautiful places in Piedmont. The GPS had first led us past the parking space, the parked mobile homes could be seen from the street. After turning, the navigation system led us over a roundabout to the parking space. (GPS: 44.637440,7.492572 free) We allowed ourselves a break before we went on an exploration tour. Old buildings line the narrow streets, and beyond the medieval roofs you can see green hills and the snow-capped peaks of the Alps. The city is divided into a lower modern part and the medieval-looking old town above on a Monviso foothill. At the end of the 16th century, Saluzzo was the center of a flourishing principality: today it is a bishopric. In the former fortifications high above you can visit several interesting churches, some of which are uniquely beautiful. You also have a wonderful overview of Saluzza, which is "at your feet". We strolled slowly downhill on poorly accessible cobblestone alleys and streets, only partially covered with narrow pavement slabs through the beautiful old town. In the more modern lower town, we paid a visit to the church of S. Giovanni from 1330 with the burial chapel of the Dukes of Saluzzo and cloister.
Parking: free
Our next destination was Saluzzo, one of the most beautiful places in Piedmont. The GPS had first led us past the parking space, the parked mobile homes could be seen from the street. After turning, the navigation system led us over a roundabout to the parking space. (GPS: 44.637440,7.492572 free) We allowed ourselves a break before we went on an exploration tour. Old buildings line the narrow streets, and beyond the medieval roofs you can see green hills and the snow-capped peaks of the Alps. The city is divided into a lower modern part and the medieval-looking old town above on a Monviso foothill. At the end of the 16th century, Saluzzo was the center of a flourishing principality: today it is a bishopric. In the former fortifications high above you can visit several interesting churches, some of which are uniquely beautiful. You also have a wonderful overview of Saluzza, which is "at your feet". We strolled slowly downhill on poorly accessible cobblestone alleys and streets, only partially covered with narrow pavement slabs through the beautiful old town. In the more modern lower town, we paid a visit to the church of S. Giovanni from 1330 with the burial chapel of the Dukes of Saluzzo and cloister.
Parking: free
The onward journey to Cherasco was initially on the same route as the approach to Saluzzo. The last kilometers before Cherasco a 10% gradient with tight bends still had to be overcome. The most beautiful there in Piedmont, Cherasco towers on a hilltop. There were already several mobile homes in the free parking lot (GPS: 44.648800,7.854980). You can't name it there, it's a beautiful old town with a castle, a city wall with an archway and offers a wide view of the Piedmont hills.
When we were there, there was a flea market, a flower market at the castle and a deposit of old Celts in front of the city wall.
The onward journey to Cherasco was initially on the same route as the approach to Saluzzo. The last kilometers before Cherasco a 10% gradient with tight bends still had to be overcome. The most beautiful there in Piedmont, Cherasco towers on a hilltop. There were already several mobile homes in the free parking lot (GPS: 44.648800,7.854980). You can't name it there, it's a beautiful old town with a castle, a city wall with an archway and offers a wide view of the Piedmont hills.
When we were there, there was a flea market, a flower market at the castle and a deposit of old Celts in front of the city wall.
After an extensive tour of Cherasco, the arrival at the La Morra parking lot (GPS: 44.637699,7.928440) was delayed. When approaching the square, we thought everything was reserved, there was a garden chair on each square. We first parked our mobile home in an adjoining free area. The owner pointed us to a place where there was a chair on which we could stand the night. We spent the rest of the evening at the mobile home.
Parking fees: € 10 / 24h
After an extensive tour of Cherasco, the arrival at the La Morra parking lot (GPS: 44.637699,7.928440) was delayed. When approaching the square, we thought everything was reserved, there was a garden chair on each square. We first parked our mobile home in an adjoining free area. The owner pointed us to a place where there was a chair on which we could stand the night. We spent the rest of the evening at the mobile home.
Parking fees: € 10 / 24h
We used the beautiful day for a hike from the pitch to Barolo.
First we visited the wine village of La Morra with a wonderful view towards the Maritime Alps with the summit of the Montivo. La Morra is one of the most important wine-growing communities in Piedmont. Many of the best wines in the Barolo region come from here. The place La Morra with the Belvedere on the Schloßplatz. The village has not only retained its charming medieval town center, but also offers a spectacular view from the top of the hill (513m above sea level). It goes without saying that we also took a small incline to enjoy this magnificent view. The parish church of San Martino was the first point of contact, past the Torre La Morra, with a total height of 31 meters. The main square is a wonderful piazza with a sensational panoramic terrace with a wonderful view of the valley and several wine villages. After an extensive tour we looked for the starting point, the hiking trail to Barolo, which I had saved on my mobile phone. During our sightseeing tour, a bike race moved through the town and the narrow thoroughfare could no longer be used. The hike ran on its own route, so to speak, through steep vineyards and small farms. Shortly before Barolo we came across our intended hiking trail which finally led us on a good path to Barolo. In Barolo we visited the castle, the "wine tasting tour" and a small market where local products were offered, including pickled truffles. For the way back to La Morra we chose a signposted hiking trail. In the early afternoon we were back from our tour and got ready to continue our journey to Turin.
We used the beautiful day for a hike from the pitch to Barolo.
First we visited the wine village of La Morra with a wonderful view towards the Maritime Alps with the summit of the Montivo. La Morra is one of the most important wine-growing communities in Piedmont. Many of the best wines in the Barolo region come from here. The place La Morra with the Belvedere on the Schloßplatz. The village has not only retained its charming medieval town center, but also offers a spectacular view from the top of the hill (513m above sea level). It goes without saying that we also took a small incline to enjoy this magnificent view. The parish church of San Martino was the first point of contact, past the Torre La Morra, with a total height of 31 meters. The main square is a wonderful piazza with a sensational panoramic terrace with a wonderful view of the valley and several wine villages. After an extensive tour we looked for the starting point, the hiking trail to Barolo, which I had saved on my mobile phone. During our sightseeing tour, a bike race moved through the town and the narrow thoroughfare could no longer be used. The hike ran on its own route, so to speak, through steep vineyards and small farms. Shortly before Barolo we came across our intended hiking trail which finally led us on a good path to Barolo. In Barolo we visited the castle, the "wine tasting tour" and a small market where local products were offered, including pickled truffles. For the way back to La Morra we chose a signposted hiking trail. In the early afternoon we were back from our tour and got ready to continue our journey to Turin.
We drove towards the city center, where there is a parking lot near the center. It was Sunday afternoon and the parking spaces we drove to were occupied. After a desperate search for a parking space, we found one at a large shopping center about 20 minutes from the center. I wasn't quite comfortable parking here, not far from our mobile home, gypsies were parked with a neglected motorhome without a license plate, with flat tires on the front wheel. They sat in a circle on the paved ground.
Turin is changing more and more from a gray industrial city to a dynamic metropolis that is home to history, art and culture. First we went to the main square of Turin, a large area around the Palazzo Madama and lined with the Palazzo Reale, the royal palace of the House of Savoy. We strolled past the theater - Teatro Regio - where opera performances take place. Via Garibaldi, Turin's most beautiful shopping street, which is the longest pedestrian zone in Europe.
We drove towards the city center, where there is a parking lot near the center. It was Sunday afternoon and the parking spaces we drove to were occupied. After a desperate search for a parking space, we found one at a large shopping center about 20 minutes from the center. I wasn't quite comfortable parking here, not far from our mobile home, gypsies were parked with a neglected motorhome without a license plate, with flat tires on the front wheel. They sat in a circle on the paved ground.
Turin is changing more and more from a gray industrial city to a dynamic metropolis that is home to history, art and culture. First we went to the main square of Turin, a large area around the Palazzo Madama and lined with the Palazzo Reale, the royal palace of the House of Savoy. We strolled past the theater - Teatro Regio - where opera performances take place. Via Garibaldi, Turin's most beautiful shopping street, which is the longest pedestrian zone in Europe.
After visiting Turin we drove to the parking lot San Michele. (GPS: 45.103001, 7.330320) We actually wanted to drive to the parking space, which was closed for inexplicable reasons. Not far away was a nice parking lot where we stayed for two nights. Without supply but free of charge. We refrained from visiting the site, the sun had already disappeared behind the mountains and we moved it to tomorrow with the hike connected.
After visiting Turin we drove to the parking lot San Michele. (GPS: 45.103001, 7.330320) We actually wanted to drive to the parking space, which was closed for inexplicable reasons. Not far away was a nice parking lot where we stayed for two nights. Without supply but free of charge. We refrained from visiting the site, the sun had already disappeared behind the mountains and we moved it to tomorrow with the hike connected.
A wonderful day began with sunshine and a beautiful mountain backdrop. We couldn't stay in bed any longer, we had to get out into nature. It was also the first time on our tour through Piedmont where we could have breakfast outside. Not because of the weather, no, the atmosphere on the previous pitches wasn't right.
On a hiking board at the parking lot we asked about the hiking trail we would like to go. We liked the path with the no. 4, it is a larger round and led to the monastery complex Chiusa di San Michele and the surrounding area. At the beginning of the tour we went through the village with its narrow streets and its church. At the church there was also the entrance to the path with the number 4, which went up steeply, serpentine-like. From the parking lot to the monastery you have to climb 600 m. The way was easy to walk we followed the signs "Chiusa di San Michele", the still leafless beech forest made it possible to see the nearby mountains opposite only the monastery complex remained hidden, the more beautiful it was when we reached the top, the mighty building in front to have us. This building, majestically situated on a rocky mountain above the Val di Sosa within sight of Turin and against the backdrop of the Alps, is one of the most impressive things you can visit in Italy. Grandiose architecture, a beautiful spiritual atmosphere in the church and the view of the valley and of the mountains make this hike an unforgettable experience. We could hardly part with the facility, we were always shown new insights. We had to go on, after all, we wanted to go the circular route and get to know the landscape. The landscape with the Susa valley is similar to the Adige valley near Bozen. The river, the villages, the orchards. It continued downhill and uphill. The circular route ran a lot in the beech forest, two smaller valleys on beautiful paths had to be crossed, whereby in the second valley we chose the descent towards the parking lot. It was a short shortcut and came back on circular route 4. The last part of the path, which was rocky and steep downhill, was difficult to walk. We were happy when we got back to the parking lot at the cemetery down in the village.
A wonderful day began with sunshine and a beautiful mountain backdrop. We couldn't stay in bed any longer, we had to get out into nature. It was also the first time on our tour through Piedmont where we could have breakfast outside. Not because of the weather, no, the atmosphere on the previous pitches wasn't right.
On a hiking board at the parking lot we asked about the hiking trail we would like to go. We liked the path with the no. 4, it is a larger round and led to the monastery complex Chiusa di San Michele and the surrounding area. At the beginning of the tour we went through the village with its narrow streets and its church. At the church there was also the entrance to the path with the number 4, which went up steeply, serpentine-like. From the parking lot to the monastery you have to climb 600 m. The way was easy to walk we followed the signs "Chiusa di San Michele", the still leafless beech forest made it possible to see the nearby mountains opposite only the monastery complex remained hidden, the more beautiful it was when we reached the top, the mighty building in front to have us. This building, majestically situated on a rocky mountain above the Val di Sosa within sight of Turin and against the backdrop of the Alps, is one of the most impressive things you can visit in Italy. Grandiose architecture, a beautiful spiritual atmosphere in the church and the view of the valley and of the mountains make this hike an unforgettable experience. We could hardly part with the facility, we were always shown new insights. We had to go on, after all, we wanted to go the circular route and get to know the landscape. The landscape with the Susa valley is similar to the Adige valley near Bozen. The river, the villages, the orchards. It continued downhill and uphill. The circular route ran a lot in the beech forest, two smaller valleys on beautiful paths had to be crossed, whereby in the second valley we chose the descent towards the parking lot. It was a short shortcut and came back on circular route 4. The last part of the path, which was rocky and steep downhill, was difficult to walk. We were happy when we got back to the parking lot at the cemetery down in the village.
The Piedmont city of Ivrea, a Roman foundation, is the gateway to the Valle d'Aosta. The townscape is dominated by the four-cornered 14th century castello. The Romanesque cathedral was built in the 10th century. has a classical facade. The church of San Bernhardino is located on the site of the former Olivetti typewriter factory. The Dora Balta River flows through the city.
The Piedmont city of Ivrea, a Roman foundation, is the gateway to the Valle d'Aosta. The townscape is dominated by the four-cornered 14th century castello. The Romanesque cathedral was built in the 10th century. has a classical facade. The church of San Bernhardino is located on the site of the former Olivetti typewriter factory. The Dora Balta River flows through the city.
Today we drive on our way to Biella over the Po, an imposing river and with 652 km also the longest in Italy. We parked in a large car park at the train station, a 30-minute walk to the center. By chance we passed the tourist information office, where we got a city map. The lady in the office was so nice and marked the way to the sights on the map. How could it be any different. it was noon again and the churches were closed. We had no choice but to look at the churches from the outside. Biella has a rich religious, cultural and artistic heritage. It is a country with a remarkable spirituality, as can be seen from the numerous places of worship such as the Marian Shrine of Oropa , one of the most important Marian shrines in Europe. Bielle is divided into two cores: Biella-Piazzo is the medieval village dominated by the magnificent Palazzo Cisterna and ancient churches. The cathedral is in Biella-Piano , the pre-Roman baptistery. The two parts of the city are connected by a cable car. Our city tour was limited to Biella piano.
Today we drive on our way to Biella over the Po, an imposing river and with 652 km also the longest in Italy. We parked in a large car park at the train station, a 30-minute walk to the center. By chance we passed the tourist information office, where we got a city map. The lady in the office was so nice and marked the way to the sights on the map. How could it be any different. it was noon again and the churches were closed. We had no choice but to look at the churches from the outside. Biella has a rich religious, cultural and artistic heritage. It is a country with a remarkable spirituality, as can be seen from the numerous places of worship such as the Marian Shrine of Oropa , one of the most important Marian shrines in Europe. Bielle is divided into two cores: Biella-Piazzo is the medieval village dominated by the magnificent Palazzo Cisterna and ancient churches. The cathedral is in Biella-Piano , the pre-Roman baptistery. The two parts of the city are connected by a cable car. Our city tour was limited to Biella piano.
Unser Ziel ist die Wallfahrtsstätte von Oropa, die wichtigste Wallfahrtskirche der Alpen, sie befindet sich in 1200 Metern Höhe und ist eng mit der Verehrung der Schwarzen Madonna verbunden.
Wir fanden Platz auf dem schöngelegenen Stellplatz mit Blick auf die Basilika und den Schneebedeckten Berge.
Der Sacro Monte besteht aus zwölf Kapellen, die dem Leben der Jungfrau gewidmet sind. Der ursprüngliche Entwurf umfasste einen Zyklus von zwanzig Kapellen, die eine umfangreiche erzählerische Darstellung von wichtigen Ereignissen aus dem Leben Marias bilden sollten. Beeindruckend ist der gute Zustand der Darstellungen in den Kapellen, geschaffen zwischen 1600 und 1640, sie waren immer verschlossen und können auch heute nur durch Gitter betrachtet werden.
Unser Ziel ist die Wallfahrtsstätte von Oropa, die wichtigste Wallfahrtskirche der Alpen, sie befindet sich in 1200 Metern Höhe und ist eng mit der Verehrung der Schwarzen Madonna verbunden.
Wir fanden Platz auf dem schöngelegenen Stellplatz mit Blick auf die Basilika und den Schneebedeckten Berge.
Der Sacro Monte besteht aus zwölf Kapellen, die dem Leben der Jungfrau gewidmet sind. Der ursprüngliche Entwurf umfasste einen Zyklus von zwanzig Kapellen, die eine umfangreiche erzählerische Darstellung von wichtigen Ereignissen aus dem Leben Marias bilden sollten. Beeindruckend ist der gute Zustand der Darstellungen in den Kapellen, geschaffen zwischen 1600 und 1640, sie waren immer verschlossen und können auch heute nur durch Gitter betrachtet werden.
The evening before our arrival it was already clear to us that we would go on a mountain tour the next day. Hikers passed the motorhome early in the morning and we didn't hesitate and after breakfast we also set out into the magnificent mountains. The evening before, we looked around for the hiking opportunities and hiking trails, so we chose the slope path to the Sport Oropa mountain station at 1900 meters. The path is not marked, we saw that several hikers followed this path so we decided to look at them. It was pretty steep and stony and from 1800 meters we had to cross one and the other snow field. We actually wanted to reach the 2000 limit, it was difficult to walk on the closed snowfield without hiking sticks, the risk of slipping was too great. We were amazed that quite a few skiers came down the mountain, they have to be able to ski well to avoid the visible rocks. There was a lot going on when we met the mountain station, large crowds of people who came up with the cable car enjoyed the wonderful mountain world with the magnificent view. For the descent we chose the marked mountain path (2 hours descent). The path was longer than the one on the ascent and you could clearly see the vegetation from the mountain station down to the valley. The mountain path was easy to walk on and also a lot.
When we arrived at the pilgrimage basilica Oropa, we couldn't miss a visit to the 12 chapels and paid a visit to them. We were disappointed that the inside of the chapels could only be seen through a close-meshed grid, the chapels were closed. We were also amazed that there was no properly laid-out footpath connecting the chapels. When I read the brochure with the chapels the night before, I thought it must be something worth seeing. The story of Mary is beautifully presented in the chapels in which you saw something, there were also chapels that were covered with tarpaulin due to renovation work.
After the disappointing Kapellenweg we then handed in the keys we received for the toilet and shower in the reception area of the pilgrimage site and set off on our way home towards San Berhardino, where we stayed again in the large car park.
The evening before our arrival it was already clear to us that we would go on a mountain tour the next day. Hikers passed the motorhome early in the morning and we didn't hesitate and after breakfast we also set out into the magnificent mountains. The evening before, we looked around for the hiking opportunities and hiking trails, so we chose the slope path to the Sport Oropa mountain station at 1900 meters. The path is not marked, we saw that several hikers followed this path so we decided to look at them. It was pretty steep and stony and from 1800 meters we had to cross one and the other snow field. We actually wanted to reach the 2000 limit, it was difficult to walk on the closed snowfield without hiking sticks, the risk of slipping was too great. We were amazed that quite a few skiers came down the mountain, they have to be able to ski well to avoid the visible rocks. There was a lot going on when we met the mountain station, large crowds of people who came up with the cable car enjoyed the wonderful mountain world with the magnificent view. For the descent we chose the marked mountain path (2 hours descent). The path was longer than the one on the ascent and you could clearly see the vegetation from the mountain station down to the valley. The mountain path was easy to walk on and also a lot.
When we arrived at the pilgrimage basilica Oropa, we couldn't miss a visit to the 12 chapels and paid a visit to them. We were disappointed that the inside of the chapels could only be seen through a close-meshed grid, the chapels were closed. We were also amazed that there was no properly laid-out footpath connecting the chapels. When I read the brochure with the chapels the night before, I thought it must be something worth seeing. The story of Mary is beautifully presented in the chapels in which you saw something, there were also chapels that were covered with tarpaulin due to renovation work.
After the disappointing Kapellenweg we then handed in the keys we received for the toilet and shower in the reception area of the pilgrimage site and set off on our way home towards San Berhardino, where we stayed again in the large car park.
Overnight on the San Berhardino
Overnight on the San Berhardino
We use the detour to Hundwil to visit our relatives.
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Werde meine Reiseplanung ins Piemont noch einmal überprüfen und einige Orte einfügen.
Vielen Dank für die gute Beschreibung und die Bilder.
Eine sehr informative Beschreibung mit tollen Bildern und Informationen zu den besuchten Orten und Stell- u. Parkplätzen. Danke und weiterhin Gute Fahrt.