Holiday apartment in Airasca: history, cycle path and springs
Accommodation in Airasca
Holiday apartment in Airasca: plains, springs and history
Airasca is located in a vast, flat area with numerous springs. The extensive plain shapes the landscape and makes the town interesting for a variety of day plans: When choosing a holiday apartment in Airasca, you can combine culture, cycling, nature observation and regional culinary experiences at your preferred pace.
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Churches and places of remembrance
The Chiesa dello Spirito Santo dates from the first half of the 18th century and is a testament to Piedmontese architecture. The parish church of San Bartolomeo is a Baroque church built in the late 17th century. The Chiesa dello Spirito Santo dates from a later period than the parish church of San Bartolomeo, built in the late 17th century. Together, the two buildings give the town’s history a tangible shape and provide a cultural focus alongside more active pursuits.
The Castello della Marsaglia offers a special combination of architecture and history. It is a typical agricultural manor house of the Piedmontese plain and lies four kilometres from the centre of Airasca. The castle is associated with the 1693 battle between Piedmontese troops under Vittorio Amedeo and French troops under Catinat. Thus, alongside its architecture, it has a clear historical significance.
The Cappella Navone is dedicated to the Madonna di Loreto. The inhabitants of Airasca call the Madonna “Madona degli autin”; farmers in particular regard her as the patron saint of their fields and harvests. The chapel has been documented since 1797 and was built as an ex voto. Processions from the church of San Bartolomeo to the Cappella Navone are recorded for the 1950s and 1960s, with prayers, a Mass and the blessing of the fields.
Cycle path across the plain
The Via delle Risorgive is a cycle path that connects Airasca with Moretta via Scalenghe, Cercenasco, Vigone and Villafranca Piemonte. It is part of the EuroVelo 8 route. The cycle route between Airasca and Moretta begins in Airasca; before setting off, a short detour to the parish church of San Bartolomeo with its Romanesque bell tower is recommended. This combines an active day with a historical start.
Nature and local specialities
In earlier times, the area of Airasca was included in the “Royal Hunting Reserve”. A flowering area for pollinators was created at the corner of Via Stazione and Via Valdo Fusi. The food tradition is also firmly rooted locally: Caseificio Brussino Francesco has been operating in Airasca since 1909. The business specialises in producing traditionally handcrafted butter and processes raw butter made exclusively from centrifuged cream by hand. The Airasca Foma Festa is a recurring local festival; the municipality announced a third edition in 2025 and a winter edition in 2026. During your stay in a holiday apartment in Airasca, these themes can be combined into your preferred mix of history, activity, nature and regional flavour.
Further destinations: San Gillio, Carignano, Fiano, San Giuseppe, Bibiana, Dubbione Di Pinasca, Borgone Susa, Robassomero
For the higher-level travel overview: Turin.
