Discover Alpignano: Dora, culture and the Ciclovia Francigena
Accommodation in Alpignano
Alpignano combines riverside nature, historic culture and a strong cycling perspective. Bosco del Ghiaro, the sites associated with Alessandro Cruto, the Palio dij Cossot and the Ciclovia Francigena provide different focal points for your stay.
Bosco del Ghiaro on the Dora Riparia
Bosco del Ghiaro covers 38,891 square metres on the right bank of the Dora Riparia, above the settlement of Alpignano. Its location connects the river area with the transition to the settlement, making the area a distinctive natural landmark of the town.
Bosco del Ghiaro can be explored via an unpaved path, a riverside path along the Dora and other routes. Two pedestrian access points are available for orientation: one runs along the Dora from the town centre, while the other leads via Via Chiri. This allows you to combine a stay in Alpignano with walks and different route options.
Culture and history in Alpignano
The Church of San Martino Vescovo di Tours in Alpignano was built in 1695. Santa Maria del Ponte is the ninth stop on the “Torino e bassa Val Susa” travel route and dates predominantly from the 12th century. Both sites offer different historical points of interest.
The Palio dij Cossot includes a historical procession and the characteristic Palio race. The Palio dij Cossot reached its 25th edition. The procession and the race give the local culture a particularly vivid, community-oriented dimension.
The Ecomuseo Sogno di Luce is dedicated to Alessandro Cruto and the discovery of the carbon filament for the electric light bulb. This creates another cultural focus on the connection between an individual, invention and the history of technology.
The Opificio built by Alessandro Cruto began international production of electric lamps in 1886 using the patented Cruto carbon filament. Together with the ecomuseum, it provides a concrete insight into a subject that extends beyond simply visiting local sights.
Cycling through the landscape
The Ciclovia Francigena begins at Alpignano railway station. From Alpignano, it runs through the plain of Caselette and Almese, across cultivated fields and broad expanses of grassland. It connects white roads with specially constructed sections along the banks of the Dora.
For planning your days, the cycle route therefore offers a change between areas close to town, open landscapes and riverside sections. In Alpignano, nature and cultural interests can be combined in different ways, without every day having to follow the same focus.
Choosing a holiday apartment in Alpignano to suit your experiences
When choosing a holiday apartment in Alpignano, it is worth deciding on the focus you want for your stay. Bosco del Ghiaro is ideal for walks and observing nature, while the Church of San Martino Vescovo di Tours, Santa Maria del Ponte, the Palio dij Cossot and the sites associated with Alessandro Cruto offer opportunities for cultural and historical discoveries. Those travelling by bicycle can include the location of the Ciclovia Francigena in their personal planning. For families, the combination of nature, culture and cycling experiences provides a varied basis for their holiday days.
More places for planning your trip: Cesana Torinese, Bricherasio, Campiglia Soana, Salassa, Volpiano, Moriondo Torinese, Sangano and Caprie.
For the higher-level travel overview: Turin.
