Tiny village, spectacular view
On the border between the Langhe and Monferrato, Trezzo Tinella, a tiny village set among the woods, is guardian of one of the most spectacular views in the entire territory. From Boscasso you have the impression of being on “top of the world“, where the scenic amphitheatre of the mountain chain that runs between Valle d’Aosta and Liguria is balanced by the images of infinite small villages that appear on the plateau. Here the Langa woman and her role in the history of these villages are honoured with a monument, located in Piansarìn, which is much loved by the inhabitants of the Langhe. Points of interest in the village are the Parish of Sant’Antonio Abate, a typical Piemontese neoclassic construction with barrel vault, and the Chapel of Sant’Anna ai Fiori.
On the road between Alps and hills
Rural traditions and commercial needs gave rise to figures that became legendary: they crossed these hills for decades, going from farmhouse to farmhouse and bringing goods and news from other towns. The cadreghé (carpenters who made chairs) and the cartunè (carters) increased trade and legends: the art of storytelling was very important for the evening entertainment, and the farmhouses turned into improvised theatres after sunset, where people acted and invented their life.
Suggested Walk
Tap the markers on the map to know the location of the village’s buildings and special places. To learn more about their origins and to visit them have a look at the itinerary description. The letters will help you find the correspondences between the marker and the building.
Itinerary Description
Useful information
Town Hall contacts
Telephone 0173 630102
www.comune.trezzotinella.cn.it
Camper area
Piazzola turistica Donna di Langa, loc. Langa
Lay-by
Loc. Boscasso
Marked trails
Grande Traversata delle Langhe (www.visitlmr.it), Sentiero delle sorgenti del Tinella (link)
Events
Festa patronale di Sant’Antonio (17th January); Festa di San Giovanni e Corpus Domini (June); Festa della Madonna del Carmine (July)
How to reach the viewpoint
Google Maps
Warning: the last stretch of Via Beppe Fenoglio is not marked in Google Maps as it is pedestrian.