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Walking in the Snow

In Piemonte once we had spring time in the middle of winter, and sometimes we are overtaken by intensive snow falling on the edge of spring…. The weather is sometimes like a woman – variable and full of surprises. :) And even though I’m not a fan of snow (maybe because I don’t practice winter sports which would compensate difficulties on the roads), I must admit I was charmed by white Langhe hills, grapevines hidden under a light duvet, crystals sparkling in the sun light… Usually views you can enjoy in the Langhe and Roero are breathtaking, but the landscape in white scenery, with fluffy curves of hills with spread over little towns and castles looked really fabulous…

 Castle della VoltaPicturesque and sad (because it’s ruined) the castle della Volta

Taking advantage of sunny weather I jumped into the car and went for a short trip from Alba to Serralunga d’Alba, then to Barolo and on my way back I passed by La Morra. I stopped many time trying to park my car just on the edge of a steep slope with my camera in hand, immortalizing the wonderful white landscapes of Piemonte. I hope you will enjoy your virtual walk in the snow!

the first stop on my way to Serralunga d’alba – Castiglione Falletto
the first stop on my way to Serralunga d’alba – Castiglione Falletto

Castiglione Falletto seen from the distance
Castiglione Falletto seen from the distance

grapevines hidden under white duvet
grapevines hidden under white duvet

one of many chapels in the Langhe area
one of many chapels in the Langhe area

the Alps seen from a distance
the Alps seen from the distance

 

views you can’t get used to…
views you can’t get used to…

rows of grapevines
rows of grapevines

the castle of Serralunga d’Alba
the castle of Serralunga d’Alba

 

town of Serralunga d’Alba
town of Serralunga d’Alba

Barolo town
Barolo town

 

Castello della Volta near Barolo town
Castello della Volta near Barolo town

San Pietro chappel near Barolo town
San Pietro chappel near Barolo town

 

San Pietro chapel
San Pietro chapel

La Morra from a distance
La Morra from a distance

La Morra town
La Morra town

Last modified onThursday, 05 March 2015 10:28
Monika Nowak

I’m Polish blogger and freelance journalist tasting “la dolce vita” by traveling around Piedmont. As Italia is my passion since the childhood I’m happy having the chance to discover  the kingdom of  great cuisine and probably the best wines in the world, but also charming little towns and interesting history. My blog  Bel Piemonte (available also in Polish and in Italian) was born to show the beauty of this region and to encourage others to discover this part of the Apennine Peninsula. 

Website: www.belpiemonte.com/en/
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