Alba in Piedmont,Italy
Situated in North West Italy, The surrounding countryside is spectacular and there are many panoramic views around the region.
A once-powerful city-state whose centre sported more than 100 towers, Alba is considered the capital of the Langhe, and has big-city confidence and energy while retaining all the grace and warmth of a small rural town.
Alba's considerable gastronomic reputation comes courtesy of its white truffles, dark chocolate and wine. Its annual autumn truffle fair draws huge crowds and the odd truffle-mad celebrity. The vendemmia (grape harvest) remains refreshingly local and low key, if ecstatic in its own way.
The vine-striped Langhe Hills radiate out from the town like a giant undulating vegetable garden, replete with grapes, hazelnut groves and wineries. Exploring Alba's fertile larder with two wheels is a delicious pleasure.
(The Lonely Planet Guide)
Cycle through the vineyards
Everywhere you look, there are vineyards. You can cycle for hours through the villages surrounding Alba and there's barely a gap between the bunches!
Medieval Hilltop Villages
Spectacular medieval villages perch on top of many hilltops.
Situated between Genoa and Turin
Close to the Alps and the Mediterranean for longer cycling adventures.
Long and short climbs
With fabulous views to reward the uphill efforts.
Cycle on roads and trails
Thousands of kms of off road riding as well as wide, quiet roads.
