Hotels Banchette, Guesthouses Banchette and Residences Banchette

Banchette, a small municipality of the province of Turin, develops just in the heart of the lush Canavese area. Situated a short distance from Ivrea and A5 Turin-Aosta Motorway, it is the ideal destination for those interested in reaching the impressive mountains of Aosta Valley.

Hotels in Banchette welcome guests with the utmost warmth and hospitality. The local guest houses give those who spend both short stays and long holidays here the possibility to enjoy modern comforts and well-kept spaces. Banchette also gathers plenty of charming farm houses, that are hosted inside ancient mansions and manor houses and distribute amidst the glorious surrounding countryside, as well as comfortable residences, the ideal accommodation facilities for families with children.

Banchette's old town is separated from Ivrea by the course of the river Dora Baltea, that flows from Aosta Valley Alps up to the river Po. Its picturesque streets and squares make it a charming village of great fascination. It often arranges amazing festivals and events, such as the Carnival and the Festival of Pignoletto Rosso, the latter being held in November. Pignoletto Rosso is a peculiar corn variety characterized by a red colour. Visitors will have the opportunity to taste the special Pignoletto-based polenta.
The old town revolves around the parish church of St. Cristoforo, while Ivrea, situated on the other side of the river, is dominated by an impressive medieval castle. Not to be missed are the Duomo, the castle, the Bishop's Palace and the Church of St. Nicola da Tolentino, the latter being embellished by splendid frescoes of great value.
Banchette is situated a short distance from the Alps, and it is crossed by exciting trekking trails and mountain-biking routes. The nearby Lake Vivarone is a real paradise for the lovers of sports fishing and water sports. Biella, an outstanding city of history and culture, is situated within a short driving distance.