A fascinating region, Piedmont boasts outstanding landscapes and unspoiled natural beauties to be discovered gradually. Beautiful national and regional parks, intimate valleys situated on the slopes of the Alps, sweet vineyard-clad hills, lakes, artistic cities, small villages and castles are traditional tourist meccas and give tourists the possibility to discover the history, traditions and natural beauties the region cherishes.

Turin, the ancient capital of Italy and the former residence of the House of Savoy, bears witness to the vicissitudes of a family which deeply marked the history of the country. The exquisite buildings, royal residences and churches are privileged destinations for cultural tourists in Piedmont and allow them to discover a fascinating history which marked a whole era. The squares, the arcades of the city centre and the famous cafes, which were highly appreciated during the Risorgimento, testify to the sober and elegant style which characterizes the city. Museums worthy of note are the Egyptian Museum, the Sabauda Gallery, the Royal Library and the Duomo, which cherishes the famous Turin Shroud.

The parks of Gran Paradiso and Val Grande are the most important national parks in Piedmont, traditional tourist meccas characterized by a lush and uspoiled nature where it is possible to make beautiful walks, trekking and guided excursions.

The lakes, surrounded by charming towns, are pervaded with a fascinating atmosphere and give tourists the opportunity to spend wonderful holidays in Piedmont. The Alps offer wonderful resorts situated on the slopes of the highest mountains to spend winter tourism in Piedmont.

Mount Rosa, situated on the boundary between Piedmont and Val D’Aosta, overlooks snowcapped slopes during winter and green valleys during summer and offers tourists the possibility to play sport all the year round.