What to do on Valentine's Day weekend in the Langhe

Every year it more or less goes like this: we finish the period of big Christmas binges, then New Year’s bang and find ourselves catapulted into a new scenario with plans and good resolutions. In a moment tac! It is February.

For lovers, the event of the month is undoubtedly Valentine’s Day.

The Langhe, with its wonderful villages, beautiful viewpoints and historic wineries, is the right setting to spend a weekend or romantic day with the one you love, offering a range of opportunities for all tastes.

We’ve done a little skimming of what are the most interesting proposals in the area, hoping to catch the right one for you and your better half, or just you if you’re single!

InnaMorsi in Albaretto Della Torre

If you are looking for an experience that combines art, photography and authentic flavors, don’t miss InnaMorsi. This event-aperitif will be held Feb. 14 and 15 in the charming little deconsecrated church in Albaretto della Torre.

You can admire shots that capture the essence of local farms and taste goat and sheep cheeses from Bossolaschetto, hazelnut delicacies from Rodello, and wines such as Rossese Bianco DOC and Dolcetto DOC from Roddino.

All for only €18.00 per person, including admission and aperitif. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate the love of the territory and its excellence.

Romantic tour through the hills by E-Bike

Are you and your partner sporty? Do you enjoy cycling? Perfect: pedal through the hills of Monferrato and have a romantic adventure on two wheels!

With the E-bike tour you can ride through breathtaking landscapes, visit the village of Calosso and stop for a tasting at the historic Beppe Bocchino Winery. The tour ends on Canelli’s picturesque Via degli Innamorati, among art installations and postcard views.

The route is suitable for everyone: 28 km between gentle ups and downs and dreamy views, with expert guide and E-bike rental included.

Candlelight dinner at La Teca restaurant

Enter the more classic Valentine’s Day, where the level of romance is at an all-time high: La Teca restaurant in Bistagno invites you to a candlelight dinner with a menu designed to impress.

The evening opened with a welcome from the house, followed by an assortment of appetizers: scallops wrapped in bacon on pumpkin cream, cheesecake on savory shortbread with fennel and oranges, and vegetable flan with fondue.

First, crespelle with swordfish, artichokes and olives; followed by seared cuttlefish on creamed peas. To end on a sweet note, a berry bavarian cream.

All for 45.00 € per person, excluding drinks. An irresistible offer, don’t you think?

Parzialmente stremata: staged at Cherasco’s Salomone theatre.

Does Valentine’s Day stress you out? Does the usual dinner bore you? Then this is the perfect evening for you! On Feb. 14 at Cherasco’s Teatro Salomone, Parzialmente Stremata, a hilarious show starring Marianna Folli that recounts-without filters and with a lot of irony-the thousand adventures and misadventures of a woman’s life, is staged.

From housekeeping to human relationships to work and everyday contingencies, you can expect hearty laughs and lightning-fast jokes.

If you think you have everything under control, maybe it’s time to think again. If, on the other hand, you are already partially exhausted yourself, then know that you are in very good company!

The show is interactive, engaging and perfect for those who are in the mood for a different night out.

Valentine’s Day on a mission: explore, investigate and have a unique experience

Want to surprise your sweetheart with an out-of-the-box Valentine’s Day? Join Experience On the Road, a puzzle adventure that turns the Langhe into a giant outdoor escape room.

Together, you will immerse yourselves in picturesque villages and among the hills, solving mysteries and riddles that will test your complicity and intuition. An original and fun way to discover the area, strengthening the bond as a couple.

The experience lasts about 3 hours and costs 40.00 € per person. For more details and reservations, visit the event website. Get ready for a Valentine’s Day of adventure and teamwork!

Discovering Alba: a treasure hunt for the whole family

Looking for an engaging activity for the whole family? From Feb. 14 to 17, 2025, Alba invites you to participate in the Clue Hunt, a playful-educational trail that winds through the streets of the historic center.

Equipped with a special kit, young and old can discover 14 stages, including riddles and picturesque sights, learning together about the history and art of the city. The route, about 1.5 km long, is flat and suitable for everyone.

Walk through the scenic trail of the “Ciabots”

If you like walking and being in touch with nature, Terre Alte offers a beautiful walk among, silent woods and ancient ciabot-a perfect way to experience the Roero in winter.

On Feb. 15, you can expect a hike through the hills of Montà d’Alba, along a trail that passes through spectacular Rocche and centuries-old chestnut groves, providing unique views of the area.

A relaxing and rejuvenating experience, ideal for those who love nature and outdoor walks. The route is about 14 km, suitable for everyone, and the participation fee is 15.00 € (free for children under 12).

Alba Sotterranea

The temple, theater and forum from Roman times, the mosaics and domus, the ancient walls, the first baptismal font and the vanished medieval towers, a journey to discover the underground roots of the city.

On Saturday, Feb. 15, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., you can experience Alba Sotterranea: a tour led by a professional archaeologist through an itinerary that includes a selection of underground stops among the 32 on the city’s archaeological trail, with a final visit to the F. Eusebio Civic Museum.