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Vezza d’Alba — St. Martin's Square, 1
From sunset to the stars on the Lotus Flower Trail
A hike at the best time of summer days: the one that turns to evening with sunset, dusk the starry, silent night and the scent of Lotus flowers
from Saturday
13 July 2024
at 18:30
to Saturday
13 July 2024
at 23:15
The magical time of summer days is the time that turns to evening: sunset, dusk the starry, silent night, and the scent of Lotus flowers.
Starting from Borgonuovo located at the foot of the village of Vezza d’Alba we will reach the viewpoint of the Romantic Road on the fortress where the medieval castle of the Roero counts stood.
We will reach Fontana locality, where there is a water fountain, a reminder of the ancient vocation of this corner of the village as a water supply place.
After passing through a place called Valvecchia, an important site of Roero oenology, where the cultivation of numerous grape varieties began, we will reach the Lotus Flower Lake.
From late June until mid-August, the lotus-flower-covered pond in the Valtesio region of Vezza d’Alba is in full bloom and offers an unusual display of color.
A magical corner of the Roero for flora lovers and for those who hunt for picturesque views…”
We will stop near Lotus Flower Lake, at the trifolao ciabot, to share our dinner break (packed) in a truly unique setting.
The Lotus Flower Lake and the Trifolao Ciabot belong to Mr. Palladino, who has been taking care of this magnificent corner of Roero for years.
We will return to the village to the starting point accompanied by the light of fireflies!
Recommended for
Merry people, companies of friends, families with children ages 8 and up, singles and singles, couples…..e to all who wish to spend an evening in good company and enjoy all the beauty of a summer evening.
Program
Meet at 6:15 pm at Piazza San Martino, 1 – Vezza d’Alba (Cn).
Departure 6:30 pm.
Picnic dinner (not provided) at a very picturesque place.
Return about 11:15 pm.
Info
Trail length about 9 km,
Total elevation gain 295 m.
Flashlight or headlamp (or even cellular flashlight if you do not have a headlamp), appropriate clothing and footwear are recommended.
Hike led by environmental hiking guide AIGAE, Piedmont Region with narration of the area and insights.
In case of expected bad weather, contact Terre Alte or consult the website.
Organized by
Terre Alte Escursioni e Turismo
Begins
13 July 2024
Ends
13 July 2024
How to participate
15.00 € excursion (excluding tastings and consumptions if provided)
Free under age 12.
By applying for the Friendly Card (free of charge) for every 10 excursions you will be entitled to, 1 free.
Reservations for the excursion can be made to Terre Alte through the form on the website, WhatsApp or phone.
Indirizzo: Piazza San Martino, 1, Vezza d'Alba, CN, Italia