Monforte d’Alba

The old houses of the village stand against the foot of a steep hill, in an enchanting position.

The patrician residence, owned by marquises Scarampi del Cairo, was built on the walls of the old castle.

In addition to the noble residence, in the suggestive historical centre you can see a Romanic bell tower, dated back to 13th century, the Umiliate’s and Sant’Agostino’s brotherhoods, dated back on the 13th century, the parish church, built on the 10th century in Piedmontese-Gothic style.

In the Santo Stefano hamlet you can find worth Romanic apse, dated back to 1100.

The Horzowski auditorium, built in a natural amphitheatre , proposes relevant concerts.

History

It has been founded in the Roman era; later, it has been owned by the Longobards and the Carolingians.

The name “monte forte” comes from a military expression used to indicate its important strategic position during the wars between the local lords.

After having been owned by many different families, the town was since 1700 a property of the marquis Scarampi.

Save the Date!

11 October 2025 — 08 December 2025

Wineries Open Their Doors for the Truffle Fair

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Events in Monforte d’Alba and around


  • 11 May 31 Dec

    Seguendo una trama misteriosa, ricca di enigmi, indizi e colpi di scena vivrete un'esperienza immersiva che vi farà conoscere il territorio


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Partisan Pedaling #3 Monforte, La Morra, Barolo

Via D.Vallada, 12, 12065 Monforte d'Alba CN, Italia
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Auditorium Horszowski

Auditorium Horszowski, Via del Carretto, Monforte d'Alba, CN, Italia
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Maria Vergine Assunta Church

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Partisan Pedaling #4 Dogliani, Monchiero, Monforte

Via Torino, 215, 12063 Dogliani CN, Italia
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The cathedral of St. Lawrence the Martyr

Cattedrale di San Lorenzo, Piazza Duomo, Alba, CN, Italia
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