アルバ市内の中心にある、大聖堂としてはあまり大きくない教会です。前日に行ったら閉まっていたので訪れるときはあらかじめ開館時間を調べて行った方がよいと思います。土曜日に訪れた時には中心部に路上広場が開かれており、人でも多く賑やかでしたが、一方教会内は静かで地元の人が片隅で祈りを捧げていました。天井画が綺麗で印象的でしたし、内部隅々まできれいに整頓、掃除されていて大切にされている教会だと思いました。小さな街ですが国内からの観光客も多いので週末に中心部で食事をする場合は、レストランを予約しておいた方が無難です。 (Translated by Google) Located in the center of Alba city, it is a church that is not so big as a cathedral. When I went the day before, it was closed, so I think it would be better to check the opening hours before visiting. When I visited on Saturday, the street square was open in the center and it was lively with many people, but on the other hand, the inside of the church was quiet and local people were praying in one corner. The painting on the ceiling was beautiful and impressive, and I thought that every corner of the church was kept neat and tidy and cleaned. Although it is a small town, there are many domestic tourists, so if you plan to eat in the center on weekends, it is safer to make a reservation at a restaurant.

A very simple, beautiful and serene cathedral, with aesthetical works of art.

Historical church dedicated to Saint Lawrence, worth a visit.

Such a beautiful place for real!! you can’t miss the ice cream, only thing is more people should speak more languages to tear down that language barrier but still my family and i had the best time while being there so i recommend 100% !!

Interesting style and beautifully renovated. It's worth a visit.

Great history. Church is built on the old roman roads. Worth seeing.

Beautiful architecture and details on the ceiling and columns and entry is free.

Very pretty interior. Ruins of Roman Temple visible through floor.

Amazing, truffle festival, with wine tasting food, sampling, salami, bread , pannetone. Etc. Great experience. We lived the truffle potato chips, caramel pannetone, organic Barolo wine

Wow event. High class. Order pasta at the local buffet and just put ca. 10 Grams of truffles, which you should buy at the fair. It’s fantastic and not that expensive, as in a restaurant.

Full Piedmontese experience! Festival was full of people, wine and truffles 😊 Very good atmosphere, excellent local Barollo vine producers and a lot of organic food producers of cheese and meet, especially sausages. Most products are flavored with vine or truffles, and honestly they taste spectacularly! This is one full gastronomic experince and have a full recommendation from my side 😊

Opens on Saturday and Sunday during October & November. This is a must do if you are in the area of Alba during this time. You will not find the variety of Truffles, local meats, wines and hazelnuts any where else. BUY TICKETS IN ADVANCE, line to buy at the door was over 100 people. Online tickets had no one, we walked right in. Wine tasting comes with a wineglass and carrier. We bought a lot of regional products and had a blast.

Great place to buy truffles, wine and other local specialities. You can also have lunch. The entrance fee is 4 EUR if you add 9 you can have a tasting glass and 2 wine tastings. The only condition to enter is a valid covid pass

A lot of interesting products, you can try almost everything. Great value for the wine ticket, every vendor was helpful and polite. Would definetely recommend. Only negative thing was the lack of meal choices.

I really love this festival - I’ve been several times now and Alba itself rolls out the red carpet for the fest too. The booths are so much fun, be sure to get the wine tasting options it’s fun - there’s a whole row of vintners too taste wine as well. The tartufo smell is super strong but I love it - it always surprises me! Mellow and intense and I really love the oil that is easy to purchase with family run farms and booths with personal service. Loved the cheese tastings too! 🧀

This is our first time at the festival. It is so much fun! We got to try the loca wines, cheese, and all things truffle! We talked to very knowledgeable people about their craft and enjoyed their hospitality. We will definitely come back!

It turning to become a joke...carnival like security and entrance fee ... where are the good old belly shops in the streets... where real local Tartuffo hunters proudly present their treasures in their wind and weather worked hands? ...prices climbing to the roof but less and less truffles are really from the Piemonte... I know the season was hard and dry ... but before keeping up that circus, for such prices the customer deserves AOC stuff and not import from Slovenia or other places (not that they are not good, but prices then should be honest and lower) ... the Saturday marked at Alba though is as great and lively as ever.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful exhibition by photographer Ivo Saglietti, inside a national monument, an excellent combination (Original) Bella mostra del fotografo Ivo Saglietti , all’interno di un monumento nazionale, un connubio eccellente

(Translated by Google) The Church of San Domenico is an interesting example of a cross between the Romanesque style and hints of Gothic. It was founded in 1292 for the Dominican preachers, with a rectangular plan with a central colonnade. There are many 14th century frescoes, some in good condition and well restored. For many years it has been used for exhibitions mainly of artistic works but also for conferences and special events. (Original) La Chiesa di San Domenico è un interessante esempio di incrocio fra lo stile romanico e accenni di gotico. Fu fondata nel 1292 per i predicatori Domenicani, pianta rettangolare con colonnato centrale. Sono presenti molti affreschi del XIV secolo, alcuni in buono stato e ben restaurati. Da molti anni viene usata per esposizioni soprattutto di opere artistiche ma anche per convegni ed eventi speciali.

(Translated by Google) Inebriated by the beauties of Alba, you risk missing a pearl, the Church of San Domenico. Today often used for exhibitions, conferences and meetings, the Church has a very interesting history and features some very curious columns. Consider that it was also once used as a stable during the Napoleonic period. Here at the end of the 80s, thanks to the contribution of the city's benefactors, a restoration process began which today gives us a splendid church. Don't miss the opportunity to admire it! (Original) Inebriati dalle bellezze di Alba, rischiate di perdervi una perla, la Chiesa di San Domenico. Oggi utilizzata spesso per mostre, convegni e incontri, la Chiesa ha una storia molto interessante e presenta delle colonne molto curiose. Pensate che un tempo venne anche utilizzata come scuderia nel periodo Napoleonico. Qui alla fine degli anni 80, grazie al contributo dei benefattori della città, è iniziato un processo di restauro che ci consegna oggi una splendida Chiesa. Non perdete l'occasione di ammirarla!

(Translated by Google) This church was built in the 17th century. XIII to serve the adjacent Dominican convent. It underwent significant changes in the century. XVIII when the 3 naves were built and the vaults were painted. Today it houses art exhibitions. Relevant is the existence of frescoes from the 17th century. XIV, however restored. (Original) Esta igreja foi construída no séc. XIII para servir o convento dominicano adjacente. Sofreu alterações significativas no séc. XVIII quando foram construídas as 3 naves e pintadas as abóbadas. Hoje alberga exposições de arte. Relevante é a existência de frescos do séc. XIV, entretanto restaurados.

(Translated by Google) The church dedicated to San Domenico has a Gothic style even if its origins are older. The portal with small columns is characteristic where the Madonna and Child are depicted and, on the sides, Santa Caterina and San Domenico. The three-nave interior has black and white columns, and despite the changes that have occurred over the centuries, some frescoes from the fourteenth and fifteenth centuries are still visible. (Original) La chiesa dedicata a San Domenico ha uno stile gotico anche se le sue origini sono più antiche. Caratteristico il portale con colonnine dove sono raffigurati la Madonna col Bambino e, ai lati, Santa Caterina e San Domenico. L'interno a tre navate ha colonne in bianco e nero, e nonostante le modifiche intervenute nel corso dei secoli sono ancora visibili alcuni affreschi del trecento-quattrocento.

(Translated by Google) The church of San Domenico is the only church in the historic center to retain its beautiful 13th century Gothic charm. A visit is absolutely worth making. Kudos to the volunteers who keep it open. DESCRIPTION: The construction dates back to the 13th century. The facade is in Gothic style. The interior has three naves, with a basilica plan in Gothic style. The most interesting and beautiful thing are the frescoes in the apse and the frescoes and decorations of the columns that separate from the naves. Free admission. (Original) La chiesa di San Domenico è l'unica chiesa del centro storico a conservare il suo bellissimo fascino del gotico del XIII secolo. Una visita va fatta assolutamente. Complimenti ai volontari che la tengono aperta. DESCRIZIONE: La costruzione è del XIII secolo. La facciata è in stile gotico. L'interno è a tre navate, a pianta basilicale in stile gotico. La cosa più interessante e bella sono gli affreschi dell'abside e gli affreschi e decorazioni delle colonne che separano dalle navate. INGRESSO: libero.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful Church, artistically interesting. The idea of ​​enhancing it with different exhibitions and investing the funds in restoration interventions is wonderful. I highly recommend the visit. (Original) Bellissima Chiesa, artisticamente interessante. Bellissima l'idea di valorizzarla con differenti mostre ed investire i fondi in interventi di restauro. Ne consiglio vivamente la visita.

(Translated by Google) Very beautiful both externally and internally, with magnificent frescoes and an interesting exhibition of paintings and more. Definitely worth a visit 👍🏻🔝 (Original) Molto bella sia esternamente che all'interno, con magnifici affreschi ed una interessante mostra di quadri e non solo. Merita sicuramente una visita 👍🏻🔝

(Translated by Google) Probably many tourists, more attracted by the luxurious shops or starred restaurants, "miss" this magnificent building, which is my favorite in the city of Alba. It's a shame that the Catholic Church takes little care of the restoration and maintenance, left - as often happens in Italy - in the hands of the voluntary contributions of visitors (entry is free, but once you cross the threshold you will find an offertory for your possible donation) . The church of San Domenico dates back to the second half of the 13th century although, like many parishes of this era, it seems to have been built on the remains of a Roman building. Furthermore, in the following period, it underwent numerous renovations and renovations which involved, among other structures, the addition of 10 side chapels. The archaeological excavations of 1983 brought to light the 14th century terracotta floor. The facade is structured in brick and is divided into three sections by narrow pilasters which continue up to the gable roof. The three sections correspond to the three internal naves. In the central section a white plastered element within a terracotta frame protrudes from the brick surface of the facade. This element is divided by a terracotta band into two unequal sections, the upper one houses an oculus and the lower one a large blind arch. The portal is surmounted by a trefoil arch enclosed in an ogival arch supported by sandstone and brick columns in alternating bands. In the lunette above the portal there is a very worn fresco and above it a small marble image of San Domenico. The two side parts have large single-lancet windows. Internally the structure has a basilica shape with three naves with columns that support the pointed arches that separate the naves and the ribbed cross vaults. The elongated presbytery has a polygonal apse with a small apse on the sides that opens into the side aisles. The church was stripped of all ornamental furnishings, including the baroque high altar. Important restorations and archaeological works since 1975 have brought to light partial sections of frescoes from the 14th and 15th centuries. There are also sections of more recent frescoes that are partially visible. This church is often used as a venue for exhibitions and conferences. (Original) Probabilmente molti turisti, più attratti dai negozi lussuosi o dai ristoranti stellati, "si perdono" questo magnifico edificio, che è il mio preferito nella città di Alba. Peccato che la Chiesa cattolica si occupi poco del restauro della manutenzione, lasciata - come spesso capita in Italia - in mano ai contributi volontari dei visitatori (l'ingresso è libero, ma una volta varcata la soglia troverete un offertorio per la vostra eventuale donazione). La chiesa di San Domenico risale alla seconda metà del XIII secolo anche se, come molte parrocchie di quest'epoca, sembra essere stata costruita sopra i resti di un edificio d'epoca romana. Inoltre, nel periodo successivo, ha subito numerose ristrutturazioni e rinnovamenti che hanno comportato, tra le altre strutture, l'aggiunta di 10 cappelle laterali. Gli scavi archeologici del 1983 hanno portato alla luce il pavimento in cotto del XIV secolo. La facciata è strutturata in mattoni ed è divisa in tre sezioni da strette lesene che continuano fino al tetto a due falde. Le tre sezioni corrispondono alle tre navate interne. Nella sezione centrale un elemento intonacato di bianco entro una cornice in cotto sporge dalla superficie in mattoni della facciata. Questo elemento è diviso da una fascia di terracotta in due sezioni disuguali, quella superiore ospita un oculo e quella inferiore un grande arco cieco. Il portale è sovrastato da un arco trilobato racchiuso in un arco ogivale sorretto da colonne in arenaria e mattoni a fasce alternate. Nella lunetta sopra il portale si trova un affresco molto consunto e sopra una piccola immagine marmorea di San Domenico. Le due parti laterali hanno grandi monofore. Internamente la struttura è a forma basilicale a tre navate con colonne che sostengono gli archi ogivali che separano le navate e le volte a crociera costolonate. Il presbiterio allungato presenta un'abside poligonale con ai lati una piccola abside che si apre nelle navate laterali. La chiesa è stata spogliata di tutti gli arredi ornamentali, compreso l'altare maggiore barocco. Importanti restauri e lavori archeologici a partire dal 1975 hanno portato alla luce tratti parziali di affreschi del XIV e XV secolo. Sono presenti anche tratti di affreschi più recenti parzialmente visibili. Spesso questa chiesa viene utilizzata come sede per mostre e congressi.

(Translated by Google) It often hosts exhibitions; the restored dome and the pieces of frescoes remaining on the walls (scenes from the life of Saint Catherine) are very beautiful (Original) Spesso ospita delle mostre; molto bella la cupula restaurata e i pezzi di affreschi rimanenti sulle pareti (scene della vita di Santa Caterina)

(Translated by Google) Cute and characteristic in its little square (Original) Carino e caratteristico nella sua piazzetta

(Translated by Google) Very nice. Characteristic. Ancient and shining. (Original) Molto carino. Caratteristico. Antico e splendente.

(Translated by Google) One of the oldest and most representative buildings in the municipality of Alba. (Original) Uno degli edifici più antichi e più rappresentativi del comune di Alba.

This was a fantastic tour, with our host Davide who has a passion for wine and music.

Simply put, the best tour and tasting I’ve ever been on

We had the best time ever having a wine tasting and tour from Davide this afternoon. He is so passionate and engaging. The history of Pio Cesare is so interesting and we learnt so much about geography and grapes. The wines were (obviously) delicious and we will remember this for a long time. Thank you so much Davide & Pio Cesare for this experience. We hope to see you again. Amy & Dean

Do not visit, would give zero stars if I could. Wine is undrinkable, the customer service is awful. I recommend you visit Ceretto, G.D Vajra, Vietti, Marcarini instead for a fantastic tasting experience in Piedmont

An unforgettable visit and tasting. pio cesare is undoubtedly one of the greatest wineries in the region. The architecture is full of history, the winery has a story to tell and every detail is impressive. A special thanks to davide for his attentive and informative tour, he gave us a tour and was definitely the most enthusiastic and energetic guide of all the wineries.

A big thank you to David for talking us through Pio's process and giving a tour of the cellar. Definitely a winery to visit to understand the wine of the region. Highly recommend booking a visit if they have availability.

Me and my wife had a great time visiting Pio Cesare on Nov18th/2023. The tour and the wines are simply outstanding. Special thanks to Davide, who guided us through the winery and the tasting!

Amazing!!! Davide is an amazing teacher and guide to the most historical vineyard in Barolo and Barbaresco. We had an amazing experience!! The family is so accommodating and friendly. Worth the time to visit.

We had a great time there, they’d token all the time to introduce us in the history of this legendary winery, and showed us the different colors of the grapes and wines of Langhe💯

fabulous!

Wir hatten eine wirklich tolle, enthusiastische Führung von Davide - er ist wie ein Künstler. Die Weine/das Tasting war sehr gut und die Atmosphäre im Raum toll. Etwas schade ist, dass man vor Ort keinen Wein kaufen kann, sondern diesen dann irgendwo in einem Laden suchen muss. (Translated by Google) We had a really great, enthusiastic tour from Davide - he's like an artist. The wines/tasting were very good and the atmosphere in the room was great. It's a bit of a shame that you can't buy wine on site, but have to look for it in a shop somewhere.

The guided winery tour lasted about 2 hours, half of which is tasting locally harvested wines. The view from its winery buildings as well as the upper hills is just phenomenal. Please visit here, take good pictures, taste good wines for the most reasonable price

Die Führung durch das Weingut mit anschliessender Verkostung war ein tolles Erlebnis. Federica, vielen Dank für die tolle Führung 👍 (Translated by Google) The tour of the winery followed by a tasting was a great experience. Federica, thank you very much for the great tour 👍

We had such a wonderful time at the vineyard. We had a little walk up the wine hills and were told a lot of interesting info about wine production in Piedmont and then we tasted multiple kinds of local wines. Our guide, Francesca, was just adorable and charming and had very good English. Totally recommend visiting this magical place!

Fantastic winetasting in a gorgeous setting. Jessica is a wonderful, knowledgeable host that provides a lot of insight, truly displays her passion for the family-wine-business and has a very cool sense of humour. The range of wines is relatively broad, so there is something for everybody. A memorable experience.... Hope to be back one day.

Zum zweiten Mal da gewesen. Jessica ist einfach eine extrem sympathische Person und wir hatten viel Spass dabei die verschiedenen Weine zu probieren. Die Umgebung mit den Hügeln ist traumhaft. Family-business we like.... (Translated by Google) Been there for the second time. Jessica is just an extremely friendly person and we had a lot of fun trying the different wines. The surroundings with the hills are fantastic. Family business we like....

The host Jessica's an amazing guide. The overall experience was amazing, as a newbie, I've learnt so much about wine making and how Alba has a history of winemaking. The property is a great place and I'd love to visit this place every time I visit Alba.

Dedicated presentation of estate soils, grapes and wines. You will feel genuinly welcomed at this family operated winery. No fuzz, easy to buy excellent wine.

Amazing experience in this stunning vineyard, surrounding by the beautiful hills Langhe. From the visit to the wine tasting experience, Jessica was really a good guide. Good quality of wine. You should go and book a wine tasting in this amazing "Cantina". I can only recommend it :)

We have visited Cascina Piccaluga this October, we were with our three kids and Frederica was a great host! We loved the visit, the experience and the wines!