Borgo Priolo: Churches, Castle Remains and Hill Trails

Borgo Priolo lies in the hills of the Oltrepò Pavese between the Coppa and Schizzola streams. If you are looking for hotels in Borgo Priolo, you might first consider whether you are more interested in local history and architecture or in a route through the hills. Both offer concrete starting points for planning your stay.

Historic Buildings and Details

Remains of the former castle are visible in the built-up town centre, integrated into the town. The parish church, dedicated to Saint Carlo, also stands in the centre. The two buildings make different impressions: the visible remains shape the former castle’s appearance, while the church’s dedication is a distinctive point of reference.

The Santuario di Nostra Signora della Guardia in Torre del Monte is an imposing building dating from 1938. Its polygonal shape and bell tower give it distinctive architectural features. La Rocchetta di Casa Perotti offers a different historical note: this three-storey complex dates from the 16th century, is built of stone and river pebbles, and has a tower dating from the Malaspina period. Their forms, materials and dates clearly distinguish these two landmarks.

The churches in Staghiglione and San Martino de’ Bagozzi also stand out for their specific features. The parish church of San Lorenzo Martire sits on a hill in Staghiglione and houses an interesting 15th-century Madonna. The parish church of San Martino in San Martino de’ Bagozzi has a remarkable historic organ. The cultural features described thus range from architectural forms and materials to a Madonna and a historic organ.

Big Bench and a Route Through the Hills

Borgo Priolo Big Bench No. 301 is located on the grounds of the Fradé Wine estate, on a high hill. If you would like to visit the bench, check the local access rules in advance. The route to the Big Bench starts in Borgo Priolo and follows a shady ridge trail from Barisonzo to Monte Morino before descending to Arpesina. Check trail conditions locally if you plan to include the route in your itinerary.

A mountain biking option on a route starting from Borgo Priolo offers views of Castello di Stefanago. The two route descriptions have different focal points: the Big Bench route features the shady ridge trail and its course via Barisonzo and Monte Morino before descending to Arpesina; the mountain biking option focuses on the view of Castello di Stefanago. This lets you weigh up historic buildings and different hill and route themes when planning your stay.

Discover more destinations: Santa Cristina, Tromello, Casorate Primo, Castelletto Di Branduzzo, Rosasco, Sant'alessio Con Vialone, Robbio, Villanova De' Beretti.

For the overview of the wider area: Pavia.