Montaldo Torinese: Trails, Views and Church History

Montaldo Torinese offers two clear points of reference when choosing a hotel: hill trails with scenic views, and history reflected in its churches and local traditions. If you’re looking for a hotel in Montaldo Torinese, you can plan your stay around whether you’d like to make time for walks and cycling, or for churches and historic sites. The following routes and attractions bring these different interests to life.

Trails, Elevation and Views

The Anello dal capoluogo al Bric Andio loop starts in the main settlement of Montaldo Torinese at an elevation of 375 metres and reaches Bric Andio at 387 metres. The stated walking time is 1 hour and 35 minutes. This time estimate can help you fit the loop into your day.

At Bric Andio, the Quercia del Barbarossa marks the boundary between the territories of Montaldo Torinese and Andezeno. Around 1800, the oak was planted as a landmark for travellers heading to Montaldo. From Bric Andio, the 360-degree panorama stretches from Colle Don Bosco across the Chierese area to the Basilica of Superga and the surrounding hills.

The cycling and walking path of the Montaldo Green Festival, inaugurated in 2022, allows visitors to walk and cycle through the surrounding greenery and leads to Big Bench No. 196 on the hill of Montaldo. From there, the view extends to the hills of Turin, the Basilica of Superga and the Alps. The viewpoints offer different highlights: both include Superga; the Big Bench view takes in the Alps, while the panorama from Bric Andio includes Colle Don Bosco and the Chierese area.

Montaldo Torinese also lies on the middle route of the Cammino di Don Bosco. Its three routes are suitable for easy walks as well as multi-day hikes. This is a very different time commitment from the Bric Andio loop, which is listed as taking 1 hour and 35 minutes. La Via delle Stelle is a cycling loop through Montaldo Torinese. As route details may change, check the latest information before your ride.

Churches, Art and Local Tradition

The cemetery church of Saints Vittore and Corona is believed to be the oldest church in the municipal area of Montaldo Torinese. It contains a carved stone block with a bas-relief: two ouroboros snakes are intertwined to form interlocking rings. This detail gives the building a specific connection to art history.

The parish church of Saints Vittore and Corona is a separate building. It was built in 1723–1724 and defines the historic centre of Montaldo Torinese. Terzo Paradiso offers another form of artistic expression: the artwork in Montaldo Torinese is arranged in three circles.

Pozzo di Napoleone is located on a broad plateau among the hills. According to local tradition, it dates to June 1800; Napoleon’s troops are said to have camped there before the Battle of Marengo. The date and the story of the encampment are therefore part of local tradition, rather than a verified archaeological account.

Events and Bus Planning

The 2025 Festa del Bollito programme featured Gran Bollito Misto alla piemontese on the menu for both dinner and lunch. If the event fits your travel plans, check the dates and programme for the relevant edition; the food information refers to the 2025 programme.

For bus planning, the municipal overview lists line 175, serving the Chieri–Baldissero–Rivodora–San Mauro route. The timetable information refers to a version effective from 31 March 2025. Check the latest times and the appropriate connection before travelling.

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