Moriondo Torinese: Via del Castello, Churches and Festivals

There are several themes to consider for a stay in Moriondo Torinese: routes through the countryside, churches and local history, and local festivals. When planning your trip, you might first consider whether you are mainly interested in hiking or cycling, historic sites, or attending an event. The following pointers make these options more tangible.

Hiking and cycling

The Via del Castello is a cycling and hiking route. It starts in the center of Moriondo and follows a paved road uphill to Castello di Moriondo. The short route is 1.70 kilometers long, has a gentle incline, and a compact surface. It runs through vineyards and peaceful landscapes, offering views of the hills of Turin.

The Cammino Don Bosco passes through Lovencito in Moriondo Torinese. It is carefully marked, and a map is usually enough to follow it. If you would like to include other routes in your plans, details can be found in the “Carta e guida dei sentieri della Collina Torinese n° 3”. Published in 2003, the map and guide cover routes in Moriondo and list distances, walking times, and elevation differences. They also include information on reaching the starting points by public transport. For a specific journey, it is advisable to check the current timetables.

The “Sulla piana tra cappelle e laghetti” route leads to Laghetto della Gioia, an artificial pond next to a rest area with a drinking fountain. Another cycling route in the Moriondo Torinese area is “Da Arignano a Moriondo e Mombello”. These provide different reference points for planning: a short route with a described surface and elevation profile, a marked path through Lovencito, as well as routes to a pond and a designated cycling tour.

Castello di Moriondo and its history

Castello di Moriondo was built between 1010 and 1039 by Bishop Landolfo of Turin as a defensive structure. A brick tower with an arched gateway forms the entrance to the complex. The castle is privately owned and is not open to the public or tourists. As access arrangements may change, check the status before visiting. Although Via del Castello leads uphill to the castle, this does not mean that the castle itself is open to the public.

Churches and historical details

The present-day parish church of San Giovanni Battista was built next to the feudal castle and opened to the public in 1838 after two years of construction. The church contains paintings by Enrico Reffo. Its organ was installed in 1862 and made by Felice and Giacomo Bossi. The parish church thus brings together a 19th-century building phase and an instrument with a precisely documented date and makers.

The hamlet of Lovencito also has a religious site: its cemetery church has a Romanesque apse. This architectural feature can be considered separately from the parish church and its organ history. If you would like to include different historical aspects in your plans, you can consider building history, art, and architecture separately rather than combining them into a single visit theme.

Festivals and local products

The Sagra del Cavolo Liscio was launched in 2003 and has become a local tradition. It takes place in conjunction with the feast day of the Divin Salvatore. At the Sagra, local products are offered at a food stand run by the Pro Loco. Both the occasion for the festival and its culinary aspect are among the event’s defining features.

The Festa della Musica in Moriondo Torinese is a free public event. It is open to professional and amateur musicians and includes all musical genres. The two festivals have different focuses: local products are part of the Sagra, while the Festa della Musica centers on music and the participation of musicians with different levels of experience. If you would like to plan your trip around an event, check the dates before booking.

Discover more destinations: San Francesco Al Campo, Villareggia, Alpette, Chiesanuova, Bardonecchia, Salassa, Coassolo, Montaldo Torinese.

For the broader travel overview: Turin.