Astigiano area · Walking
CANELLI, la via degli innamorati
One of our 100 highlights ↗Parcheggio di Piazza Carlo Gancia, Canelli
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About the trail
The Via degli Innamorati climbs from the center of Canelli to the upper village along the Stërnìa, the cobbled street that intrigued Raymond Peynet. Among historic cellars and baroque churches, the walk reaches a terrace from which the view crosses the Monferrato towards the Langhe.
What to look out for
From Piazza Cavour you reach Piazza Amedeo d’Aosta and Casa Scarazzini. The route passes Cantine Bosca, Palazzo Giuliani and Cantina Contratto, then climbs towards San Tommaso. Stërnìa leads to San Giuseppe, where a staircase reaches the viewpoint below Castello Gancia. After the panorama, we continue towards Casa Prato and the churches of San Leonardo and San Rocco. The return goes down the cobbled street again, rejoining the initial stretch.
- Canelli
- Piazza Carlo Gancia
- Piazza Cavour
- Piazza Amedeo d’Aosta
- Casa Scarazzini
- Cantine Bosca
- Palazzo Giuliani
- Cantina Contratto
- San Tommaso
- Stërnìa
- Via Villanuova
- San Giuseppe
- Castello Gancia
- Casa Prato
- San Leonardo
- San Rocco
- Raymond Peynet
Start and practical details
Departure from the Piazza Carlo Gancia car park: approximately 2 kilometers and forty-five minutes, with 80 meters of climb. The surface is asphalted or cobbled. If you are traveling with strollers, avoid the stairs by continuing on Via Villanuova. Castello Gancia is private; the Underground Cathedrals require a separately organized visit.
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Your day on the trail
Check the weather and any closure notices before setting out. Bring water and suitable equipment, follow signs and respect the places you visit.
Trail source: Visit Langhe Monferrato Roero ↗
Source checked on September 18, 2026
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