MARCHESA MONTFORTE

MEDIEVAL VILLAGE OF GARESSIO

 

Garessio is a quiet village that attracts artists. The village was once at the crossroads of the salt trade from the Mediterranean  Sea to Northern Europe. The Borgo Antico has been preserved as it once was.

SURROUNDED BY ART AND ARCHITECTURE

 

Garessio was an important location for a Dominican Monastery and university. Once ruled by the Marchesa of Ceva, there are fine examples of art and architecture throughout the village.

NESTLED IN THE LIGURIAN ALPS

 

Garessio is located in the Ligurian Alps. It is an easy drive from Milan, Torino, Genova and Nice airports. Surrounded by mountains, it is a paradise for hiking and cycling.  The Mediterranean Sea is just a forty minute drive away.  The famous UNESCO world heritage Langhe wine region is  twenty minutes down the road.  France is an hour away.