Borgo Priolo – History and Trails in Oltrepò Pavese

Between the Coppa, Schizzola and Oltrepò Pavese

Borgo Priolo stretches between the Coppa and Schizzola streams in the hills of Oltrepò Pavese. This landscape connects the hills, the town center and destinations in the surrounding area. For you, this makes the town accessible through three clearly identifiable points of interest: the landscape, architectural heritage and routes through the surrounding area.

Historic town center

Remains of the former castle of Borgo Priolo can be seen integrated into the built-up town center. The parish church dedicated to Saint Carlo also stands in the town center. Both landmarks are therefore part of the immediate townscape and give a stay in Borgo Priolo a clear historical connection, without requiring you to separate different themes from one another.

Castles, palaces and fortresses

The Castello Visconteo, a castle, is located in the area surrounding Borgo Priolo. The Palazzo Dattili and Palazzo Gounela, both palaces, are also in the surrounding area. Further afield in the region around Borgo Priolo lies the Rocca di Montalino, a fortress.

Churches and historic details

The Santuario di Nostra Signora della Guardia in Torre del Monte is an imposing building dating from 1938, with a polygonal shape and a bell tower. La Rocchetta di Casa Perotti is a three-storey architectural complex from the 16th century, built of stone and river pebbles; it includes a tower dating from the Malaspina period.

On a hill in Staghiglione, the parish church of San Lorenzo Martire houses an interesting 15th-century Madonna. In San Martino de’ Bagozzi, the parish church of San Martino has a remarkable historic organ. Those who view churches not only as buildings but also through their furnishings will find two distinct points of interest here.

Gardens and green spaces

The gardens in the area surrounding Borgo Priolo include Giardini Piazza San Bovo, Giardini Piazza Castello and Giardini Sandro Pertini. Parco Locomotiva is a park in the area surrounding Borgo Priolo. These four destinations complement the historic buildings with smaller places for adding variety to your time in the area.

Route to the Borgo Priolo Big Bench

The route to the Borgo Priolo Big Bench begins in Borgo Priolo and follows a shaded ridge trail from Barisonzo to Monte Morino before descending to Arpesina. The route is therefore clearly defined by a starting point, a ridge trail and the subsequent descent. If you like to plan your activities around the landscape and the route, this trail provides a concrete basis for planning.

Borgo Priolo Big Bench No. 301 is located on the grounds of Fradé Wine winery, on a hilltop. The mountain-bike version of the route starting from Borgo Priolo offers views of Castello di Stefanago.

The tradition of Ciambelline

During the event, visitors can watch the preparation and baking of the Ciambelline according to traditional methods at close range. The culinary focus is therefore not only on the finished pastry but also on the clearly observable process of making it.

More places

As an additional option, discover Bereguardo, Pieve Porto Morone, Ruino, Santa Margherita, Salice Terme, Canneto, Miradolo Terme and Moriano.

For the main travel overview: Pavia.