Cerrione between Roman Heritage and Natural Landscapes

For culture enthusiasts: necropolis and museum

The Roman necropolis of Cerrione is considered unique in the territory of Roman northern Italy because of the exceptionally high number of inscribed funerary markers found in funerary contexts. The Museo del Territorio Biellese presents the oldest burial contexts from the necropolis of Cerrione, dating from the 1st century BC. The archaeological focus is therefore on Roman funerary markers and early burial contexts, which in Cerrione are linked to a specific historical period.

The original layout of the castle

The original castle of Cerrione had an irregular quadrilateral layout with two courtyards. The complex was surrounded by a fortified enclosure and a moat. The courtyards formed part of the castle’s internal organization, while the enclosure and moat defined its outer boundary. This makes it possible to identify both the division of the castle’s interior and the forms of its fortification in the former complex.

Preserved tower with Ghibelline battlements

A polygonal tower with Ghibelline battlements has survived at Cerrione Castle. The tower is considered at risk of collapse.

Riserva Naturale della Bessa

The Riserva Naturale della Bessa has been classified by the Piedmont Region as a geosite of international importance. At the same time, it is associated with Cerrione as its municipality. For orientation in the Cerrione landscape, it is also important to note that the Riserva Naturale della Bessa is designated not only as a natural area but also as a geosite.

Porta della Torrazza and Monte Muanda

Porta della Torrazza is a natural rock arch in the surroundings of Cerrione. Monte Muanda is a mountain in the wider regional area around Cerrione.

Castle and palaces in the surrounding area

Castello Di Roppolo is a castle in the surroundings of Cerrione. Palazzo Gromo Losa di Prarolo is a palace in the surroundings of Cerrione. Palazzo Ferrero is also a palace in this area. Palace of Masseranòs Princes is another palace in the surroundings of Cerrione. Each of the four buildings is associated with its specific historical building function and with the area around Cerrione.

Gardens in the surrounding area

Giardino Paracadutisti d'Italia is a garden in the surroundings of Cerrione. Giardini Arequipa is also a garden in the surroundings of Cerrione. Together, the two sites expand the range of historical and landscape attractions to include independent garden locations around Cerrione.

Practical directions to the Chiesetta di San Grato

The Chiesetta di San Grato can be reached via a farm track at the end of Via Garibaldi. Anyone incorporating this specific access route into their plans should allow for the farm track as the final section of the journey. This information expressly refers to access via Via Garibaldi.

For the broader travel overview: Biella.