Trofarello: Churches, Trails and Local History

Trofarello brings together historic religious buildings, distinctive evidence of the town's history and trails through the landscape. This creates a destination that is best explored through specific places and thematic routes: the parish church of Santi Quirico e Giulitta, the Church of Santa Croce, the Castello di Trofarello and the Anello di Trofarello offer different points of interest during your stay.

Discover Churches and Local History

The parish church of Santi Quirico e Giulitta was built in 1907 on the ruins of an earlier church belonging to the Augustinian monks. Its construction history therefore points to an older religious use of the site, while the present church building dates from the early 20th century. The Church of Santa Croce in Trofarello complements this picture with a significantly earlier date of construction: it dates back to 1679.

The Castello di Trofarello also reaches far back into the past. It has been documented in official records since 1209. The old tower of the Castello still stands today in the town's public square. In Trofarello, different historical layers can therefore be encountered in specific buildings: a church dating from 1679, a parish church built in 1907 on older foundations and the preserved tower of the Castello, documented since 1209.

Routes for Walking and Exploring the Landscape

The Anello di Trofarello begins and ends at Piazza Primo Maggio in front of the town hall. The route is fully signposted and runs through Trofarello's historic centre. If you would like to combine a walk with a clear starting and finishing point, this route offers straightforward guidance: you return to the same square where the trail begins, while also experiencing the historic centre.

Another combination of landscape, religious history and local identity is provided by the “Percorsi salesiani”. This historic-religious trail leads from the Church of Santa Croce through the landscape of Trofarello to the Sanctuary of Santa Maria di Celle. It consists of seven depictions of important events from the life of Don Bosco. This route is therefore intended for visitors who, while travelling through the area, want to experience not only the landscape but also religious content and a set sequence of depictions.

Amarena di Trofarello and Local Flavours

The Amarena di Trofarello is part of the area's local character. Its production area is limited to the municipalities of Trofarello and Moncalieri in the Province of Turin. Amarena consists of fresh fruit of the species Prunus cerasus L., with delicate, translucent flesh and a tart flavour. For your travel planning, this provides a tangible culinary connection: alongside churches, trails and architectural history, Trofarello can also be discovered through a product with a clearly defined production area and distinctive fruit characteristics.

Getting Around on Foot or by Bicycle

At Marcé e Pedalé 2026, there was an approximately 10-kilometre walking route and a 20-kilometre cycling route. Marcé e Pedalé is a non-competitive walking and cycling tour through the landscape of Trofarello, combining nature, history, art and religious sites. The different route lengths help you classify the event according to your preferred means of transport, without losing its shared thematic framework.

A third edition of the Bike Festival was also announced for Trofarello. The all-day event was intended for children, young people and families. Acrobatic bike trial shows by the Police Sport and Green Team teams, as well as technical activities led by Alessandro Gambino and his team, were planned. The focus was therefore on cycling culture, demonstrations and practical activities for several age groups. The terms “announced” and “planned” are part of the nature of this event information.

Which Accommodation Suits Your Plans?

When choosing a hotel for your stay, you can consider Trofarello according to your personal interests. Those interested in culture will find specific points of interest at Santi Quirico e Giulitta, Santa Croce and the Castello di Trofarello. For walks and thematic trails, the signposted Anello di Trofarello and the “Percorsi salesiani” are the main attractions. Anyone interested in cycling activities can take Marcé e Pedalé and the announced contents of the Bike Festival into consideration. This keeps your choice of accommodation connected to your planned itinerary without reducing Trofarello to just one experience.

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