Vinum Alba — a 3-day weekend in Piedmont

The weekend, day by day

1. Day 1

   Arrive in Alba

   Land at Turin Caselle Airport (TRN), settle in and walk the old town in the afternoon. Light dinner near your accommodation — save your appetite for the festival day.

2. Day 2

   Vinum Alba

   Festival day — arrive early to avoid the lunchtime crowd. Insider tip: Spring means no autumn fog and pleasant temperatures for walking between Alba's medieval buildings. The week-long format lets you spread tastings across multiple days -- far less rushed than one-day events. Book accommodation in Alba town centre for easy walking access.

3. Day 3

   Wine country day in Piedmont

   Use the third day for a single winery visit (booked ahead) and a long lunch at one of the regional addresses below before heading home.

Where to stay

Three angles for the festival window. Festival hotels book out 6+ months in advance — apartments are the contingency when the main shortlist is sold out.

• Hotels in Alba

  Live inventory around the festival window — 2 adults, all star ratings.

• 4–5 star options near Alba

  Higher-end shortlist when you want the milestone weekend treatment.

• Apartments in Alba

  Self-catering option — useful when festival hotels sell out 6+ months ahead.

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One winery worth a detour

Where to eat

Practical

Nearest airport

Turin Caselle Airport (TRN)

Mid-range daily budget

~€210/day for two

Festival site

Visit official site