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Monasterolo Castle – Racconigi Castle loop from Scarnafigi

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Monasterolo Castle – Racconigi Castle loop from Scarnafigi

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Monasterolo Castle – Racconigi Castle loop from Scarnafigi

04:31

61.2km

130m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 19, 2026

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4.50 km

Monasterolo Castle

Highlight • Castle

The erection of the imposing manor dates back to the first half of the thirteenth century and is commonly attributed to the initiative of the Marquises Raimondo and Ottone Boverio di Busca. Destroyed during the wars that devastated Monasterolo from 1357 to 1363, it was rebuilt by the Marquis of Saluzzo between 1363 and 1378, that is, before the assignment of the fief to the Solaros.
In fact, the massive structure preserved intact to this day, as well as the three corner towers and the cylindrical tower located to the south-west, the only evidence of the first system, together with the perimeter moat and the door called "Rivellino", date back to this period.
Important renovations were carried out between the 16th and 17th centuries, and involved the restoration of some rooms adorned with clap vaults, the construction of the three-ramp staircase on pillars, and the roofing of the building with a tiled roof. The fine carved and painted coffered ceilings in the two salons on the first floor belong to the early seventeenth century. During the following century, the rococo decorations of the two halls on the mezzanine floor were created (the so-called "golden room" is pretty, for the richness and finesse of the chisels and for the six pretty paintings set in the walls, depicting some bouquets of flowers and busts of two women), and the construction of the north pavilion of the castle with the consequent opening of the entrance on the homonymous square.
The last intervention concerned, at the beginning of the nineteenth century, the erection of the wing facing north-west to complete the facade.
Countess Maria Solaro di Monasterolo, wife of the knight Carlo Buglione di Monale, with deed of January 3, 1928, sold the castle to the municipality of Monasterolo.

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4.66 km

Church of Santa Maria Assunta and Saints Peter and Paul, Monasterolo di Savigliano

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Two churches side by side; S. Maria Assunta was the ancient parish church, replaced by the church of Santi Pietro e Paolo (current parish church) at the beginning of the 20th century. Both churches are in Piedmontese Baroque style, although the second is in a certain sense a "reconstruction". They are surrounded by trees that offer a shady stop; in front of the church of Santa Maria Assunta there is a water point (fountain).

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15.5 km

Hydroelectric Power Plant on the Maira

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A somewhat nerdy point of interest, but for those who are engineers inside, this hydroelectric plant on the Maira, with its hydraulic works, is a real pleasure.

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15.5 km

Maira Trail Cavallermaggiore-Cavallerleone

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Here you can cycle in the middle of nature along the Maira river. The Maira path is a 52 kilometer route, mostly dirt roads, that connects Villar San Costanzo with the city of Racconigi.

We recommend that you keep a controlled speed, as it is possible to encounter a good flow of hikers.

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24.1 km

Racconigi Castle

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Castle dating back to the 11th century, built for defensive purposes. It has undergone several changes over the years until it became a historic Savoy residence. Today it is owned by the state and can be visited, take a moment to admire its majesty.

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27.2 km

Stork and Waterfowl Center

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Study center on storks with guided tours and activities also for schools. There is also a bike repair shop.

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34.6 km

Bridge Over the Maira River in Racconigi

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Nice view of the stream upstream, where, due to the intake works downstream of the bridge, the stream slows down, rises and swells, appearing much larger than it actually is. Downstream, the intake works are interesting for those who are a bit of an engineer inside.

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51.0 km

Church of Our Lady of the Snow

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Classic chapel on a crossroads typical of the Piedmontese countryside. Brick structure, in neoclassical style. Very suggestive. It is located on the CycloMonviso cycle paths, therefore easy to reach.

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61.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

30.8 km

15.5 km

13.4 km

1.07 km

488 m

Surfaces

29.6 km

17.1 km

11.4 km

2.89 km

291 m

Elevation

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Highest point (310 m)

Lowest point (240 m)

Weather

Saturday 23 May

31°C

17°C

11 %

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Monasterolo Castle – Racconigi Castle loop from Scarnafigi

Monasterolo Castle

Church of Santa Maria Assunta and Saints Peter and Paul, Monasterolo di Savigliano

Hydroelectric Power Plant on the Maira

Maira Trail Cavallermaggiore-Cavallerleone

Racconigi Castle

Stork and Waterfowl Center

Bridge Over the Maira River in Racconigi

Church of Our Lady of the Snow

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