Borgone Susa: Rock Relief, Trails and Olive Oil
Accommodation in Borgone Susa
Borgone Susa can be discovered through three distinct points of access: an ancient monument, trails through the landscape and products from olive cultivation. If you are looking for a holiday apartment in Borgone Susa, this combination provides a versatile basis for planning your trip – from culture and history to hikes and regional crafts.
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Il Maometto and the Historical Evidence
Il Maometto is a bas-relief depicting an anthropomorphic figure in an aedicule on a rocky outcrop in Borgone di Susa. The unusual interplay of worked stone, figure and rock makes the monument a striking cultural feature of the town. At the same time, its geographical setting is clear: the relief is located in an acacia forest along the old royal road between Borgone and San Didero.
Its chronological classification also gives Il Maometto particular depth. The Il Maometto monument can be dated to the 2nd century AD.
The Castlas conveys a different picture of the town's history. It is a 14th-century fortified tower in Borgone Susa. Together with the older bas-relief, it presents two clearly different historical perspectives: on the one hand, a monument on a rocky outcrop; on the other, a medieval fortification.
Trails with Clear Stages and a Connection to the Landscape
For active days, official trail 566 is the main option. It is classified as E and is 4,904 metres long. In Borgone di Susa, this trail connects the town centre with the junction for trails 546 and 506. The specific length and connections help you plan your day around a clearly described trail section without assessing the route using a generalised difficulty rating.
A well-maintained and signposted trail in Borgone Susa also leads to the Roca Furà quarry. The quarry adds a landscape- and craft-oriented setting to the town's historical themes. The historic gneiss quarries of Borgone di Susa are also associated with the climbing areas of the Susa Valley.
Vigne del Roc: Dry-Stone Walls, Terraces and Crafts
The route through the Vigne del Roc follows ancient mule tracks between dry-stone walls and abandoned vineyard terraces. Its appeal lies less in a single destination than in the succession of different traces in the landscape: old paths, stacked walls and the recognisable forms of former vineyard areas. This focus may be of interest when choosing accommodation if you would like to combine culture and activity with a rural setting.
The hike through the Vigne del Roc also explores the traditional stoneworking craft known as “picapera”. As part of the same hike, a visit to the Oliveto Rossetto with a tasting of the oil produced there is planned. The fourth edition of the Festa dell’Olio in Borgone was scheduled for 7 June.
Choose a Holiday Apartment to Match Your Travel Theme
The different attractions make Borgone Susa particularly interesting for a trip on which you do not want to plan just one individual sight. Il Maometto and Castlas represent different historical periods, trail 566 and the access to the Roca Furà quarry provide specific trail connections, while the Vigne del Roc draws attention to dry-stone walls, vineyard terraces, stoneworking and olive oil. When selecting a holiday apartment or other accommodation in Borgone Susa, you can therefore first consider which of these focuses should shape your time together.
Other Places to Compare
For further comparisons between locations, you can then view Lanzo Torinese, Andezeno, Bobbio Pellice, Rubiana, San Mauro Torinese, Stazione, San Francesco Al Campo and Meana di Susa.
For the higher-level travel overview: Turin.
