Black Truffle Trek

Walking through the black truffle hills

The Black Truffle Trek is one of the most evocative events animating the National Black Truffle Fair 'Trifola nOiR' in Murisengo Monferrato, a small town in the Province of Alessandria nestled in the heart of the Casale Monferrato area, in Piedmont. This guided excursion is designed for those who want to discover the black truffle territory not just at the dinner table, but at a leisurely pace, immersed in the landscape of hills, vineyards, and woods that protect it.

The loop trail

The route is an 8.5-kilometer loop with an elevation gain of approximately 250 meters and a low difficulty level, making it suitable for a wide audience. The estimated duration is three to three and a half hours. After departing from Piazza Lavazza, the walk crosses the village of Murisengo before descending toward the valley floor along grassy paths, crossing the Valcerrina provincial road, and gently climbing through meadows and vine rows to the ancient hamlet of Corteranzo.

What you will see along the way

• The Church of San Luigi Gonzaga, a unique 18th-century building with a characteristic pagoda shape, attributed to the architect Bernardo Vittone, located at the Isabella Farm.
• Panoramic viewpoints with views of the Maritime, Cottian, and Graian Alps on clear days.
• The La Canonica di Corteranzo relais, with its 18th-century cellars.
• The Castle of Murisengo, linked to the memory of the Aleramici family and Emperor Frederick Barbarossa.

A side event of the fair

The trek is not an isolated event: it is part of the rich calendar of 'Trifola nOiR', the fair dedicated to the black truffle of Monferrato, which takes place during the first two weekends of June between the old village and the park of the Murisengo Castle. At the end of the walk, participants can stop for street food featuring traditional Monferrato dishes, often accompanied by live jazz music. The initiative is organized by the Cammini DiVini and Nordic Walking Valcerrina associations, led by hiking guide Augusto Cavallo.

Why participate

For those visiting the fair, the Black Truffle Trek is the perfect opportunity to combine the gastronomic discovery of the black truffle with the landscape that produces it. It is an experience that tells the story of the identity of the Casale Monferrato area, a land of vineyards, historic villages, and rustic cuisine, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site.