Valle Bronda Walking School Day
A charity walk through the orchards of Valle Bronda in support of the local school
About Walking School Day
A walk for the Valle Bronda school
The Valle Bronda Walking School Day is a non-competitive running and walking event held in Pagno, a small town in the Province of Cuneo, in the heart of Piedmont. Born as a solidarity initiative, the walk combines a passion for nature and physical activity with the concrete goal of supporting the Valle Bronda school: all registration proceeds are donated to local school activities.
Routes through hills and orchards
The event offers three non-competitive routes of 5, 7, and 10 kilometers, designed to suit walkers of all levels and families with children. The trails wind through the valley's most picturesque scenery: cultivated hills, the famous orchards of Pagno, scenic roads towards Castellar and Brondello, and up to the chapel of San Ponzio, before returning to the main square. It is a stroll that allows you to discover an authentic corner of the Cottian Alps at the foot of Monviso at a leisurely pace.
An event for the whole family
The Walking School Day is a day designed for enjoying the outdoors together. The start is set in Piazza Mercato in Pagno, with a morning gathering and a final refreshment offered by the community. Among the latest additions is an initiative dedicated to four-legged friends: those participating with their dog receive a dedicated bib and kit. For those wishing to stay for lunch, covered picnic areas are available, and special menus are offered by local restaurants.
Community spirit
Behind the Walking School Day is the hard work of numerous local associations and volunteers: the Pro Loco of Pagno, the AIB and Ala Veja groups, and the Valle Bronda Civil Protection, with the support of the Municipality and local businesses in Pagno, Brondello, and Castellar. A collective effort that, edition after edition, strengthens the community spirit and turns a simple walk into a concrete gesture of solidarity towards the valley's new generations.
Why participate
- Three routes of 5, 7, and 10 km through hills and orchards
- Symbolic registration fee entirely donated to the school
- Event suitable for families, children, and dogs
- Final refreshments and picnic areas
- An opportunity to discover the Valle Bronda at the foot of Monviso
Walking School Day — edition 2026
2026 Edition
The sixth edition of the Walking School Day was held on Sunday, May 17, 2026, in Pagno. The meeting point was set in Piazza Mercato at 9:30 AM, with the start at 10:15 AM and refreshments around 12:15 PM. The 5-euro fee included a race pack for the first 250 registrants. A new feature this year was an initiative dedicated to dogs, with free bibs and kits for four-legged friends.
The event saw nearly 300 participants, with a large turnout of families. All proceeds were donated to the Valle Bronda school to support activities for the younger generation. Numerous companies supported the initiative, including Monge, Inalpi, Valverbe, and Acqua Eva.
Programme Walking School Day 2026
Meeting point: 9:30 AM in Piazza Mercato. Start: 10:15 AM. Refreshments: around 12:15 PM. Three non-competitive routes of 5, 7, and 10 km through the hills and orchards of the Valle Bronda. Covered picnic areas and special menus at partner restaurants.
Highlights Walking School Day 2026
- Sixth edition with nearly 300 participants
- Three routes of 5, 7, and 10 km
- New: free bib and kit for dogs
- Proceeds donated to the Valle Bronda school
Prices Walking School Day 2026
Practical information — Walking School Day
How to get there
Pagno can be reached by car from Saluzzo (about 15 minutes) along the Valle Bronda provincial road. From Cuneo or Turin, take the motorway or main roads to Saluzzo, then continue towards the valley. The meeting point and start are in Piazza Mercato, in the town center.
Registration and fees
The registration fee is 5 euros and includes a race pack for early registrants. You can register at the Pagno town hall, in local shops, or via pre-registration on WhatsApp using the organizers' contact details.
Practical tips
Comfortable clothing and trekking or walking shoes are recommended. Covered areas for packed lunches are available, and special menus are provided at partner restaurants. The event takes place outdoors: it is best to check weather conditions before setting off.
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Where does it take place — Walking School Day
Piazza Mercato
Piazza Mercato, 12030 Pagno