Top Things to do in Susa Valley
Top 10 Sights & Landmarks in Susa Valley, Piedmont
Discover the best top things to do in Susa Valley, Italy including Forte Jafferau, Casa Delle Lapidi, Sacra di San Michele, Azienda Agricola Lisa Ettore, Abbazia della Novalesa, Galleria Dei Saraceni, Ponte Tibetano Cesana Claviere, Arco di Augusto, Villa Romana, Porta Savoia.
Restaurants in Susa Valley
1. Forte Jafferau
2. Casa Delle Lapidi
3. Sacra di San Michele
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,965 reviews
This monument is a symbol of Piedmont Region and a place that inspired the writer Umberto Eco to conceive the best-seller “Il nome della rosa” ( The name of the rose ) , the Sacra of San Michele is an ancient abbey built between 983 and 987 on the top of mount Pirchiriano, 40 km from Turin. From it’s towers you can admire Turin and a breathtaking view of the Val di Susa. Inside the main Church of the Sacra, dating from the twelfth century, are buried members of House of Savoy (one of the oldest royal family in the world). Dedicated to the cult of the Archangel Michele, defender of the Christian people, the Sacra di San Michele fits inside a ruote of pilgrimage (long over 2000 km) wich runs from Saint-Michel ( France ) to Monte Sant’Angelo (Puglia). The history, the spiritual value and the landscape that sorrounds it trasform the Sacra in a special destination for visitors from all over the world.
Reviewed By DamCar65
When travelling France <> Italy, I often go via the Montgenèvre pass (on the Briançon/Turin road) and could see this monastery from the motorway. So for once, I made time to visit and was very moved. Absolutely wonderful. But as many have said – be prepared to walk, even if you come by car! Monastery founded in the late 900’s (so, over 1,000 years ago!) and was for many years under the Benedictine rule (currently with the Rosminians). Most of the monastery is in ruins (except the chapel), but you can still get a sense of the grandeur of the place. It is one of seven monasteries dedicated to St Michael linking Skellig Michael (Ireland) to Jerusalem. Saint Michael’s Mount (Cornwall, UK) and Mont Saint Michel (Normandy, France) are also part of the series. Take time to soak up the atmosphere and enjoy the views. Surprisingly the gift shop and the café are not overpriced. Certainly will visit again and perhaps will make it a day-trip, walking from the valley floor.
4. Azienda Agricola Lisa Ettore
5. Abbazia della Novalesa
6. Galleria Dei Saraceni
7. Ponte Tibetano Cesana Claviere
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 420 reviews
Experience the thrill of walking the longest Tibetan bridge in the world, suspended inside a canyon for 468 meters !!! Come and visit us, at the village of Claviere (TO) Italy
Reviewed By H7123HLelizabethh
We spent an afternoon at the Ponte Tibetano, got the train then a cab in from Turin. It was incredible, beautiful set up and very friendly and professional staff. Definitely recommend. Felt very safe, the bridge itself was quite easy to navigate and the via ferrata was great fun. Wish we had had a go pro to capture every moment!
8. Arco di Augusto
9. Villa Romana
10. Porta Savoia
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