Nizza Monferrato: A Splendid Italian Holiday
Nizza Monferrato, Italy, is a municipality located in the Asti Province of the Piedmont region. Nizza Monferrato is sometimes referred to as Nizza della Paglia or “Nizza with straw." Nizza and its excellent wine are included in the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The scenic town is known for its great Piemontese cuisine, aside from its numerous vineyards.
Best Time to Visit
There is a lot of tourist activity in Nizza Monferrato from May to July as well as in February. If you’re planning a trip to the area, why not schedule it during the second weekend of May in time for the Nizza è Barbera, a big wine festival where producers let you sample as many as 250 different wine varieties. However, be prepared to shell out more for your Nizza Monferrato, IT hotels, as this event attracts many visitors from all over.
What to Do & Area Attractions
The imposing Palazzo Comunale or the town hall is a great way to start your sightseeing trip to the town. Then head to the Palazzo Crova in the Via Pio Corsi to explore this classic 18th-century noble house, which is now a library and a restaurant. Then stop for a short visit to the Rural Culture Museum for its remarkable collection of wine-related agricultural pieces. Then hike off to relax in your room at either the Hotel Doc, a modern 12-room hotel in the historic center, or at Cascina Blon lodged in the Monferrato Hills with rooms that feature countryside views. The laid-back Villa Curte Nicia set in the middle of a wine-producing area is another great accommodation option.