CUNEO Italy Piemonte hiking - Italy Slow Travel -

We love to hike as a way to see nature and to stay fit, so it made sense that we got some Piemonte hiking under our belt as well. I found the hike on AllTrails and it was recommended to us by locals as well. This nature parc in Villar is certainly worth a stop, it offers both easier and more difficult hikes. We opted for the 1.5 mile (2.4km) hike up and down the hills where the Ciciu can be found.
Ciciu are mushroom shaped formations that were created due to erosion throughout the past 5 thousand years. They are the first rocks of their kind that we have encountered, very interesting to see so many in such a small park.
The hike itself was very steep and is not recommended for people with mobility issues or small children. It is essentially straight uphill to a short flat section and then equally steep downhill so both calves and quads get a good workout. We were here during summer so it as quite hot, this hike is ideal for late spring and early fall but was still doable despite the heat.
Villar San Costanzo is a small town near Dronero in the province of Cuneo, directions to the parc are easy to find on GPS as well as by following the signage throughout the town.
We highly recommend this hike if you want a short 2-3 hour route with some interesting rock formations and the chance to spot some wildlife. You can have lunch or even barbecue near the parking lot area.
Check the CiCiu parc out for yourself (in Italian): www.ciciudelvillar.areeprotet...
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[@reelhappytravellers2691]

One of the most refreshing and wonderful video ​I’ve seen in a long time

[@ouritaliandestiny7955]

Thank you so much 💞 We're so glad you enjoyed our video 💞🇮🇹

[@wadelieseke6714]

Wow that was an exciting hike! I’m pooped out watching you two. Italy looks so beautiful!!

[@havechopstickswilltravel2990]

Very cool rock formations. Thank you for showing us. 62 is fabulous on you. Keep hiking.

[@ouritaliandestiny7955]

That was definitely one of our most interesting hikes. Glad you came along and thank you for the wonderful compliment 💞 Debbie and Stijn

[@BundaLiaRavito]

Beautiful view, very nature, nice hiking, thanks for sharing my dear friends, Greeting from Indonesia

[@ouritaliandestiny7955]

This area of Italy is so beautiful 💞 It was a brutal hike, but worth it! So happy you enjoyed our video 💞🇮🇹 Debbie and Stijn

[@JayandTanyaTravel]

Tanya and I really enjoyed this hiking experience with you. Thanks for sharing. Have fun.

[@ouritaliandestiny7955]

So glad you enjoyed the hike! It really is a beautiful a d interesting area. Thanks for coming along💞🇮🇹

[@NickandRachel]

Awesome scenery!

[@ouritaliandestiny7955]

Agreed! It's so beautiful in this part of Italy 💞🇮🇹

[@NickandRachel]

@@ouritaliandestiny7955 I'd love to go film there one day!

[@ouritaliandestiny7955]

Trust me, you won't be able to put you camera down, it's so beautiful here💞🇮🇹

[@alexfernandohuenten1374]

Magnifique

[@ouritaliandestiny7955]

Thank you so much for watching 💞🇮🇹 Debbie and Stijn

[@robbiesmith2261]

I enjoyed your trip up and down the trail. The rock formations was so different than any I’ve seen. Beautiful scenery and so peaceful looking. Thanks for sharing.

[@ouritaliandestiny7955]

Thank you so much for coming along on our hike. It was so great to be out in nature in Italy. Thank you for watching 💞🇮🇹 Debbie and Stijn

[@leighevans1394]

Gorgeous scenery. I’m 62 so won’t do the red hike :)

[@ouritaliandestiny7955]

Don't blame you! It was , but a tough hike for me and I was 62....I think 😂

[@countryside11mn50]

I enjoyed walking with you, thank for sharing.

[@ouritaliandestiny7955]

So glad you joined us, thank you for watching! ~ Debbie and Stijn

[@NorwayHikesTrails]

Great hike, watch out for those wasps- :-). Nice video. Thank you for sharing.

[@ouritaliandestiny7955]

It seems all bitting things like Stijn😂😂 Thank you so much for watching ~ Debbie and Stijn

[@graceescapes4637]

Looks like a great hike! The Ciciu and other rocks formations are so unique. Great capture of the deer too :-) Thanks for taking us along and for sharing some helpful info about the trail. New sub from a fellow hiker .. hope to see you around :-)

[@ouritaliandestiny7955]

This was our first real hike in Italy and we were so impressed with the Ciciu. They reminded us of the Tufas somewhat in California at Mono Lake that we also did a video on. Welcome to our channel, we're so happy you will be joining us on more of our hikes💞 Thank you so much for watching ~ Debbie and Stijn

[@graceescapes4637]

@@ouritaliandestiny7955 Great to know about the Mono Lake :-) I'll check it out.

[@TheJourneyAwaits]

Love the views , 1.5 miles is not bad on the hike. I have to take a heart medication and it helped with me hiking. 🥝 sound good. Sorry had to watch and pause, gimbals I got the DJI Om 4.

[@ouritaliandestiny7955]

1.5 is pretty short fir us, but way to long for straight up and straight down😂😂 So glad you can enjoy hiking💞 So glad you enjoyed the views 💞

[@exploringnorway3982]

What a beautiful place to go for a hike, the nature views are gorgeous. Great info in the description! I enjoyed walking with you :) Good morning from Norway

[@ouritaliandestiny7955]

Good morning from Umbria. We really loved exploring this part of Italy. And to be able to hike in nature with such unusual scenery was a real bonus! Thank you for coming along!

[@OudomOfficial]

Wonderful place for exploring, Thanks for sharing!

[@ouritaliandestiny7955]

A truly great area! Thank you so much for watching and welcome to our channel! Debbie and Stijn

[@OudomOfficial]

@@ouritaliandestiny7955 You're welcome! Stay Connected

[@aqsafamilyvlog5789]

MashaAllah Happy Happy 🌹🌹💞💞

[@ouritaliandestiny7955]

Thank you for watching💞🇮🇹

[@RetirementTravelers]

Very interesting rock formations!! We enjoyed the hike with you guys and your slow tour of Italy. Great stuff. Safe travels, John and Bev

[@ouritaliandestiny7955]

This part of Italy has been amazing and totally unexpected. We're loving it! Thanks so much for coming along! 💞🇮🇹 Debbie and Stijn

[@TravelingTramps]

Loved seeing the Ciciu rock formations. Don't think we've seen anything exactly like it. There similar to some in Arches National Park and others our west but not exactly the same. Loved your hike. Thanks for bringing us along. Now, back to the wine and cheese!

[@ouritaliandestiny7955]

Oh yes, very interesting formations in Utah, very similar yet different. Oh we are definitely eating our way through Italy!! That's why more hiking videos are coming soon! 🤣🤣

[@Huy]

Great video (*&

[@ouritaliandestiny7955]

Glad you enjoyed our video! Thank you for watching 💞🇮🇹 Debbie and Stijn