"Our land, the land we love, is made of these hills, these vineyards, these rivers, these stone walls. And it is here that we must remain, for it is from here we come and here we will return." (Cesare Pavese).
Welcome to Santo Stefano Belbo where the tranquillity of the countryside blends with history and literature.
In the centre of Santo Stefano Belbo stands the Fondazione Cesare Pavese, dedicated to one of Italy's greatest 20th-century writers. The foundation also houses a well-stocked civic library. The Pavese Museum, located on the second floor, uses original memorabilia, documentary videos and art installations to retrace all the salient phases of Cesare Pavese's life. The Foundation promotes the Pavese Festival and the Pavese Prize, events that enhance and spread cultural heritage. Treat yourself and come and discover this wonderful place!
Discover the Cesare Pavese FoundationA place that, with its evocative landscape and history steeped in poetry and narrative, embodies the soul of Cesare Pavese, the love for his land, as well as his pain and loneliness.
Every corner of the village has a story to tell, every street seems to lead to a memory, every panorama seems to whisper the words of the great writer. Santo Stefano Belbo is a journey into his most intimate art, but it is also a place where you can indulge in a food and wine break.
The surrounding vineyards produce fine wines, including the famous Moscato d'Asti. The hills are also home to hazelnut trees, and the sweet, crunchy IGP Piedmont Hazelnut enriches typical local dishes and desserts.
Just a few minutes from Santo Stefano Belbo lies Camo's Open Air Museum, born from a local family's passion for art. Today, it is a meeting point for national and international creatives. Through artistic residency projects, artists can create installations, paintings, sculptures and murals while enjoying the beautiful surrounding hills.
Santo Stefano Belbo offers a wide range of restaurants and accommodation to suit all tastes, whether you're looking for a romantic getaway or a family-friendly atmosphere, or something traditional or modern. Explore a world of adventure, from culture to nature, and choose experiences that will make your trip unforgettable.
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