2nd DAY
THE WITCH MICILLINA
Leaving Bra passing through woodlands along the road with its continuous ups and downs, across steep hills and deep gorges. We follow the famous “Rocche”, rocks which are the result of erosion by the Tanaro River which leads up to Pocapaglia, where the legend of the Witch Micillina is still being told: she lived at the end of the 16th century and was burnt on the stake accused of being responsible for the accidents and diseases which befell the villagers.
The slightly scary location together with the crimson colouring of the “Brik D’la masca” stone where the execution took place , gives the place a real air of mystery.

1st DAY
A TOWN DEDICATED TO CHEESE
Arrival at hotel in Pollenzo
Pollenzo is a small village in the county Bra, parts of which have undergone recent renovation and revaluation which have made it a must for all those wanting to discover traditional Piedmontese food and wine. Pollenzo now houses the University of Gastronomic Sciences and the Wine Bank in the Carlo Albertina building and in its castle.
In the afternoon visit Bra, a quaint town completely dedicated to cheese, where every two years a special Cheese Festival is held. Strolling through the historical centre you have a chance to taste and purchase the delicious DOP certified cheese named after Bra in one of the many local cheese shops.
Dinner and stop over at the hotel.