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The Langhe, with their rolling vineyards, medieval villages and hilltop castles, are the perfect playground for those who love exploring by e-bike. Electric pedal assistance makes it possible to tackle climbs that would be challenging on a traditional bike, allowing for rewarding rides even for those who are not highly trained.

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🚴‍♂️ Three recommended itineraries starting from Alba

1) Barbaresco & San Rocco (easy ride – 14 km)

An ideal route for a half-day outing or a relaxed ride, perfect for families or first-time cyclists. It starts from the main square in the centre of Alba and leads towards the panoramic hills of Barbaresco, returning on a loop.

Why go: beautiful views over the Barbaresco vineyards, authentic rural landscapes, and opportunities to stop in small villages.

Useful link: you can find the full route (with map and GPX track) on the BikeSquare app by searching “Barbaresco Langhe from Alba – Family E-bike Tour”.

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2) Alta Langa (panoramic loop – approx. 75 km)

A more demanding but incredibly scenic loop: from Alba you climb towards Diano d’Alba, then cross the hills of the Alta Langa as far as Mombarcaro, before returning via Cravanzana and Benevello.

Highlights:

• Wide views over valleys and vineyards
• Stone villages with highly photogenic scenery
• Sections on quiet secondary roads with very little traffic

Tip: start with a good battery charge (30–40 km of real autonomy) and plan a traditional lunch stop halfway through the ride.

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3) “Barolo Rosso” loop and surroundings (approx. 50–55 km)

Among the official routes designed specifically for e-bikes is the “Barolo Rosso” loop. Starting from Alba, it climbs towards Roddi and crosses vineyards overlooking Castiglione Falletto and Barolo, passing small castles, country chapels and UNESCO-listed landscapes.

Why you’ll love it:

• Perfect for a half-day ride
• Scenic stops among the vineyards
• Possibility of wine tastings with hilltop views

Other interesting e-bike routes are available here.

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Must-see views by e-bike

• Rocche dei Sette Fratelli – deep valley views and distinctive rock formations
• Terraced Barbaresco vineyards at sunrise or sunset, ideal for photography
• Roddi Castle – a panoramic viewpoint over the Talloria Valley
• White gravel roads between La Morra and Barolo (not always paved, but suitable for gravel bikes or sturdy e-bikes)

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Practical tips for e-bikers

Battery range and charging

• Start with a fully charged battery and use Eco mode on longer climbs to save energy.
• Apart from the free charging available at our accommodation, check local charging points on the map: wineries and agriturismi often offer charging on request.

Navigation

• Install apps such as Komoot or BikeSquare: in addition to GPX tracks, they show road surface type (asphalt, dirt, gravel) and elevation profiles.

Safety and wine tastings

• If you plan food and wine stops, let wineries know you’ll arrive by e-bike: many offer safe places to park or lock your bike.
• Avoid main roads whenever possible: the hills are full of secondary roads with almost no traffic, safer and far more scenic.

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🚲 We are bike friendly!

For those exploring the Langhe by e-bike, our accommodation La Meridiana d’Alba is proudly bike friendly:
✔️ Secure, monitored bike parking
✔️ Free e-bike battery charging
✔️ Essential tools for small repairs

And if you don’t have your own bike?

📩 E-bike rental available on request — contact us for information and bookings:
lameridianadalba@gmail.com

Where to eat in Alba is the first question a tourist asks when they arrive in the city. The capital of Langhe is known for its restaurants, its typical dishes and for its good wine.

There are numerous restaurants in Alba and, to be honest, it is difficult to be disappointed by them. The quality of the raw materials, the variety of dishes and the research behind every plate are elements that characterize almost all the places in the city.

In this article we want to introduce you 5 restaurants in Alba that will not leave you disappointed.

1. OSTERIA ERA NUOVA

A characteristic restaurant located in front of the Church of San Domenico. It offers both indoor and outdoor seating (if weather conditions permit). On the menu there are many typical dishes from Langhe tradition, such as tajarin, gnocchi with Piedmontese cheeses, raw meat and fassona steak. During the week for lunch, 2 dishes of your choice for 20 euros.

Address: via T.Calissano 7/b, Alba, Italy

Reservations: +390173 229051 

Opening time: from 12.30 to 14.30 and from 19.00 to 22.00

Close: Monday

Vegetarian options on the menu: Yes

Dishes for celiacs: No

Average price for a meal: 30 euros

Distance from La Meridiana d’Alba: 45 meters – 1 minute walking

Advice: The restaurant does not have many seats so it is always advisable to book.

2. THE PIOLA

Refined venue overlooking the Duomo square. It is possible to eat both in the internal rooms, finely furnished, and in the outdoor seating area. From here it is possible to see the square and the facade of the Cathedral of San Lorenzo. Wide choice of traditional dishes. Numerous dishes with white truffle (hand-cut Tajarin with white truffle, ice cream with white truffle, raw Fassona meat with white truffle). Refined and elaborate wine list with red, white, sparkling and sweet wines.

Address: Piazza Risorgimento, 4 – 12051 – Alba (CN)

Reservations:+39 0173 442800 – info@lapiola-alba.it – or viacontact form

Opening time: from 12.15pm to 2.15pm and from 7.15pm to 9.15pm

Close: Sunday evening and Monday

Vegetarian options on the menu: Yes

Dishes for celiacs: Yes – Notify the restaurant first

Average price for a meal: 40 euros

Distance from La Meridiana d’Alba: 110 meters – 1 minute walking

Advice: A place to celebrate a special occasion.

3. ALDENTE – TRATTORIA ALBA

Al Dente reproduces the typical Italian tavern in its decor. Also the flavors are traditional, as is the warm welcome of the staff. The restaurant is open for both lunch and dinner. During the summer it is also possible to eat in the outdoor  seating area. The setting is evocative and the atmosphere is familiar. The menu with Piedmontese dishes changes weekly, but you will always find it displayed on the blackboard.

Address: Via Pertinace, 1/A – 12051 – Alba (CN)

Reservations:0173 363300 – aldente.hornet@gmail.com – or viathe fork

Opening time: Monday from 7.15pm to 10.30pm, from Tuesday to Sunday 12.15pm – 2.30pm and 7.15pm – 10.30pm

Close: Thursday

Vegetarian options on the menu: Yes

Dishes for celiacs: No

Average price for a meal: 35 euros

Distance from La Meridiana d’Alba: 230 meters – 3 minutes walking

Advice: Restaurant worth trying for those who love a traditional atmosphere, but don’t want to give up quality.

4. VENTUNO.1 RESTAURANT AND SHOP

Restaurant in Alba with the desire to combine flavors of the north with those of the south, to offer its customers a unique experience. The decor of the restaurant is elegant and minimalist. The menu includes Piedmontese dishes, but not only. During the International Truffle Fair it is possible to try a special menu on Saturday evening, which has the White Truffle of Alba as its protagonist. Wide choice of wines.

Address: Via Cuneo, 8/A – 12051 – Alba (CN)

Reservations: (+39) 0173 290787 –form on the site – the fork

Opening time: 12.00pm – 2.00pm and 7.00pm – 10.30pm

Close: Wednesday and Thursday for lunch

Vegetarian options on the menu: Yes

Dishes for celiacs: Yes – Notify the restaurant first

Average price for a meal: 35 euros

Distance from La Meridiana d’Alba: 350 meters – 5 minutes walking

Advice: Restaurant in Alba capable of offering something original, but also presenting Piedmontese dishes. The best in terms of variety of the menu.

5. IL CORTILETTO ALBA

Well-known restaurant in Alba. Guests can enjoy their dishes in the courtyard, a finely furnished outdoor space or in the internal room. The internal part develops into a cellar with a vaulted ceiling with exposed bricks. The menu has the typical dishes of Alba as its highlight. The aim is to bring original flavors, authentic recipes and local ingredients to the table.

Address: C.so M. Coppino 27 – 12051 – Alba (CN)

Reservations: +39 0173366005

Opening time: During the week open only in the evening from 7.00pm to 9.30pm.

Saturday and Sunday also for lunch from 12.00 to 14.00

Close: /

Vegetarian options on the menu: Yes

Dishes for celiacs: Yes – Notify the restaurant first

Average price for a meal: 30 euros

Distance from La Meridiana d’Alba: 400 meters – 5 minutes walking

Advice: Ideal place to try all the traditional dishes. The restaurant in Alba offers a sampling menu for 35 euros.

If you are planning a few days in Alba don’t forget to include at least one of these restaurants. A visit to Langhe cannot be complete without tasting the typical Piedmontese dishes.

After dinner, do you want to enrich your experience in Alba by spending a night right in the historic center? Contact us to book your room.