Itinerary
Departure: Moncenisio
Arrival: Susa
After passing through the Chiomonte's old town centre, follow the safe cycle/pedestrian path along the main road towards Susa, then turn left onto a dirt road that crosses pastures and vineyards and runs through scenic hills on the right bank of the Dora (Gorge della Dora). In the vicinity of the hamlet of Morelli di Gravere, climb a last hill to follow a mule track that is paved in places and descends rapidly towards Susa. The track proceeds steadily downhill, interrupted by a few short climbs, and approaches the rocky walls of the Gorge of the Dora, above which, on the opposite side, the hamlets of Giaglione can be seen silhouetted against the sky and Mount Rocciamelone.
Just before the built-up area, take a path to the right that climbs through the forest to reach the state road, from which, after a few dozen metres, you take Via Assietta and Via Madonna delle Grazie, and reach the ancient Roman remains of the town. Unparalleled entry into Susa through the elegant Arch of Augustus (8 BC), next to the remains of the Roman aqueduct (3rd century AD) built on the rocks of a Celtic altar and the Castle of Countess Adelaide.
In this section there is a fountain with very cool water even in summer, an important refreshment point for those travelling along the road towards France. A little further down rises the majestic Savoy Gate, on the medieval walls to the west of the city, the stage ends at the Cathedral of San Giusto (10th century). From here, the exploration of the thousand-year history of the city of Susa begins.
Just before the built-up area, take a path to the right that climbs through the forest to reach the state road, from which, after a few dozen metres, you take Via Assietta and Via Madonna delle Grazie, and reach the ancient Roman remains of the town. Unparalleled entry into Susa through the elegant Arch of Augustus (8 BC), next to the remains of the Roman aqueduct (3rd century AD) built on the rocks of a Celtic altar and the Castle of Countess Adelaide.
In this section there is a fountain with very cool water even in summer, an important refreshment point for those travelling along the road towards France. A little further down rises the majestic Savoy Gate, on the medieval walls to the west of the city, the stage ends at the Cathedral of San Giusto (10th century). From here, the exploration of the thousand-year history of the city of Susa begins.
Contacts
, 10050 Chiomonte (TO)