Open Castles and Monument Visits: Second Weekend of May Events in Cuneo

Open Castles and monument visits on the second weekend of May

Period: Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 May 2026. A weekend dedicated to exploring monuments across Cuneo province, with special openings of castles, towers, museums and historic palaces.

The Castelli Aperti initiative provides access to many cultural sites with site-specific schedules and booking rules. Below is a selection of the main venues open and practical information to organise your visit.

• Alba - Diocesan Museum (MUDI Alba): open Sunday 14:30–18:30. Booking recommended.
• Barolo - Castello Falletti and WIMU Wine Museum: open 10:30–19:00. Online reservations advised.
• Bra - La Zizzola: open 10:00–18:00, free entry.
• Fossano - Castello dei Principi d’Acaja: tours depart at 11:00, 15:00 and 16:30. Tickets at the tourist office; booking recommended.
• Govone - Royal Castle: open 10:00–12:30 and 15:00–18:00 (last entry 17:30). Online booking available.
• Manta - Castello della Manta: open 10:00–18:00; free entry for FAI members.
• Serralunga d’Alba - Serralunga Castle: guided visits at fixed times; booking recommended.
• Saluzzo - Casa Cavassa and La Castiglia: visits 10:00–13:00 and 14:00–19:00; some venues offer reduced rates during local initiatives.

Numerous other monuments participate with varied schedules and booking rules (for example Torre di Corneliano, Castello di Roddi, the General Bonaparte Museum in Mombasiglio). Check specific details before you travel.

Practical tips for visitors

• Book in advance: many museums and guided tours require online or phone reservations.
• Check opening times: several sites operate by time slots; verify opening hours and last admission times.
• Weather: many activities are outdoors; plan your route according to the forecast.
• Local offers: cities sometimes provide reduced museum rates during promotional periods.

For the full list of participating sites and events, consult the official tourist portals for Cuneo province and the Langhe-Roero area. The weekend also features related city events such as public talks, children’s workshops and performances.