Historic residences in Piedmont: routes and events for Salone Off (May

Historic residences in Piedmont: routes and events (May 8–19, 2026)

During the Salone Off period (May 8–19, 2026) seven historic residences across the provinces of Turin and Cuneo offer events focused on history, art and local culture. Some activities are free, others require a ticket or prior reservation. Below are the main events and practical details for attendees.

• Saturday, May 9, 2026 — Villa Bona, Carignano (TO), 5:00 PM: author talk with Angelo Berton presenting "Vegania." Event organized in collaboration with ADSI. Reservation recommended (info: [email protected], phone 3392651393).
• Sunday, May 10, 2026 — Distilleria Storica Chialva, Pancalieri (TO), 3:00–5:00 PM: guided visits, presentations and tastings as part of "Omnia Menta." Free event with mandatory booking (info & reservations: www.menta.it/visite/).
• Saturday, May 16, 2026 — Palazzo dei Conti di Bricherasio (TO), 4:00 PM: book presentation of "Anonima Cronisti" with author Beppe Minello; event in collaboration with ADSI.
• Sunday, May 17, 2026 — Castello della Margarita (CN), 10:00 AM–6:00 PM: guided tours and plein air painting workshops. Entry to the main courtyard is free; access to the garden and the Chinese apartment is paid (€10, 45-minute slots, no reservation required).
• Sunday, May 17, 2026 — Villa Corinna, Villanova Mondovì (CN), 10:00–12:30 / 2:30–6:00 PM: exhibition "Sfogliare il mondo" on travel books from the 19th and early 20th centuries. Exhibition access is free; park and selected rooms may have an admission fee (info & reservations: phone 3402500419, [email protected]).

ADSI National Day — May 24, 2026: more than 500 private residences open free of charge across Italy; approximately 36 sites in Piedmont (palaces, castles, villas and historic gardens) will participate.

How to attend

For the full schedule and to book, consult the Association of Historic Houses in Italy (ADSI). Always check opening times, ticketing and access rules before visiting: some events have limited places or fixed guided-tour slots.

• Arrive a few minutes before the scheduled start time.
• Contact organizers for accessibility details and available services.
• Follow any safety instructions only if specifically requested by the organizers.

Location example

Villa Bona — Via Monte di Pietà, 3, 10041 Carignano (TO). Coordinates: 44.9075881, 7.6766831.