Sale San Giovanni, a region in Piedmont, Italy, features a distinctive hilly landscape characterized by extensive lavender and medicinal plant fields. This area offers varied terrain, including forest tracks and open cultivations, which provide a suitable environment for outdoor pursuits. Panoramic viewpoints across the Valbormida valley add to the region's appeal for activities such as hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, and more.
Sale San Giovanni offers more than 20 routes across…
58
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4.6
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Average rating
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3.0
(1)
6
hikers
5.99km
01:49
210m
210m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

15.0km
04:40
580m
580m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(31)
149
hikers
10.8km
03:11
300m
300m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
16
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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51
riders
70.4km
03:31
1,070m
1,070m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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34
riders
84.7km
04:31
1,600m
1,600m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

6
riders
105km
04:59
1,340m
1,340m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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56
riders
58.9km
03:12
1,210m
1,210m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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32
riders
92.7km
06:24
1,670m
1,670m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7
riders
51.9km
03:56
1,270m
1,270m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16
riders
24.9km
01:26
120m
120m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
10.1km
00:48
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
(2)
11
riders
41.2km
03:49
1,000m
1,000m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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14
riders
36.1km
03:24
840m
840m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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10
riders
8.98km
00:39
160m
160m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
31.8km
02:23
670m
670m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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9
runners
8.63km
00:58
170m
170m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
runners
6.91km
00:43
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
runners
6.33km
00:43
140m
140m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
runners
5.45km
00:38
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3
riders
29.5km
01:59
480m
480m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
56.1km
03:52
940m
940m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
32.6km
02:26
700m
700m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
22.0km
01:33
410m
410m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Sale San Giovanni offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features 25 routes across these sports, with an average rating of 4.45 out of 5 stars from more than 600 ratings.
The primary natural attractions are the extensive lavender and medicinal plant fields, which transform the hillsides with color during blooming season. Panoramic viewpoints, such as the Big Bench and Heart Sculpture of Roccavignale, offer expansive views of the Valbormida valley. Forest tracks also provide varied terrain for exploration.
Yes, Sale San Giovanni features 12 hiking routes, with color-coded paths ranging from 0.7 miles (1.1 km) to 6.1 miles (9.8 km). These trails cater to various fitness levels and allow for self-guided exploration through cultivated fields and scenic areas. More information can be found in the Hiking around Sale San Giovanni guide.
Sale San Giovanni is suitable for road cycling, with routes that are part of the 'Balcony road Alta Langa' experience. During the blooming season (June and July), communal roads to cultivation areas are closed to vehicles, creating ideal conditions for cyclists. Explore routes in the Road Cycling Routes around Sale San Giovanni guide.
The region offers mountain biking opportunities on its forest tracks, which feature varied terrain with ascents and descents. These routes can lead to picturesque locations like the Uzzone valley. Details on trails are available in the MTB Trails around Sale San Giovanni guide.
Yes, Sale San Giovanni offers color-coded hiking paths that vary in length and difficulty, starting from 0.7 miles (1.1 km). These shorter routes are suitable for beginners or those seeking a less strenuous experience. The car-free access during the blooming season also makes many routes accessible for leisurely exploration.
The best time to visit for outdoor activities, particularly to experience the lavender and medicinal plant fields, is during the blooming season from mid-June to early July. During this period, communal roads leading to cultivation areas are closed to vehicles, enhancing the experience for pedestrians and cyclists.
Komoot offers several guides for Sale San Giovanni, including Hiking around Sale San Giovanni, Road Cycling Routes around Sale San Giovanni, and MTB Trails around Sale San Giovanni. Other guides cover general cycling, running, and gravel biking in the area. These guides provide detailed information and route suggestions for various sports.
Sale San Giovanni is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 6,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the region have received an average rating of 4.45 out of 5 stars from over 600 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among outdoor enthusiasts.
Yes, the region includes historical and religious sites that offer cultural interest amidst scenic backdrops. Notable examples include the Sanctuary of Madonna dei Monti, built with Langa stone, and the Sanctuary of Gottasecca. These sites are often located in panoramic positions.
The official website for the Municipality of Sale San Giovanni is http://www.comune.salesangiovanni.cn.it/. The main switchboard phone number for the Municipality is +39 0174-75000. This number can also be used to reach the tourist office during the lavender flowering period.

