Pollenzo is a place where history, beauty, and Piedmontese food and wine tradition come together in a truly special atmosphere. Located just a few kilometers from Bra, in the heart of the Langhe area, Pollenzo is an ancient village full of charm, able to captivate visitors with its historic architecture, elegant squares, and deep connection to wine culture and good food. Its origins are very ancient: here stood the Roman city of Pollentia, an important settlement during the imperial era, of which archaeological evidence can still be admired today. The heart of the village is the splendid Agenzia di Pollenzo, an impressive complex commissioned by King Charles Albert of Savoy in the 19th century, which reflects the royal family's strong connection to agriculture and the land. A place of great historical and architectural value, today it is also known for hosting the University of Gastronomic Sciences, created to promote the local heritage food and the gastronomic traditions of the world. Walking among the brick buildings, towers, courtyards, and the charming square, you can feel an atmosphere from another time, where every corner tells a story. Pollenzo is also a privileged gateway to the world of the Langhe: a land full of vineyards, castles, medieval villages, great wines, and authentic flavors. Visiting Pollenzo means taking a journey through time and Piedmontese culture, discovering a small village that holds centuries of history, a passion for the land, and a love for culinary excellence. It’s a cozy, elegant place full of character, where it’s worth stopping, strolling without rush, and letting yourself be captivated by its beauty. Because in Pollenzo, you don’t just visit a village: you discover an authentic part of the soul of Piedmont.
The Corte Albertina is a structure that was once used as a centre for agricultural production and experimentation, and now houses a cosy hotel that preserves the charm of ancient times. Immersed in this historical dimension, guests can enjoy all the comforts of modernity in a structure that is an ideal starting point to get to know the area with its fascinating hills producing extraordinary wines, traditional food and landscapes to explore on foot or by bicycle. The hotel is located between the neo-Gothic square of Pollenzo and the courtyard of the old royal farmhouse, offers beautiful landscapes and shares some outdoor spaces with the prestigious University of Gastronomic Sciences, attended by students from all over the world. The hotel offers its guests a restaurant at the nearby Hotel dell'Agenzia, reception, a separate breakfast room, and a large car park. The rooms are equipped with shower, telephone, minibar, colour TV, safe, hairdryer, air conditioning, wi-fi.