Pinerolo

Pinerolo: French elegance and chivalry

Nestled at the foot of the San Maurizio hill, Pinerolo tells of kings and knights, with an urban style influenced by French rule. The ideal starting point, home to the railway station.

The best of Pinerolo

• The mark of the Sun King: Louis XIV transformed the town into a monumental stronghold with spacious squares and barracks. Legend has it that the Donjon once housed the mysterious Man in the Iron Mask, the protagonist of a biennial re-enactment in October.
• Capital of the Cavalry: home to the Military Cavalry School, it was here that Captain Caprilli revolutionised the world of horsemanship with his natural method. You can discover its history by visiting the Historical Museum of the Cavalry.
• The town’s finest: the centre boasts the elegance of the Cathedral of San Donato and the breathtaking view from the hill of San Maurizio, a natural balcony overlooking the entire Pinerolo Apple Route.