Places
Cave·Easy·Family·Popular
Grotta di Pugnetto
Piedmont
Tucked into the Stura di Lanzo's steep flank near Mezzenile, this modest cave has been explored since at least the Bronze Age and now hosts a protected bat roost studied by regional naturalists. The short approach climbs through chestnut terraces with views back down the valley toward the Lanzo plain. Inside, low-ceilinged galleries and a resident colony of horseshoe bats reward a quiet, unhurried visit.
Duration
1.5 hours
Distance
3 km
Elevation
+100 m
Best season
May – September
Highlights
- Protected bat colony
- Bronze Age archaeological finds
- Short chestnut-terrace approach
With your dog
Short approach path fine for leashed dogs; cave interior has uneven wet footing.
