Avigliana

Located in a natural morainic amphitheater, Avigliana is a medieval village in the Lower Susa Valley at the foot of Mount Pirchiriano, where the famous religious complex of the Sacra di San Michele stands. The castle, built at the beginning of the 10th century and reduced to ruins in 1691, towers above the town, offering a unique viewpoint over the peak of Mount Rocciamelone.
Avigliana is renowned for its two lakes, Lago Piccolo and Lago Grande, two bodies of water set within a vast green area. The Natural Park that encompasses them features a diverse ecosystem: rolling hills, the marshy Mareschi area, and the two lakes. Three distinct yet interconnected habitats make this environment an essential stop for many species of migratory birds.