Historic Pantalera

A tradition from the past is renewed in the Historic Pantalera, which, with its charm and the magical setting of the Cathedral and the buildings of Piazza Risorgimento, brings this discipline back to its most ancient roots.

Fierce teams of champions will compete wearing traditional historical costumes.

In this way, locals and tourists will have the opportunity to rediscover the ancient game of pantalera, a variant of the classic pallapugno.
Pallapugno is a traditional Italian ball game played mainly in the Piedmont region. It involves hitting a rubber ball with a bandaged hand against a wall or within a court, aiming to score points by making it difficult for the opposing team to return the ball.

3.30 pm
free admission
Piazza Risorgimento
location
Piazza Risorgimento

12051 Alba CN

Piazza Risorgimento

It is the ancient mediaeval Platea and Roman Forum from which the public streets used to depart: Via principale, Via al Tanaro, Via al San Domenico, Via al Vescovado, Via al Convento di San Francesco, overlooked by the tall Negri tower demolished in 1866. This square represents the historical heart of the city where, among other things, the Duomo stands out, quite imposing with its structure reminiscent of its late-Gothic origins: on the outside visitors can admire the tall bell tower and, inside, various paintings, sculptures and bas-reliefs.