Only a short ride (55 km) from Torino, Balme (1432m.) is the highest village in the Lanzo Valleys, the last one of Ala di Stura Valley. Once the cradle of Piedmont mountainering and historic site of vacation in the early 20th century, today is a mecca for expert mountainers as well as simple trekkers who loves uncontaminated mountains and huge, quiet landscapes. Balme offer to its visitors a perfect starting point for beautiful treks, climbing and winter sports like snow shoes walks, treks, mountain biking and cross-country ski.