Travelling along the road that crosses the watershed between the Bormida and Uzzone valleys, you follow a panoramic ridge that opens onto steep, deep cliffs.
This is where you come across Levice, nestled on the slope like a stone blanket spread across the hillside. It is a stark, exposed location yet the village exudes a surprising calm.
The historic centre retains its ancient, compact layout. Steep, narrow, streets climb the slopes between stone houses and ancient buildings whose appearance tells of a proud but troubled past. As you climb the streets, you will notice many details that demand your attention: entrances, architraves, and wrought-iron balconies that look out on the glorious views.
The church of San Rocco houses frescoes that reflect the devotion of the community, while the bell tower and its Romanesque arched windows dominates the skyline. These elements are not showy but their detail and precision leaves its mark.
Stony silence astride two valleys
From Levice there are views in both directions, across the two valleys that are separated by a narrow ridge. The light and the scenery change throughout the date, as the refreshing breeze blows down the valley.
Life runs at a more leisurely rhythm. It’s all about balance. Levice stands silently between the two valleys, a splendid position that it has quietly occupied for centuries.
