Prunetto is an instantly recognisable hilltop village with stone houses clustered high up while dominating them all is Prunetto castle, open to visitors, standing perched on the edge of a ravine like a rock sentinel.
It is one of the most scenic and imposing complexes in the Alta Langa, not only for its size but also for its location, in a place which exploits the landscape without ever taming it. The historic centre retains its compact layout, made up of short passageways, stone façades, and still-visible mediaeval details. The Gothic arch marking the entrance gives the village a distinct, almost theatrical character, yet this is a place of simplicity and authenticity.
Next to the castle is the ancient sanctuary of Madonna del Carmine, an integral part of the complex. The religious presence here is not insignificant: it adds depth to a place that for centuries has been a garrison and reference point for the surrounding communities.
Prunetto is not a monument, it is a living village. It is also linked to a figure who has become a symbol of Prunetto: Bruno Carbone, known as Brav’om, a singer and familiar presence at festivals with his accordion. For over forty years, his music has accompanied dances and gatherings like a local soundtrack that brings the villagers out into the square, even when the season is cold and the hill seems still.
