Ostana

Few communities in Piedmont have a history as closely tied to Alpine depopulation and renewal as Ostana. Set on the slopes of the upper Po Valley beneath Monviso, the municipality is made up of several hamlets rather than one compact centre. The Po rises nearby at Pian del Re on Monviso’s flank, connecting Ostana to Italy’s longest river almost at its source. After decades of population loss, restoration and new building brought renewed year-round life to the settlement. Occitan heritage remains important here, and Premio Ostana honours writing and cultural work in mother tongues. Browse additional webcams from the upper Po Valley to extend your view of Monviso and western Piedmont.

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