Cissone
Cissone, a small village immersed in the nature of Langhe
Cissone is a beautiful Italian village in the province of Cuneo, located in the Piedmont region. Its peculiarity is being a small hamlet with only 81 inhabitants, surrounded by large forests and lush countryside. The language spoken in this place is Piedmontese, an ancient and fascinating language derived from Gallo-Italic.
Physical geography
Territory
Cissone is a jewel nestled among the green hills of Langhe, a region known for its breathtaking landscapes and high-quality agriculture, especially for its prized wines such as Barolo and Barbaresco. The hamlet is located on a hill that dominates a valley covered with woods, carved by the Rio Riavolo, a small river that runs through the area. The municipal territory of Cissone covers an area of 6.41 km² and extends between 417 and 682 meters above sea level. The capital is located at an altitude of 661 meters and is an ideal place for those seeking peace and direct contact with nature.
Border with other cities
Cissone borders to the west and north with Roddino, another small hamlet nestled among the hills, to the east with Serravalle Langhe, a municipality known for its famous medieval castle, and to the south with Bossolasco and Dogliani, two important cities in the Langhe region for the production of high-quality wines.
Society
Demographic evolution
The demography of this small village has undergone several changes over time. In 1861, the population was 631 inhabitants, while today there are only 81 people living in the area. This data shows how Cissone is a place far from the chaos of big cities and where life follows a slow and peaceful rhythm, in harmony with nature.
Administration
Cissone is an administrative fraction of the municipality of Dogliani since January 1, 2018. Before that, it was part of the Alta Langa and Langa delle Valli Bormida and Uzzone Mountain Community until its suppression in 2018. Below is a table of the administrations that have succeeded in this municipality, starting from 1985:
Notes
There are no special notes to report on this municipality.
Other projects
Due to its small size and secluded location, Cissone has no particularly relevant projects outside its territory.
External links
To learn more about this enchanting municipality, you can visit the official website of the municipality of Dogliani, which Cissone is part of. There you can find all the useful information to visit this small hamlet nestled among the hills of Langhe. You can also find information on local traditions, events, and activities that can be carried out in the area.
