From Bra, you continue towards the heart of the Roero and the town of Pocapaglia, with breath-taking views of the 'Rocche', dramatically barren hills of sand and clay which possess very little vegetation and are totally in contrast to the lush and verdant colours of the nearby Langa Wine Hills. Along the way, the visitor will also have the opportunity to admire tumbling inland cliffs close to the 'Rocche' with thick woodland growing right to their edges. Forested land alternates with local cultivations and there are some wonderful views to be had as you cycle among these starkly contrasting elements of landscape. It isn't surprising that local legends about the mysterious creatures known as 'masche' abound. The 'masche', a term in Piedmontese dialect, are a kind of wicked witch although the word can also be used to indicate evil wood sprites.
From here, the country road will take you back to Bra, where we advise a glass of good local wine to accompany the excellent local veal sausage, of which locals are justifiably proud.
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