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Varallo (11,6Km)The sacred mountain of Varallo Sesia

Macugnaga (17,1Km)Excursion to the Zamboni - Zappa hut from Pecetto di Macugnaga

Madonna del Sasso (19,9Km)Beleto, a hamlet of the Madonna del Sasso

Orta San Giulio (22,7Km)Island of San Giulio on Lake Orta

Orta San Giulio (22,7Km)Legro — the Painted Country

Orta San Giulio (22,7Km)Orta San Giulio, the small town of artists

Isola Bella (28,6Km)Isola Bella, the home of the Borromeo

Stresa (29,1Km)A trip to Stresa on Lake Maggiore: places to visit and Borromean Islands

The sacred mountain of Varallo Sesia

Sacro Monte of Varallo Sesia

Piedmont is the region that, despite having so much to offer, has not yet been discovered by tourists who leave seduce by the best known goals. Yet it is a serious mistake because in Piedmont there are real treasures of human ingenius including the Sacro Monte of Varallo Sesia, an exceptional complex of buildings formed by 43 chapels located along a path that is immersed in the green of a hill above the small town, Varallo.

The foundation of the Sacro Monte is closely linked to the nature and faith of medieval man as well as to the political situation of that era when the pilgrimage in places of worship becomes difficult and dangerous. So from the 15th century projects began to be born whose role is to present to the faithful the facts of the Passion of Christ and give the opportunity to follow his steps without the need to make a tiring and expensive journey to the Holy Land.

This idea finds its expression in the inscription at the entrance to the tomb of Jesus where it is written: Ut hic Jerusalem vidat here wandering nequit — “For here to see Jerusalem who cannot pilgrim you.

Regardless of the religious aspect, Sacro Monte di Varallo is an extraordinary show for art lovers.

The complex of the buildings consists of about fifty chapels with 400 groups of figures and about 4000 figures that appear in the fascinating frescoes by great artists such as Gaudenzio Ferrari, Giulio Cesare Luini, Giovanni and Melchiorre d'Enrico, Michele Prestinari, the Rovere brothers known as “the Flemish”, Antonio d' Enrico called “the Tanzio”, Pier Francesco Mazzucchelli called “the Morazzone” and many others that over the course of a couple of centuries attributed to the birth of this & ldquo; New Jerusalem.”

The Sacro Monte has another interesting aspect: the naturalistic one. The complex itself stands on a rocky threshold that dominates the entire lower Valsesia up to Monte Fenera and, towards no

scritto da Lisabeth Evans - ultima modifica il 31/10/2021

Excursion to the Zamboni - Zappa hut from Pecetto di Macugnaga

Visible even hundreds of kilometers away, the eastern slope of Monte Rosa can be said to be the only Himalayan wall in Europe: an immense, dizzying bastion of rock and ice that rises for more than two kilometers at the head of Valle Anzasca.

It is therefore no coincidence that the proposed trip is always very busy, also thanks to the chairlift that significantly reduces the time to climb. In practice it is possible to reach, without difficulty, right under the wall, in a unique scenario not only in Italy, but in the entire continent.
From Macugnaga (60 km from Verbania) continue by car to the hamlet Pecetto, at 1358 meters above sea level. We then walk along an unmistakable dirt road (heading west) that goes into the woods, reaching the plateau of Alpe Burki (about 1600 meters).
The climb continues along a comfortable path in the Rado Forest, up to the basin where the building of the CAI Saronno Hut is located. A last short climb then leads to the Belvedere plateau, located on the morainic bump that divides the language of the homonymous glacier in two: altitude of 1940 meters, 1.30 hours from Pecetto.
Note: the Belvedere, on which there is a private refuge restaurant, is also reached by a chairlift that starts in Pecetto, of course can be used during periods of operation.
Continuing the excursion, from the Belvedere you reach, always on a comfortable path, the southern branch of the glacier, which you cross without difficulty on morainic debris.
Once reached the opposite moraine, the path heads south, reaching the now nearby Rifugio Zamboni—Zappa at the Alpe Pedriola: 2065 meters altitude, 0.45 hours from the Belvedere, in total 2.15 hours from Pecetto.
The return takes place along the same path as the climb, and takes 30 minutes to the Belvedere, and about 1.30 hours total up to Pecetto (not using the chairlift).
Variation: from the hut we recommend completing the trip reaching the not far Lake of Locce (altitude 2209 meters), and the wonderful & amp; nbsp; Ephemeral Lake, both reachable in about 30 minutes on a convenient walk south, along trail tracks.

Travel time: 3.45 hours - (1.15 using the chairlift).
Starting altitude: m. 1358
Difference in altitude: about 750
Difficulty: E — Hiking
Recommended period: June - October
Region: Piedmont
Province: Verbania
Valle/area: Valle Anzasca Are you interested in other excursions in neighboring areas? Discover the other wonderful excursions in the Piedmont region!

scritto da Andrew Russell - ultima modifica il 31/10/2021

A trip to Stresa on Lake Maggiore: places to visit and Borromean Islands

Palazzo Borromeo

Places to visit in Stresa Stresa is an excellent found to discover Lake Maggiore and its surrounding vicinity.
Visiting this place gives you the chance to visit and explore more spectacular scenaries including the annual festivals and concerts.
Major attractions include: Villa Taranto gardens - these are gardens that have a magnificent collection of flowers and plants all over the world in an English style plot.
The Umbrella Museum - this is located in Gignese near Stresa and contains a wonderful collection of umbrellas and parasols including a detailed history of the many families from the Gignese are who build them.
Stresa-Mottarone Cable Car - this takes you on a twenty minutes panoramic ride to Mount Mottarone giving you a chance to visit Alpine Gardens upon stoppage in the mid-way and by climbing the summit one gets a full 360° view of the Alps and over seven lakes.
Villa Pallavicino which is a 19th century villa is surrounded by landscaped parkland containing beautiful flowers, plants and trees with a small zoo.
In addition to the sites of attraction, there are a lot more activities you could do while in Stresa. There are numerous events you can enjoy during your retreat or visit including attending the Stresa festival, Jazz Ascona, Stresa jazz club concerts, the sound of America Honour Band amongst other local festivals.
Taking walks is one of the best ways to discover the hidden treasures of Stresa and Lake Maggiore or even beyond. There are a good number of towns around Lake Maggiore including Ascona , Baveno, Pallanza and Cannobio which are worth a visit.
You could indulge into other special interest in Stresa including religious tours, sports while finding out more about family activities. There are guided excursions which will facilitate your exploration around Lake Maggiore or visits to the last supper in Milan.
Isole Borromee Also known as Borromean Islands, they include three small islands and two islets located at the western arm of Lake Maggiore between Stresa and Verbania. Though covering a total of an estimated 50 acres, their picturesque setting is a major tourist attraction.
Deriving their name from the Borromeo family the islands are:
Isola Bella - this is a natural treasure made even better through human intervention and provides its visitors unparalleled view of Lake Maggiore. Dominated by its sumptuous baroque palace together with luxuriant Italian-style garden makes the island stands out as one of the tourist favorite destination. The gardens are stretched out on ten terraces and open to its visitors including the splendidly furnished rooms and magnificent salons embroidered with priceless artworks. You can reach the island via boat services or motor launch from Verbania, Baveno, Arona and Stresa.
Isola Madre - this is the largest island of the three borromean islands and is occupied by a number of architectural structures and its famously known for its gardens. The island has a magical atmosphere with immense garden of exotic and rare trees where pheasants and peacocks wander. Isola madre leaves its visitors with a memory of well manicured lawns, competently tended trees and flowers with skillfully laid out interiors. From Stresa or Baveno one can get to this island by train or by car
Isola dei Pescatori is the third island among the Borromean Island inhabited all year round though unlike the other two it no longer belongs to the Borromeo family. It’s commonly known for its traditional fishing practice.

A trip to Stresa: useful information

scritto da Dave Mitchell - ultima modifica il 07/01/2020

Mountain

Corpo Guide Alpine Monte Rosa

Macugnaga (17 Km)

Country

Tiglio monumentale

Macugnaga (16 Km)

Legend has it that the large-leaved Linden of Macugnaga was planted in the second half of the '200 by the first Walser shepherds who founded the country. About 12 meters high, with a circumference of more than 8 meters, the Tiglio is located in the esplanade in front of the Cemetery and the “Old Church”.

Art and culture

Rocca di Vogogna ruderi

Vogogna (17 Km)

The Rocca di Vogogna rises on a rocky spur, from which the whole country dominates from above. It is assumed to have been built around the 5th century, in Roman times. Unfortunately, in the 16th century it was destroyed and today only ruins can be seen. Despite this, it is possible to observe how impressive it was as a construction and understand that it was built with the purpose of defending and protecting against any enemy attacks.

Castello Visconteo

Vogogna (17 Km)

The original core of the Visconti Castle consisted of a square tower and a city wall placed towards the mountain. In 1348, the central buildings and the palace of the Pretorio wanted by Giovanni Visconti were added. In 1798, the castle passed ownership to the Municipality and was used as a prison. In 2004, the structure underwent restoration work, and today it enjoys an excellent state of conservation.

Museo della Miniera Aurifera della Guia

Macugnaga (16 Km)

Museo di Storia Quarnese

Quarna Sotto (16 Km)

Services and tourist information

Comune di Fobello

Fobello

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Fobello

Fobello

Comune di Pila

Pila Piemontese (15 Km)

Comune di Rima San Giuseppe

Alto Sermenza (12 Km)

Comune di Civiasco

Civiasco (14 Km)

Comune di Varallo

Varallo (12 Km)

Ufficio Turistico Macugnaga

Macugnaga (17 Km)

Comunita'Montana Valsesia

Varallo (12 Km)

Comune di Bannio Anzino

Bannio Anzino (10 Km)

Comune di Loreglia

Loreglia (17 Km)

Comune di Valstrona

Valstrona (14 Km)

Comune di Vogogna

Vogogna (17 Km)

Comune di Boccioleto

Boccioleto (8 Km)

Comune di Carcoforo

Carcoforo (9 Km)

Comune di Macugnaga

Macugnaga (17 Km)

Comune di Scopello

Scopello Alpe di Mera (14 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Alto Sermenza

Alto Sermenza (9 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Balmuccia

Balmuccia (8 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Bannio Anzino

Bannio Anzino (10 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Boccioleto

Boccioleto (7 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Campertogno

Campertogno (14 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Carcoforo

Carcoforo (9 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Ceppo Morelli

Ceppo Morelli (11 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Cervatto

Cervatto (1 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Civiasco

Civiasco (14 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Cravagliana

Cravagliana (6 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Loreglia

Loreglia (17 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Macugnaga

Macugnaga (17 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Massiola

Massiola (13 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Mollia

Mollia (13 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Piedimulera

Piedimulera (17 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Pieve Vergonte

Pieve Vergonte (16 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Piode

Piode (16 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Quarna Sopra

Quarna Sopra (17 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Quarna Sotto

Quarna Sotto (16 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Quarona

Quarona (17 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Rimella

Rimella (3 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Scopa

Scopa (11 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Valstrona

Valstrona (15 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Vanzone Con San Carlo

Vanzone Con San Carlo (10 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Varallo

Varallo (12 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Vocca

Vocca (7 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Vogogna

Vogogna (17 Km)

Comune di Cervatto

Cervatto (1 Km)

Comune di Campertogno

Campertogno (14 Km)

Comune di Mollia

Mollia (16 Km)

Comune di Piode

Piode (16 Km)

Comune di Quarona

Quarona (17 Km)

Comune di Balmuccia

Balmuccia (8 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni E di Accoglienza Turistica

Scopello Alpe di Mera (14 Km)

Comunita'Montana dello Strona E Basso Toce

Valstrona (14 Km)

Comunita' Montana Monte Rosa

Bannio Anzino (11 Km)

Comune di Vocca

Vocca (13 Km)

Comune di Cravagliana

Cravagliana (6 Km)

Comune di Rimasco

Alto Sermenza (8 Km)

Comune di Rimella

Rimella (3 Km)

Comune di Sabbia

Varallo (7 Km)

Comune di Scopa

Scopa (11 Km)

i.a.t.

Varallo (11 Km)

I.A.T. Uffico Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica

Macugnaga (17 Km)

I.A.T. Uffico Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica

Scopello Alpe di Mera (14 Km)

Pro Loco di Campello Monti - Valstrona

Valstrona (9 Km)

Pro Loco Quarna Sotto

Quarna Sotto (16 Km)

Pro Loco Quarna Sopra

Quarna Sopra (17 Km)

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Visit Fobello - Tourism and travel tips for your vacation or weekend.

Travel guides and videos

Varallo (11,6Km)The sacred mountain of Varallo Sesia

Macugnaga (17,1Km)Excursion to the Zamboni - Zappa hut from Pecetto di Macugnaga

Madonna del Sasso (19,9Km)Beleto, a hamlet of the Madonna del Sasso

Orta San Giulio (22,7Km)Island of San Giulio on Lake Orta

Orta San Giulio (22,7Km)Legro — the Painted Country

Orta San Giulio (22,7Km)Orta San Giulio, the small town of artists

Isola Bella (28,6Km)Isola Bella, the home of the Borromeo

Stresa (29,1Km)A trip to Stresa on Lake Maggiore: places to visit and Borromean Islands

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