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From the tranquil waters of lakes to historic villages nestled among valleys, via hills, glaciers and nature reserves, discover a corner of Italy rich in nature, culture and history.
Overlooking the Swiss shore of Lake Maggiore, Ascona is a colorful town with a mild climate and a rich historical, artistic, and cultural heritage. Once a fishing village, today Ascona...
Locarno, on the shores of Lake Maggiore, has a charming atmosphere steeped in history, which can be felt above all in the city's nerve center, Piazza Grande. The oldest part...
Towards the end of the Lake Maggiore is Arona, the principal seat of the Borromeo family, which for centuries exerted a strong influence on the lake area. The giant statue...
The enchanting little lakeside town of Baveno, next to Stresa, is of Roman origin, and is famous for its mineral water springs and its quarries of pink granite, and as...
Bèe is a municipality in the province of Verbano Cusio Ossola, located on a flat area between the hills surrounding Lake Maggiore, at the foot of Mount Cimolo and Mount...
The last part of the Piedmont shore of Lake Maggiore goes from Belgirate to Castelletto Ticino, and possesses a variety of places of artistic and cultural interest. The little Romanesque...
Cannero Riviera, a small lakeside town on the shore of the upper part of Lake Maggiore, has a climate that is more Mediterranean than sub-alpine, thanks to its sheltered situation...
Cannobio is the last town on the shore of Lake Maggiore before the Swiss border. Today it is one of the prime tourist resorts in the VCO province. The discovery...
Dormelletto is located in the southern part of Lake Maggiore, in the province of Novara. Some of the town's points of interest include the parish church of Santa Maria Assunta...
Just outside Verbania and surrounded from green hillsides and blue waters, Ghiffa has a Hat Museum and the Sacro Monte of the Holy Trinity, a Baroque complex of chapels in...
Gignese is a town in the Verbano Cusio Ossola province, located halfway between Stresa and Mottarone. The patron saint of the town is Saint Maurice, after whom the local church,...
The municipality of Oggebbio includes 15 little villages, some on the lake shore and others scattered on the hillside overlooking the lake. Approaching Oggebbio from above Ghiffa on the provincial...
A site of ancient settlements (archaeological remains dating back to the Bronze Age and the period of the Roman Empire have been found), Premeno today is a significant tourist centre...
Internationally recognised as the jewel of Lake Maggiore, Stresa is one of the most exclusive tourist destinations on Lake Maggiore. This little “strip of land” (the name Stresa derives from...
Verbania is the capital of the Verbano Cusio Ossola Province and a lively holiday centre. Outstanding among it 19th century mansions are Villa San Remigio, Villa Giulia and Villa Taranto,...
One of the most spectacular sacred places of Lake Orta is surely the Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Rock (Madonna del Sasso) built near the hamlet of the same...
In its location facing Lake Orta, the small town of Orta San Giulio is a one of the top destinations for tourists visiting the Verbano Cusio Ossola province. A favourite...
Pettenasco is located on the eastern shore of Lake Orta and is a popular tourist destination. It has a small beach and a landing stage. The Church of Sant'Audenzio and...
Mergozzo, overlooking the lake of the same name, is one of the most beautiful lakeside villages in the Lake Maggiore area and has been a sought-after holiday destination since the...
Bogogno is an Italian municipality in the province of Novara. The Parish Church of Sant'Agnese is located in the upper part of the town, while the Church of Santa Maria...
Borgomanero lies on the plain between the hills of the River Sesia and the River Ticino; it is the second largest town in the province of Novara, and an important...
The town of Castelletto Sopra Ticino used to be an important centre of the local economy. Its ancient harbour prospered by transporting goods and passengers along the River Ticino to...
Comignago is a village in the province of Novara, 7 km from Castelletto Sopra Ticino. Once the centre of a thriving rural economy, it is now known for the mill...
The area of low hills and rice fields in the northern part of Novara province retains its rural character, enhanced by the many cascine (farmhouses), roccoli (fowling towers) and outbuildings...
Invorio is a municipality in the province of Novara, created in 1928 from the merger of Invorio Superiore and Invorio Inferiore. Due to its location, it is also known as...
The Piedmontese city of Novara, in northern Italy, rises in the middle of rice fields and traces its origins back to Roman times; it was a municipium in the 1st...
All that remains of the ancient medieval bridge of Romagnano Sesia, which once united the shores of Romagnano and Gattinara, crossing the waters of the great River Sesia, are the...
The Antrona Valley is one of the seven valleys making up the Ossola area, and is well worth exploring. The steep road leading up to the valley begins in Villadossola,...
Baceno is located in the Antigorio Valley, at the entrance to the Formazza Valley. It is renowned for its proximity to the Alpe Devero Natural Park, the Uriezzo Gorges, and...
Only 7 km from Domodossola, the Bognanco Valley features lush vegetation and several springs of pure water. The main village in the valley, also called Bognanco, owes its fame to...
Craveggia (whose name derives from a word meaning “goat pasture”) is one of the most picturesque villages in the Vigezzo Valley, as well as one of the oldest; recent excavations...
Crodo gave its name to the famous “Crodino” and the mineral waters that flow from rich springs located within the thermal Park (Valle d’Oro and Cistella) and around (Lisiel and...
Domodossola has always been a focal point for the seven surrounding valleys (Anzasca, Antrona, Bognanco, Antigorio, Divedro, Formazza, Vigezzo). It has the character of a frontier town, and is an...
Druogno lies in the Vigezzo Valley at an altitude of 831 mt, and is the chief town of a district authority with villages scattered over a large area. The Celtic...
The historic village of Formazza lies in the northernmost corner of Piedmont region, close to the border with Switzerland. The community’s Walser origin, which goes back to the 13th century...
Macugnaga is a pretty mountain village in a marvellous setting at the foot of the awe-inspiring east face of Monte Rosa at the end of the Anzasca Valley. It was...
Malesco, the last village in the Vigezzo Valley just before it joins the Cannobina Valley, is a perfect destination for nature lovers and anyone interested in traditional architecture. The nearby...
The Antigorio Valley, with its large villages of Baceno, Premia and Crodo, offers a wealth of itineraries of both scenic and cultural interest. The valley ends at Premia, where there...
Re is one of the most picturesque villages in the Vigezzo Valley, lying at an altitude of 710 m a.s.l. just over 7 km from Switzerland. It is a true...
The historic little town of Santa Maria Maggiore lies at an altitude of 816 mt in the Vigezzo Valley. Once the capital of the so-called “Valley of the painters”, today...
The ancient village of Vogogna, of medieval origin, lies in the heart of the Ossola area, not far from Lake Maggiore, Lake Orta and Switzerland. Now part of the Val...
The Lombard shore of Lake Maggiore is fringed with the little towns of Sesto Calende, Angera, Santa Caterina del Sasso, Laveno, Luino and Maccagno, each with attractive natural or architectural...
Luino is located in the province of Varese, on the eastern shore of Lake Maggiore. It borders Switzerland to the east, via the Fornasette pass.
Sesto Calende is a village in the province of Varese located at the southern end of Lake Maggiore, where the Ticino River resumes its journey towards the Po River.
The city of Varese and the small towns on the east shore of Lake Maggiore belong to the region of Lombardy. Varese is built on seven hills, Biumo Superiore, Giubiano, San...
The city of Biella, recently awarded the titles of UNESCO Creative City and Alpine City of the Year 2021, offers numerous archaeological, artistic, and architectural treasures. In the Biella Piano...
The municipality of Candelo, in the province of Biella, is mainly known for its medieval Ricetto, a fortified structure where the population stored precious goods such as grain and wine....
Cossato is an Italian municipality in the province of Biella, in northern Piedmont. It is the second largest in terms of population and economic importance, with Roman origins and a...
Vigliano Biellese is known for its strategic location between Biella and Cossato and is an important transit hub in the area. It gained independence in 1776 and underwent significant industrial...
Alagna Valsesia is a characteristic Walser village located at the foot of Monte Rosa and part of the Alta Valsesia Natural Park. It preserves a rich artistic heritage and strong...
The main economic center of Valsesia and an important commercial crossroads, Borgosesia is a populous municipality located at the foot of Mount Fenera. There are many reminders of the town's...
Gattinara is an ancient village in the province of Vercelli, known throughout the world mainly for the production of the wine of the same name, Gattinara DOCG. One of the...
Santhià, in the province of Vercelli, is an industrial and agricultural center, as well as a road and commercial hub dating back to medieval times. It is also crossed by...
Trino, in the province of Vercelli, is located at the foot of the Monferrato hills, in the lower Vercelli plain. Two of the main points of interest are located just...
Vercelli is one of the Piedmontese cities richest in art, culture, and traditions to discover.Its historic center, with the beautiful Piazza Cavour, is the perfect place for a stroll among...
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Fanny Usellini Museum: a new museum opens in Arona
26 September 2026
17 September 2026
From 26-09-2026 00:00
To 31-12-2026 00:00
With 556 paintings and works ranging from futurism to American and African art, including works by Andy Warhol, de Chirico, Guttuso, and Dalì, on Saturday, September 26th, a new museum...
Bettelmatt 2026 is Ready, the Excellence of Alpine Cheese
15 September 2026
15 September 2026
From 15-09-2026 00:00
To 31-10-2026 00:00
Bettelmatt 2026 production, an excellence among alpine cheeses, is ready to be enjoyed on the tables of gourmets and lovers of good cheese. In September, as every year, the branding...
Walking through the Novara Hills to experience the colors of autumn
20 August 2026
20 August 2026
From 20-08-2026 00:00
To 08-11-2026 00:00
After last year’s success, Itinerarium returns to organize the Walk of the Novara Hills with 5 stages to discover magnificent places in Upper Piedmont with the colors of autumn. The...
Ciclovia del Mare: third place at the "Green Road Award"
24 June 2026
24 June 2026
From 24-06-2026 00:00
To 31-12-2026 21:55
The “Ciclovia del Mare” itinerary proposed by the Piedmont Region ranked third place ex aequo at the Green Road Award, the Italian Oscar of cycle tourism. The Ciclovia del Mare...
Colossus: the zipline that runs at a height of 150m above the Poala Valley
16 June 2026
16 June 2026
From 16-06-2026 00:00
To 31-12-2027 00:00
Colossus was recently inaugurated, the zipline that runs at a height of 150m above the Poala Valley, starting in Veglio and arriving in the municipality of Valdilana. The route is...
"4 Reduced for 1 Full": The Initiative of MUVV Museums in Vercelli and Varallo
23 December 2025
23 December 2025
From 23-12-2025 00:00
To 31-03-2027 21:55
“4 Reduced for 1 Full” is an initiative by the MUVV Museums of Vercelli and Varallo to promote local culture: by presenting a full-price ticket purchased at any museum within...
A new itinerary in Pollone (Bi): On the Trails of Pier Giorgio
28 November 2025
28 November 2025
From 28-11-2025 00:00
To 31-12-2026 00:00
The itinerary “Sui sentieri di Pier Giorgio” (On the Trails of Pier Giorgio) will be inaugurated in the spring of 2026. it is a route that touches upon the places...
Enchanting Itineraries: Upper Piedmont among Historic Homes, Villas and Gardens
4 July 2025
19 May 2025
From 04-07-2025 16:00
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Visiting Upper Piedmont is like opening a treasure chest: historic residences and picturesque gardens lead you through stunning landscapes and extraordinary architecture, striking a perfect balance between culture and nature....
In Alto Piemonte, following the trail of Italy’s Most Beautiful Villages
8 May 2025
8 May 2025
From 08-05-2025 14:00
To
Recognised among the “Most Beautiful Villages in Italy,” Vogogna, Orta San Giulio, Rassa, the Ricetto of Candelo and Rosazza are gems set amidst lakes, mountains and hills, each with its...