Find out what you can visit in the surroundings
Il Lago di Mergozzo
a small pretty lake with a very clean water is located in a beautiful and quiet location. The natural beauties that surround it make it an ideal destination for an unforgettable holiday in an atmosphere full of charm.
The village of Mergozzo is characterised by narrow lanes formed by typical Ossolan stone houses leaning against each other divided by steep streets and steps. The central square of the village is very characterful, dominated by the ancient elm tree that has been awarded the title of 'monumental tree of Piedmont' and its picturesque alleys. Mergozzo is a land of ancient settlements, of which we find evidence in the rich collection of the Antiquarium museum, but it is also known and renowned for the famous granite of Montorfano and marble of Candoglia.
The Lake Maggiore and its valleys:
a touristic pearl of our territory, of particular interest thanks to the famous Borromeo Islands, to the areas such as Verbania, Stresa and Baveno and the mountains.
You can enjoy numerous excursions in our surroundings, with or without a tourist guide. The Borromeo Islands are famous all over the world: Isola Bella, with its enchanting palace and Italian garden; Isola Madre, famous for its beautiful botanical garden, made so special thanks to the mild climate of the island and the picturesque Isola dei Pescatori.
In Verbania, you can visit another botanical garden of incomparable beauty, that of Villa Taranto, which in every season offers different landscapes thanks to its countless botanical species, some of which are unique in Europe.
For mountain lovers, there are countless destinations: the Val Formazza where the highest waterfall in Europe, the Toce Waterfall, is located. Santa Maria Maggiore and the Vigezzo Valley, renowned for the school of painters it created in the past. Macugnaga, at the foot of Monte Rosa, known for being a Walser colony where it is still possible to get an idea of their ancient culture by visiting the Walser Museum. The Val Grande National Park. The Mottarone, located between Lake Maggiore and Lake Orta, from its 1,492 metres, is considered one of the most beautiful natural balconies.
Unparalleled scenery of the Seven Lakes. From the summit, Alpyland begins, a 1.2 km toboggan run, pure fun for young and old alike. With your children you can visit the Safari Park in Varallo Pombia, the Gottard Park Museum in Castelletto Ticino or you can spend a different day, full of sport and adventure.
Lake Orta:
The region of Lake Orta, which boasts a certified tourist tradition, is appreciated for the serene beauty of its landscapes, the charm of its history and the wealth of works of art (especially Romanesque and Baroque architecture).
Orta San Giulio (with Piazza and 16th-18th century palaces) is the small capital of the area, dominated by the Sacro Monte (20 chapels with statues and frescoes depicting the life of San Francesco d'Assisi) and fronted by the islet of San Giulio (Romanesque basilica, with a pulpit from the 12th century). A small village that has captivated writers and painters for centuries. A jewel of medieval architecture that extends between narrow and evocative alleys.
Other places of particular interest: Pettenasco (Medieval House); Omegna (sports and bathing facilities in Bagnella); Lido di Gozzano; Vacciago (Calderara Collection of contemporary art); sanctuaries of the Madonna del Sasso (with a superb panorama) and della Bocciola; church of the Madonna di Luzzara (15th-century frescoes). In Quarna Sotto, there is the Museum of Musical Instruments.