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Mottarone. Alpyland

Pubblicato : Saturday, 6 January, 2024 - 22:22

 

It is hard to imagine a more atmospheric roller coaster than this. Although technically it is Alpine Coaster, a bobsleigh track on rails, which can be used in both winter and summer. With its 1,200 metres all downhill (100 metres difference in altitude), one experiences both the thrill of speed and the unique experience of its panorama. Located on the summit of Mottarone, it allows unique views of Lake Maggiore, the Alps and the Lombardy region, and thanks to the personal brake, everyone can choose their own speed of descent.

 

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Mottarone

Pubblicato : Saturday, 6 January, 2024 - 17:28

 

At 1492 metres, it is among the lowest peaks in the Alps, but despite this it dominates a spectacular panorama, which has earned it the nickname of the 'mountain of the seven lakes'. Together with the two large lakes, Orta and Maggiore, on sunny days it is also possible to see nearby Lake Mergozzo, as well as the lakes of the Varese region (Varese, Monate, Comabbio and Biandronno). All this surrounded by the Alps. Easily reached by car, it is the ideal destination even for lazy climbers. In fact, its summit is only a few metres walk from the car park.

 

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Laveno Mombello

Pubblicato : Saturday, 6 January, 2024 - 09:51

 

Considered the tourist capital of the Lombard shore of Lake Maggiore, it has a very pleasant centre with bars, restaurants, boutiques and small shops. Equally charming is the lakeside promenade that leads from the Gaggetto park to the harbour. From the lakefront, it is possible to admire the profile of the Piedmontese coastline along which Verbania stands out, located directly opposite the Laveno landing stage. Finally, by means of a cestovia, it is possible to reach Poggio Sant'Elsa, located behind Laveno, and from whose panoramic terrace one can enjoy a breathtaking view.

 

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Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso

Pubblicato : Friday, 5 January, 2024 - 10:47

 

A place of ancient charm, in the Hermitage of Santa Caterina nature, art and history merge with the rock of Sasso Ballaro to which it clings, like a silent guardian of the waters of Lake Maggiore. The chapel, which dates back to the end of the 12th century, was soon flanked by two other churches, that of Santa Maria Nove and that of San Nicola or Nicolao, protector of sailors. Over the centuries, first the Dominicans, then the Ambrosians, then the Carmelites stayed there. Since 2019, religious management has been entrusted to the Franciscan Fraternity of Bethany.

 

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Angera. Rocca Borromea

Pubblicato : Saturday, 30 December, 2023 - 17:02

 

The Rocca di Angera, strategically located on the shores of Lake Maggiore, is a medieval castle that houses historic rooms with 14th-century frescoes, large courtyards and a lovely garden with flower beds, aromatic plants, vegetables and medicinal herbs. Outside, the terrace offers a suggestive view of the lake panorama thanks to its position dominating the landscape on a rocky spur. Inside the Rocca d'Angera you can also admire the Doll Museum and a collection of fine majolica.

 

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Sesto Calende. Riversade

Pubblicato : Friday, 29 December, 2023 - 15:51

 

Sesto Calende stands in a very picturesque location, at the exact point where Lake Maggiore becomes the Ticino River. The very lively town has a very pleasant 'lungofiume' (riverside) promenade, suitable for all, and suitable for cyclists who choose to ride southwards, in the Ticino Park, pedalling as far as Pavia or as far as Milan, in which case first along the Ticino river and then along the Villoresi Canal and the Naviglio Grande on a cycle path.

 

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Cannobio

Pubblicato : Thursday, 28 December, 2023 - 20:42

 

The last Italian outpost before the Swiss border, the centre of Cannobio is particularly picturesque with clusters of pastel-coloured houses overlooking a labyrinth of cobbled alleyways. Via al Castello is an ancient street that has remained virtually untouched for centuries, with toutuous stairways winding between multi-storeyed houses. The promenade, one of the most beautiful on Lake Maggiore, is embellished with historic structures, arcades, boutiques and cafés on one side and the beach and water on the other. The promenade culminates in Piazza Vittorio Emanuele III, the most important square in town.

 

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Cannero Riviera. The castles

Pubblicato : Thursday, 28 December, 2023 - 12:39

 

These spectacular castles, known as 'Malpaga', emerge on the waters of the lake giving the impression of floating. A couple of kilometres from the urban centre, they stand on two small islands and today are only ruins. Fortified during the Middle Ages, they served to control trade in Switzerland. After a series of long and bloody sieges they underwent various changes of ownership until they became the property of the Borremeo family in the 16th century. The family still owns it today. The purity of the surrounding waters has earned it a blue flag.

 

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