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Distretto Turistico dei 
Laghi, Monti and Valli dell'Ossola

The romantic atmosphere of the lakes, the grandeur of the mountains, outdoor and wellness experiences and the excellence of food and wine

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Isola Bella - Foto di Marco Benedetto Cerini
Autumn and fall foliage
Autumn among lakes and mountains: 
when nature lights up its colors
Let yourself be captivated by the season's warm colors. Discover outdoor itineraries, nature walks, and unforgettable views
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Ferrata dei Picasass di Baveno, Lago Maggiore - Foto di Marco Benedetto Cerini
Slow Tourism
Live your adventure
one emotion at a time
Open-air movement, accessibility, locally produced food and wine and wellness
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Our Winter Experience
Be surprised
by Neveazzurra's Winter
An area on a human and family scale, for athletes and amateurs... snow on your doorstep
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Discover our territory between
Lakes and Mountains

The Distretto Turistico dei Laghi Monti e Valli dell'Ossola in northern Piedmont, just a stone's throw from the Swiss border and the large cities of Milan and Turin, is the ideal destination for a relaxing and quality stay.

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Alpine Destinations
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Parks

From the famous Lake Maggiore with its enchanting Borromean Islands, to the clear waters of the tranquil Lake Mergozzo, to the enchanted scenery of Lake Orta with the picturesque Island of San Giulio: jewels of nature, art and history that make these places one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in the world. All around, the wide range of the Ossola Valleys offers mountain lovers vast expanses of forests, alpine lakes, high peaks and spectacular parks.

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La Montagnetta

4 stars
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Centro Formazione Giovanile "G.Valditara"

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Museums

La Casa del Lago

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Hotels

Casa Fantini Lake Time

5 stars
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Museums

Museo dello Spazzacamino

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Mandali

Refuges

Bivacco Alpe Cortina

Holiday flats

Residence Le Primule

Case e Appartamenti Vacanza

FWL Four Wonderful Lakes - Romance on the Lake Panoramica

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Bed&Breakfasts

La Madonnina

1 star
Holiday flats

Arona Palace

3 stars
Farmhouses

Piccolo Ranch

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Castles, towers and walls: ancient views of lakes and mountains

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Lago d'Orta, Lago di Mergozzo, Lago Maggiore, Valli dell'Ossola
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Discover the "historical routes" between lakes and mountains in Upper Piedmont

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Lago di Mergozzo, Lago Maggiore, Valli dell'Ossola
Archivio Fotografico Distretto Turistico dei Laghi - Foto di Marco Benedetto Cerini

Slow City: ecotourism and traditions among the villages of excellence

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Lago d'Orta, Lago di Mergozzo, Lago Maggiore, Valli dell'Ossola
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Sport and
outdoors for all

How many outdoor activities can be enjoyed here from spring to autumn! If the waters of lakes, rivers and waterfalls are to be slipped into, the land is to be explored on foot, by bike or on horseback... and so is the sky, to be challenged in flight!

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Trekking

HISTORIC MOUNTAIN ROADS: Linea Cadorna: Piancavallo - Morissolo

Lago Maggiore
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PATH FOR ALL – Trails in Nature: Bosco Tenso

Valli dell'Ossola
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PATH FOR ALL – Trails in Nature: Piancavallo/Morissolo/Linea Cadorna

Lago Maggiore
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HISTORIC MOUNTAIN ROADS: Linea Cadorna: Ornavasso - Forte di Bara

Valli dell'Ossola
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Distretto Turistico dei Laghi

The variety of landscapes
so different and yet so close

Lago Maggiore - Archivio Fotografico Distretto Turistico dei Laghi - Foto di Marco Benedetto Cerini
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Outdoor & Nature

Experience the thrill of free flight with the zipline, test your courage with canyoning and adventure park trails, discover hiking trails thousands of kilometres long!

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Snowshoeing

PATH SNOW TREK - Riale/Rifugio Maria Luisa/Lake Toggia

Valli dell'Ossola
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Bike

MTB ROUTE: Green Circle Route of Lake Orta

Lago d'Orta
Sacro Monte Calvario di Domodossola
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Art, Culture & Faith

Dive into a slow and conscious tourism experience. Discover the hinterland, so close to the unmissable attractions of the area. Live your Lago Maggiore Experience!

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Villas and Gardens

Villa Bossi

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Faith

Sanctuary of Madonna del Sasso

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Terme di Premia
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Wellness

The waters of our region offer unique natural spectacles - from the mountains to the lakes - and possess high therapeutic properties.

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Water & Spa

Premia Springs

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Territory

Lake Mergozzo

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Food & Wine

Food and wine proposals amidst the culinary traditions of bygone days.

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Typical food and wine

CHEESE FROM OSSOLA

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Recipes

SECOND COURSE - “Cuchéla” from Varzo

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21 Feb - 20 Nov
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VERBANIA, OMEGNA - Stagione Concerti 2026 Scuola Toscanini

Stagione Concerti 2026 della Scuola di Musica Arturo ToscaniniProgramma...
27 Mar - 25 Ott
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CANNOBIO - Mostra diffusa: "Palloni gonfiati"

Il progetto espositivo dal titolo "Palloni gonfiati", curato da Marianna Cappia...
15 Apr - 5 Dic
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BAVENO - Rassegna “La pietra racconta” 2026 (X Ed.)

La rassegna “La pietra racconta” che vede uniti l’Ecomuseo del Granito, il Mu....
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CANNOBIO - Mostra personale: Storie di casa mia

Da sabato 9 maggio a domenica 25 ottobre 2026 si terrà la mostra personale di...

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