Sightseeing
A cable lift (2-places each) almost to the summit of Sasso del Ferro (1100 m approx) about 16 minutes. From the top a breathtaking panoramic view. We usually take the lift up and come down walking.
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Funivia Laveno - Sasso del Ferro - Lago Maggiore station
15 Via Don C. TinelliA cable lift (2-places each) almost to the summit of Sasso del Ferro (1100 m approx) about 16 minutes. From the top a breathtaking panoramic view. We usually take the lift up and come down walking.
A must for those who love gardens: spectacular blooming of camellias, rhododendri, forsythias, magolie and bulbous, open from mid March to November. www.villataranto.it
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Botanischer Garten Villa Taranto
111 Via Vittorio VenetoA must for those who love gardens: spectacular blooming of camellias, rhododendri, forsythias, magolie and bulbous, open from mid March to November. www.villataranto.it
One of the most charming sights in the area: Hermitage clinging to a rock overhanging the lake, 268 steps (or elevator) if coming from land and 80 if arriving by boat. www.santacaterinadelsasso.com
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Santa Caterina del Sasso
13 Via Santa CaterinaOne of the most charming sights in the area: Hermitage clinging to a rock overhanging the lake, 268 steps (or elevator) if coming from land and 80 if arriving by boat. www.santacaterinadelsasso.com
Arts & Culture
The villa is beautiful and the park is pleasant. Being a FAI property there are various events like the crocuses in bloom, the Christmas market... Check the Fai website if you plan to go!
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FAI - Villa Della Porta Bozzolo
5 Viale Senatore Camillo BozzoloThe villa is beautiful and the park is pleasant. Being a FAI property there are various events like the crocuses in bloom, the Christmas market... Check the Fai website if you plan to go!
Take the guided tour of the permanent installations on a sunny day (avoid crowded Sundays) and play natural sun light walls in the old stables... http://www.visitfai.it/dimore/villapanza/
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Villa Panza
1 Piazza LittaTake the guided tour of the permanent installations on a sunny day (avoid crowded Sundays) and play natural sun light walls in the old stables... http://www.visitfai.it/dimore/villapanza/
Parks & Nature
Pleasant with children, big sand pit and playground. The summer bar is perfect for sunset aperitif.
Arolo Beach
Spiaggia di AroloPleasant with children, big sand pit and playground. The summer bar is perfect for sunset aperitif.
Quiet and pleasant lake front. Summer restaurant and bar. Sailing activities.
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Cerro
Quiet and pleasant lake front. Summer restaurant and bar. Sailing activities.
For birdwatching lovers, the most important wetland area in the province, primarly devoted to the conservation of waterfowl and migratory birds (over 150 species throughout the seasons).
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Palude Brabbia
22 Via PatriotiFor birdwatching lovers, the most important wetland area in the province, primarly devoted to the conservation of waterfowl and migratory birds (over 150 species throughout the seasons).
Food Scene
Once inside you forget about the location. Nice atmosphere, attentive service, the menu is not as wide as the wine list but you'll enjoy tasty dishes cooked with care with the finest ingredients.
Via XXV Aprile, 25
Once inside you forget about the location. Nice atmosphere, attentive service, the menu is not as wide as the wine list but you'll enjoy tasty dishes cooked with care with the finest ingredients.
We like the panoramic terrace of the restaurant, pizza and seafood at reasonable prices, better to book a table on week end.
www.bistrotlagunablu.it/en/
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Reno Beach
We like the panoramic terrace of the restaurant, pizza and seafood at reasonable prices, better to book a table on week end.
www.bistrotlagunablu.it/en/
The location is magic and with a stunning view. The "osteria" is very simple, genuine food, not expensive but you have to take it easy, avoid it if you are in a hurry.
Ristorante La Trinità
73 Via Santissima TrinitàThe location is magic and with a stunning view. The "osteria" is very simple, genuine food, not expensive but you have to take it easy, avoid it if you are in a hurry.
For those who want a real Italian ice-cream. Small shop, not easy to find but worth the search. Try also the home made ghiaccioli.
Via Padre Ignazio
Via Padre IgnazioFor those who want a real Italian ice-cream. Small shop, not easy to find but worth the search. Try also the home made ghiaccioli.
Shopping
0 km fruits and vegetables. Mon, Sat 8h30-12h30 / Tues, Thurs 14h30-17h00
Via Sottocampagna, Besozzo, località Bogno
Via Sottocampagna
0 km fruits and vegetables. Mon, Sat 8h30-12h30 / Tues, Thurs 14h30-17h00
Via Sottocampagna, Besozzo, località Bogno
Via Leggiuno, 76
Honey and hive products. Sunday 15h00-19h00
24/h dispenser for fresh milk.
Cheese and seasonal fruits Mon - Tue - Wed - Fri: 16h00-19h00 - Sun: 9h00-12h30 / 16h00-19h00
Via Milano, 127
127 Via Milano24/h dispenser for fresh milk.
Cheese and seasonal fruits Mon - Tue - Wed - Fri: 16h00-19h00 - Sun: 9h00-12h30 / 16h00-19h00
Via Capodistria
Goat cheese. Friday 20h30-21h30
Essentials
The nearest hospital is in Cittiglio, about 5km from our house. They have emergencies and helitransport to Varese in case intensive care is needed.
Via Guglielmo Marconi
The nearest hospital is in Cittiglio, about 5km from our house. They have emergencies and helitransport to Varese in case intensive care is needed.