STRESA AND BORROMEAN ISLANDS
Stresa is a renowned international holiday destination on Maggiore Lake, which offers a unique variety or excursions, events and cultural highlights.
Just off the town of Stresa, you can find the striking Borromean islands.
The archipelago consists of three islands: Isola Bella with its lavish mansion and terraced gardens, Isola Madre with its luxurious English park, and Isola dei Pescatori, a picturesque fishing village boasting an ancient atmosphere.
The Islands are connect to Stresa with pubblic and private boat service.
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MAGGIA VALLEY FORGET YOUR WORRIES
This unique river landscape, with its countless waterfalls, high mountain peaks, deserted mountain pastures, blue mountain lakes, picturesque villages and side valleys, takes you to a place where you‘ll forget all your worries..
As you enter into the Maggia valley, you have the perception of being in another world. An authentic Alpine valley full of rich local traditions, history and culture, proud of their river, rocky mountains and grottos.
In the summer months, especially in early May, It is transformed into a swimming paradise, a good alternative to the nearby Lake Maggiore. Big pools are often formed in the mountain rivers which are perfect for fresh water swimming.
POOLS TO SWIMM IN THE MAGGIA VALLEY
This is a list of pools we especially like in the Maggia Valley:
-TEGNA : near the sports field.
-PONTE BROLLA : in a suggestive canyon near the road .
- AVEGNO: two beautiful beaches with golden sand,one of which is next to the great rock sculpture on the road near the electric station.
- MAGGIA :at the impressive Salto waterfall.
- BIGNASCO : at Bignasco waterfall.
- PECCIA : at the Pozzasc grotto.
If you are sporty, this is the valley to you. The Maggia valley offers an interesting array of paths for everyone’s taste. From the simplest path along by the river, to harder trails reaching the Basodino peak. For the most passionate climbers or bouldering climbers, Maggia valley has everything from single pitches for beginners to multi pitch the more challinging routes for the more advanced levels.
Thanks to the vastness of the territory and diversity of altiitudes, you are able to climb in Maggia valley even during the hottest days of summer and also during rainy days (Cevio grotta).
If you are a cycling enthusiast, a new bike trail has just open and runs along the first part of Maggia valley.
Maggia valley is divided into 3 lateral valleys:
-VAL ROVANA: Bosco Gurin village, the only Walser village in Tessin.
-VAL LAVIZZARA: well known for its white marble and its Mogno church. A stunning, authentic village with heavenly trails.
-VAL BAVONA: Our very favourite !! The perfect mix of nature and tradition. Go and visit the towns of Sonlerto and Foroglio at the foot of the falls.. Magnificent excursions to Robiei and the Basodino glacier.
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"The impressive Del Salto waterfall at Maggia and the favolous grotti, La Froda at Foroglio and Pozzasc at Peccia, where you can taste the best polenta in Tessin."
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WHAT TO DO AND VISIT IN THE MAGGIA VALLEY AND IN THE NEARBY REGION
IN THE VALLEY:
1. Try steaming hot polenta straight off the stove, in one of Tessin’s typical Grottos.
2. Swim and relax in one of the many mountain river pools.
3. Visit the typical local stone villages built with rock material taken rigorously from the upper Maggia valleys.
4. Go trekking one of the hundreads of magnificent paths in the valley.
5. Do not miss the path between Sonlerto and Bignasco passing through Foroglio.
5. Visit the famous church of San Giovanni Battista at Mogno (Val Lavizzara).
6. Discover the wild green Bavona valley you will fall in love with it.
IN THE NEARBY REGION:
1. Book an excursion to Brissago island by boat.
2. Take a day trip to the Verzasca valley.
3. Visit the Unesco heritage site at Bellinzona’s castles.
4. Discover the Cardada day trip.
5. Drive on the panoramic road of the Maggiore lake.
6. Visit Arona, Stresa and the Borromean islands.
7. Don't miss Ascona the peral of Lake Maggiore.
8. Reach the panoramic sanctuary of Madonna del Sasso above Locarno.
WHERE TO SLEEP IN THE MAGGIA VALLEY - HOTELS, B&B, APARTMENTS
The Maggia Valley offers some hotels B&B and holiday houses. It is possible to find an accomodation in the Valley or in the panoramic villages of Lake Maggiore.
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HOW TO GET TO THE MAGGIA VALLEY
The Maggia valley is located on the north side of Maggiore lake. The Maggia valley is almost 50km long and starts at the town of Ponte Brolla, situated 15 mins by car from Locarno. We urge you to bring your car or hire one if you visit Maggia valley as busses are in frequent.
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OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES IN THE GREEN VERZASCA VALLEY
The Verzasca Valley is undoubtedly one of the most fascinating river valleys in the Swiss Alps. It is south of the Gotthard Pass, in the Tessin region, a real paradise for hiking, alpinism, canyoning, and wilderness lovers.
- WHAT TO DO IN THE VERZASCA VALLEY
- WHERE TO SLEEP IN THE VERZASCA VALLEY
- HOW TO GET TO THE VERZASCA VALLEY
What’s Val Verzasca like? Imagine an emerald green river with completely transparent water, enormous jagged rocks polished and protected by the high mountains....
The most beautiful and renowned spot of the Verzasca valley.
Then imagine a village built strictly in stone on the edge of a rock and a gentle path leading along the river and imagine eating delicious, genuine local products in a friendly grotto restaurant.
This is what the Val Verzasca is, a wild authentic valley of the Alps.
The most beautiful and renowned spot is in the town of Lavertezzo right near the Roman bridge where you can take your best holiday pictures. But you will find these same colours throughout the whole valley.
The Roman bridge at Lavertezzo has been having enormous tourist success like never before, in fact in July and August it can be very chaotic.
We suggest, in fact, that you visit out of season due to the limited parking available. An alternative may be to park at the hotel Posse at the beginning of the town and walk the short distance to the Roman bridge (15 min circa) by crossing another bridge on the right.
POOLS TO SWIMM IN THE VERZASCA VALLEY
We remind you that Verzasca valley is rich in magnificent scenic points and wonderful places to swim, so don’t only focus on Lavertezzo.
Finally, we want to remind you that while the mountain rivers are beautiful and inviting, they are cold and have strong currents. Unfortunately accidents are frequent. We urge you to be prudent especially with children.
TREKKING IN THE VERZASCA VALLEY
The Verzasca Valley is a beautiful location for long and short trekking. The famous "Sentierone" is an easy path that runs the length of the entire valley (9 hrs aprox.), fortunately it can be done in stages and the postal bus utilized for the return journey.
We can highly recommend the simple Corippo-Lavertezzo trail (1.5hr aprox.) suitable also for families with little kids. It winds in and out of the trees over bridges with amazing views on the river.
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"The emerald coloured water, unique in its kind, to be found nowhere else. Sonogno town with all the local stone houses. "
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WHAT TO DO AND VISIT IN THE VERZASCA VALLEY AND IN THE NEARBY REGION
IN THE VALLEY:
1. Take a rest on the highest dam in Europe (220m), where, if you are lucky, you may be able to see ( or do) the famous 007 bungee jumping.
2. Enjoy a swim in the inviting river waters. The most beautiful and renowned spot is in the town of Lavertezzo.
3. Have lunch in one of the many typical local Grottos of Verzasca valley.
4. Participate in an excursion on the famous Sentierone path.
5. Canyoning adventure to take the greatest advantage of this amazing river see.
IN THE NEARBY REGION:
1. Book an excursion to Brissago island by boat.
2. Take a day trip to the Maggia valley.
3. Visit the Unesco heritage site at Bellinzona’s castles.
4. Discover the Cardada day trip.
5. Drive on the panoramic road of the Maggiore lake.
6. Visit Arona, Stresa and the Borromean islands.
7. Don't miss Ascona the peral of Lake Maggiore.
8. Reach the panoramic sanctuary of Madonna del Sasso above Locarno.
WHERE TO SLEEP IN THE VERZASCA VALLEY - HOTELS, B&B, APARTMENTS
The Verzasca Valley offers some hotels B&B and holiday houses. It is possible to find an accomodation in the Valley or in the panoramic villages of Lake Maggiore.
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HOW TO GET TO THE VERZASCA VALLEY
The Verzasca valley is located on the north side of Maggiore lake, Highway exit Tenero, near Locarno. By bus: Departure on the hour from the post bus station at Locarno.
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LOCARNO THE SWISS CITY OF LAKE MAGGIORE
Locarno is situated in the Ticino region, near the delta of the Maggia River, nearby the beautiful Ascona. Its unique position, Mediterranean climate and warm local hospitality, makes Locarno a popolar destination of Lake Maggiore.
Locarno's Piazza Grande is the heart of the city, distinguished by its 700 m long series of harmonious porticos built in the Lombard architectural style and accommodating numerous businesses and restaurants.
This street is full of ancient palaces and is particularly animated in the summer during the musical show "Moon & Stars" and then again during the renowned International Film Festival.
Locarno's Piazza Grande is the heart of the city and the location of the international Locarno Film Festival
Piazza Grande is also the departure point to visit the important sites of Locarno, like the Visconti Castle, the numerous churches of the Città Vecchia, the lake front and the historical sanctuary of Madonna del Sasso, situated on a hill, that offers a beautiful view of the city and Lake Maggiore.
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"The international atmosphere of the Locarno film Festival and the view from the Madonna del Sasso sanctuary."
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WHAT TO VISIT IN LOCARNO AND IN THE NEARBY REGION
IN THE VILLAGE:
1. Walk in the alleyways of the old town city to reach Piazza Grande.
2. Visit the Visconteo Castle.
3. Relax at the Locarno lido.
4. Visit the contemporary art museum collection at Ghisla art collection.
5. Reach the historical and panoramic sanctuary of the Madonna del Sasso at Orselina.
6. Don’t miss a bike ride on the cycle path on lakeside in the direction of Tenero.
7. Falconeria of Locarno a great family experience, discover the world of birds of prey.
8. Save the date of the Locarno Film Festival.
IN THE NEARBY REGION:
1. Book an excursion to Brissago island by boat.
2. Take a day trip to the Maggia and Verzasca valleys.
3. Visit the Unesco heritage site at Bellinzona’s castles.
4. Discover the Cardada day trip.
5. Drive on the panoramic road of the Maggiore lake.
6. Visit Arona, Stresa and the Borromean islands.
7. Don't miss Ascona the peral of Lake Maggiore.
WHERE TO SLEEP IN LOCARNO - HOTELS, B&B, APARTMENTS
Locarno offers a large number of hotels and holiday houses. It is possible to find an accomodation in the town or in the panoramic villages of the lake.
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HOW TO GET TO LOCARNO
Locarno is located on the north side of Maggiore lake. It is well connected and accessible by pubblic transport and with the boat service of the lake.
To best visit the valley, consider hiring a car or scooter.
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