What to do near Macugnaga, VB

The Dorf of Macugnaga

From the Old Church in Macugnaga you enter the Dorf, the old Walser village with typical wood and stone houses dating back to the 1700s.

The "Old Linden Tree" (Der alte Lindebaum)

The Old Linden Tree, called Alte Lindebaum in Titsch, the language of the Walser, is a monumental tree found in Macugnaga that dates back to the second half of the 13th century.

Old Walser House of Borca

A 17th-century Walser house in a hamlet in the municipality of Marcugnaga gives an immersion into Walser life and traditions. A small jewel lovingly cared for by a group of volunteers.

The Walser rye bread oven

In the Dorf of Macugnaga is the oven that was used by the Walser community to bake traditional bread made from rye flour. A second version also contains raisins and walnuts.

Quarazza Valley

Small valley located between the Anzasca Valley and the Sesia Valley crossed by paths starting from the hamlets Borca and Fornarelli and embellished by the "Fairy Lake."

Guia Gold Mine

Mining Museum where you can venture on a guided tour through the tunnels of one of Europe's most important gold mines, and learn the stories of the miners and legends related to the mine.

The viewpoint over the peaks of Monte Rosa

There is a viewpoint reachable from Macugnaga where you can admire the glacier, glacial moraine and the East Face of Monte Rosa, the only Himalayan-type wall in Europe.

Macugnaga Wildlife Oasis

Protected place, where it is possible to hike, in a sustainable and responsible way, in order to observe the fauna of the Upper Anzasca Valley and Monte Rosa.

Traditional Militia of Bannio

Historical militia established 400 years ago at the initiative of the Spanish governor of Milan. It is characterized by very specific uniforms and traditional rules and bands that have been handed down to this day.

Lake Antrona

Natural basin that originated from a landslide that occurred in the 17th century, located in the Upper Antrona Valley Nature Park. An ideal place for hiking and relaxation.

The traditional militia of Calasca

Militia created in the 17th century by the governor of Milan, "Giovanni da Mendoza," for the purpose of controlling and protecting the territories of the Anzasca Valley that were part of the duchy.