What to do near Varallo, VC

Varallo Sesia

Visit to Varallo Sesia and Sacro Monte, which is the oldest of the Sacred Mountains, having been erected starting in 1491 by Bernardino Caimi, an Observant Friar Minor and former custodian in the Holy Land.

Island of San Giulio

A place of silence, suspended in time

The Sacred Mount of Orta

Art, spirituality and nature bring to life a mystical path overlooking Lake Orta

Orta San Giulio, among the most beautiful villages in Italy

On the trail of dragons

The paths to Mottarone

Clear air and new horizons to explore

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.

The oasis of Zegna

A visionary project, a beacon of hope on the road to sustainable development

Shrine of St. Bernard

Legend has it built in just 50 hours thanks to the remains of Dolcinian fortifications. Indeed, it was here that the infamous friar fought his last battle.

Shrine of Our Lady of the Heath

Consisting of a smaller, older church and a larger one, the heart of the sanctuary, this peaceful place that welcomes hermits and pilgrims has a past of processions gone wrong and heretics on the run.

Shrine of Our Lady of Boden

Shrine dating from the 16th century whose name "Boden" comes from the Walser language and means plateau. Characteristic is the presence of a collection of as many as 1147 ex-votos of which 40 percent predate the 1900s.

Church of San Marcello

A small jewel in the surroundings of Paruzzaro

The oratory of Sts. James and Philip in Levo

Silent encounters along the path