A lake-view dream

Maccagno is located on the Lombard shore of Lake Maggiore, 10 minutes from Luino and very close to the Swiss border. The old centre of Maccagno is dominated by an imperial tower and the small Sanctuary of the Madonnina della Punta, built like a balcony overlooking the sparkling expanse of Lake Maggiore, from which the Cannero Castles, built on an islet, can be seen. What makes this place so enchanting is its breathtaking panorama, which stretches across almost the entire Verbano area: from the peaks of the Canton of Ticino to the Borromean Gulf. Maccagno is also an ideal place for those wishing to enjoy the lake, thanks to the wide beach created by the Giona River. Finally, the Civico Museo Parisi Valle was established in a futuristic bridge-like building spanning the Giona River; it houses the modern art collection donated by its founder. Water-sports enthusiasts should know that the town offers one of the best regatta courses on the entire Lake Maggiore. Its windy location also makes the waters in front of the village a favourite destination for windsurfing and sailing enthusiasts. Maccagno is an ideal destination for those wishing to experience nature, thanks to the scenic beauty of Val Veddasca. Various trekking routes can be undertaken here, offering spectacular views of Lake Maggiore. Val Veddasca, particularly at Forcora, is also home to the only ski facility in the Province of Varese: Forcora Ski. In addition to Lake Maggiore, Val Veddasca conceals a small lake called Lake Elio. Maccagno enjoys a strategic position due to its proximity to Switzerland, and its railway station provides connections to Milan and the Canton of Ticino.