What to see and what to do in Cannero Riviera
Located a few kilometers from the Swiss border, Cannero Riviera develops near the Cannero stream, on the Piedmontese shore of Lake Maggiore, with a view of the picturesque castles that take their name from it.
A fertile territory and a mild climate have favored numerous settlements since ancient times, of which it is still possible to admire the tiny streets of the medieval era, some manor houses and a romantic harbor set in the rock.
The name derives from the Celtic Cenn in ar which means Point on the water or also from the Latin Canore or Canerum which refers to the cane thicket. The term Riviera, added only in 1947, instead refers to the Mediterranean climate, which is reflected in the lush vegetation of lemons, cedars, oranges and olive trees typical of those Italian areas.
What should be seen and visited in Cannero Riviera
Castles of Cannero
The Castles of Cannero represent one of the major attractions of Lake Maggiore and they are a shared heritage between Lombardy, Piedmont and Switzerland.
Ethnographic and brush museum
Particular is the origin of this museum, created on the initiative of the students and teachers of the National Intermediate School "Quasimodo" in the city, in 1981.
It was in fact the young people who collected the historical memory from the families of the town, cataloging the material on display which outlines the history and daily life of the past in Cannero.
There are also open-air paths enriched by educational panels that explore issues such as the former Brush Factory, the Church of San Giorgio Martire, the Ponte della Vittoria, the Piazzetta degli Affreschi, the Imbarcadero and others.
Citrus park
Born from a collaboration between the Municipality and the Department of Arboreal Crops of the University of Turin, the goal is the recovery of local agricultural traditions, historically linked to the cultivation of citrus fruits thanks to a favorable climate.
What to do in and around Cannero Riviera
- visit the Sacro Monte di Ghiffa (UNESCO HERITAGE): the Sacro Monte di Ghiffa, located on the slopes of Monte Cargiago, consists of an unfortunately unfinished Baroque complex inspired by the models of the Sacred Mountains of Orta and Varese. It develops along 200 hectares of Nature Reserve in which it is immersed and in which the votive chapels are dispersed
- take an excursion along the Cadorna line: this is the Path no. 4, included in the network of trails of the Alto Verbano "Trarego - Cheglio - Viggiona". The route starts from Cannero and precedes along Via Dante, in the center, towards the following stages: Salita Piancassone, Contrada Piancassone, Cappella della Vergella, Chestnut of the devil, Contrada San Mauro. The duration is short, about 40 minutes and the difficulty level is easy. From there it is possible to proceed with the Path no. 1 which connects Trarego, Cheglio and Viggiona in a ring. The route map is available on the Pro Loco website
- visit the Citrus or Camellia Exhibition in spring: both take place in spring starting from March. The Citrus Fruit Show is a unique event in Piedmont, with the aim of spreading the consolidated activity of citrus cultivation mainly in private gardens, since the 16th century. The Camellia Exhibition, a tradition for years, includes an exhibition of cut flowers, floral compositions, guided excursions as well as a scientific exhibition with descriptive panels on the place of origin, methods of propagation, artificial pollination, various locally grown species, etc. …
- launch into the void with the Lake Maggiore ZipLine: using a 1850 meter long steel cable located at 350 meters above sea level, you can launch at 120km / h with the sensation of flying against the backdrop of one of the most beautiful views of Lake Maggiore. A unique emotion and guaranteed fun! Find out more about Lake Maggiore Zipline …
Tips about where to sleep in Cannero Riviera
These are just some of the accommodation facilities in Cannero Riviera. You can find all the hotels, B & Bs and campsites where you can spend a stay or a holiday in Cannero Riviera on Lake Maggiore here.
How to get to Cannero Riviera
It is possible to reach Cannero Riviera:
- by car: from the A26, exit Verbania, continue straight along the SS33 del Lago Maggiore towards Cannero Riviera
- by train: the reference railway station is that of Verbania-Pallanza. From Verbania-Ferrovia, reach the Verbania-Pallanza Tribunale stop by Bus 1. Continue with Bus nr. 3 from Verbania-Pallanza Court to Cannero