Gravellona Toce

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Gravellona Toce, located in the Piedmont region of Italy, is a charming and picturesque town nestled at the foot of the Alps. With its stunning backdrop of snow-capped mountains and crystal-clear lakes, Gravellona Toce is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. The town's proximity to Lake Maggiore offers visitors the opportunity to enjoy a wide range of water sports, including sailing, windsurfing, and kayaking.

One of the main attractions in Gravellona Toce is the Sacro Monte di Varallo, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This religious complex is made up of 45 chapels and 300 life-sized terracotta statues, depicting the life of Christ and the Virgin Mary. The site offers a peaceful and contemplative atmosphere, perfect for those seeking spiritual and cultural enrichment.

For those interested in history and architecture, a visit to the Castello Visconteo is a must. This medieval castle, dating back to the 14th century, offers a glimpse into the town's rich past and provides panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The town's historic center is also worth exploring, with its narrow cobbled streets, colorful buildings, and charming piazzas lined with cafes and restaurants serving delicious local cuisine.

Nature lovers will appreciate the abundance of hiking and biking trails that wind through the surrounding mountains and forests. The nearby Val Grande National Park, the largest wilderness area in Italy, offers a pristine and untouched landscape, perfect for exploring and reconnecting with nature.

Alternative names: Population: 7.9 thous.Area: 5.49 mi²Coordinates: 45°55'42"N, 8°25'59"E

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Gravellona Toce – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mottarone, Lago di Mergozzo, Landscape Museum, Giardini Botanici dell'Isola Madre.

3.4 miS
Mountain with a ski resort and lake views
Mottarone, Stresa
86 min walk • Mottarone is a mountain in the Western Alps of Piedmont, north-western Italy, with an elevation of 1,492 m. It is located between the province of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola and that of Novara.
2.4 miNE
Mountain lake for paddling and strolling
Lago di Mergozzo
62 min walk • Lago di Mergozzo is a small sub-alpine lake in northern Italy just to the west of Lago Maggiore and north of Lago d'Orta, at the mouth of the Val d’Ossola in the province of Verbano Cusio Ossola, Piedmont.
5.6 miE
45°55'23"N • 8°32'57"E
Landscape Museum, Verbania
143 min walk • Art museum, Museum
5.2 miE
Botanical garden
Giardini Botanici dell'Isola Madre
132 min walk • The Giardini Botanici dell'Isola Madre are historic botanical gardens located on the grounds of Isola Madre in the Borromean Islands of Lake Maggiore, accessible by ferry from Stresa, Province of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, Piedmont, Italy.
4.6 miSE
Botanical garden, Park
Alpine Garden, Stresa
117 min walk • The Giardino Botanico Alpinia is a botanical garden specializing in alpine plants, located at 800 m altitude above Stresa on Lake Maggiore, Province of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, Piedmont, Italy.
5 miSE
45°53'46"N • 8°31'35"E
Palazzo Borromeo
128 min walk • Museum, Architecture, Art gallery
2.4 miE
Park
Fondo Toce Natural Reserve
63 min walk • The Fondo Toce or Fondotoce Natural Reserve is a nature reserve established in 1990 in the Verbania municipality, which takes its name from the river Toce. The area includes the Toce connection with Lake Maggiore, characterised by the widest lake's rushes, very important for the reproduction of fishes and migratory birds.
5.1 miSE
Botanical garden
Giardino Botanico Alpinia, Stresa
130 min walk • The Giardino Botanico Alpinia is a botanical garden specializing in alpine plants, located at 800 m altitude above Stresa on Lake Maggiore, Province of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, Piedmont, Italy.
4.8 miE
Botanical garden, Vernacular architecture
Giardini Botanici Villa Taranto, Verbania
123 min walk • The Giardini Botanici Villa Taranto are botanical gardens located on the western shore of Lake Maggiore in Pallanza, Province of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, Italy. They are open daily; an admission fee is charged.
3.6 miE
Town
Baveno
92 min walk • One of the town's most famous landmarks is the Church of Saints Gervasio and Protasio, a beautiful 16th-century church known for its striking architecture and intricate frescoes. Visitors can also take a leisurely stroll along the lakefront promenade, where they can...
3.7 miS
45°52'39"N • 8°24'42"E
Forum, Omegna
94 min walk • Convention center, Park