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Countryside

The now very rare thatched roofs of the Centocampi

Have nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful:  we inttroduce with this quote of William Morris  the house with rye thatched roof, which is still visible today in Gambarogno, in the Centocampi mountain pasture on the Monti di Caviano: it’s useful and beautiful at the same time! Continue reading The now very rare thatched roofs of the Centocampi →

Flea markets & shopping mall

Factory Outlet Missoni: in Sumirago, Golasecca and Mendrisio

What makes a Missoni garment special and absolutely unique? Its recognizability: the textures of the Missoni sweaters are an explosion of colors and geometries that for more than 50 years have been driving fashion addicted around the world crazy. Here’s where to buy Missoni garments at affordable outlet prices: in Varese there are two, in Sumirago and in Golasecca, plus there are outlets in the shopping centers of Mendrisio and Vicolungo.
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Countryside, Longlake and easy walks

Tronzano Lago Maggiore and the Via delle Genti between mills and cool waterfalls

Tronzano on Lake Maggiore has not only a beautiful beach, a paradise for surfers, but also an ancient nucleus of houses from where the “via delle genti” passes through with ancient mills and a cool waterfall. For this reason Tronzano is an ideal destination for an invigorating summer walk.
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A Brissago Valtravaglia there is RAF, a shelter supporting abandoned animals

The province of Varese is rich in woods, farms and agritourisms, and lends itself to welcoming animals of different species. But in Brissago Valtravaglia, a few kilometers from Luino and Lake Maggiore, you will find a special reality: the RAF, “Rifugio Animali Felici” (Happy animals Shelter), managed by Mr. Giancarlo Galli.

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Easy Walks & Hiking

On foot along the Via Francisca del Lucomagno, pilgrims for 135 km

The path that connects Lavena Ponte Tresa, in the province of Varese, to the tomb of Saint Augustine in Pavia in 135 km, has been completely renovated with an enhancement project, crossing an area rich in art, history, culture and nature.
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Photos

A special and unique photo of Lake Maggiore, for you or your loved ones

We finally managed to convince Alessandro to put some of his splendid photographs up for sale! If you want to make a special and unique gift, focused on the territory, then a beautiful photograph in poster format (60 x 90 cm), ready to be framed, is the one for you.
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Farms

Where to buy zero-kilometer agricultural products

Many farmhouses in the Varese area have outlets for agricultural and natural products, grown or processed by them directly: berries, vegetables, cheeses, ice creams, meats, salami, honey and more! If you want to eat well and naturally, with zero km products, buy in a farmhouse where you will find quality at the right price.

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Farms

The farmer brings you the groceries! Support the local economy

Several farms offer to bring their products directly to your home, often for free!
Here is the list of agricultural producers available for home delivery in the province of Varese. We support the local economy by choosing to buy zero km food products.
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Promotional Offers

Festival of chocolate bars in Cassano Magnago! Until 15/11

Lindt promotions on chocolate: bars, eggs, chocolates, gift boxes, Easter eggs, depending on the period, to make delicious and beautiful gifts, for you and your family.

The promotions are active in Lindt points of sale and outlets, which you can find at this link in the province of Varese. Continue reading Festival of chocolate bars in Cassano Magnago! Until 15/11 →

Events and fairs, Farm Houses

Dynamic calendar click on the date and you know where to go (until 31/12/2020)

Varese “dynamic” calendar, which you can access to get a preview of what to do and where to go today, tomorrow or another day of the month.

ATTENTION: due to the prevention measures related to the health contrast to the spread of Coronavirus, many of the events have undergone changes or postponements or cancellations. It is recommended to check the state of affairs directly on the websites of the organizers.

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Museums and monuments

Villa Macchi in Morazzone: under the dust, a treasure to be enhanced

Morazzone is a small town located on a hill, a few kilometers from Varese, known above all for the painter of the same name and for the wine that is produced here. But in a few years there will be one more element to give prestige to the town: the Villa Macchi bequeathed to Fai. Continue reading Villa Macchi in Morazzone: under the dust, a treasure to be enhanced →

Flea markets & shopping mall

Shops and Fay outlets, quality casual wear with attention to detail

Fay belongs to the Della Valle Group which also includes Hogan and Tod’s brands. High-end products that stand out for their excellent quality, not disjoined by an indisputable functionality, with the advantage of being wearable everywhere and in any situation. Fay is known above all for men’s jackets, but also produces a line of women’s clothing and one for children. Here’s where to find Fay points of sale near Milan and Varese, and great deals on Amazon.
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Etro shops and outlets, a cosmopolitan fashion full of quotes

Etro is the perfect brand for people who love to travel and is fond to innovations: in every fabric, in every print of clothing signed by the Milanese fashion house, there is a quote or a symbol that refers to philosophies and cultures from all over the world. Let’s see where to find the Etro boutiques and outlets, hoping to conclude some good business and bring home an absolutely unique garment Made in Italy.

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Flea markets & shopping mall

Stores and Outlets Esprit in Como, Milano and Mendrisio

“We want to make you feel good to look good”: this is the “motto” of Esprit, an international fashion brand with stores in all the world.
The company was founded in 1968, and since then it represent style and quality. Let us to find Esprit Stores and Outlet in 1 hour drive from Milan! Continue reading Stores and Outlets Esprit in Como, Milano and Mendrisio →

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Stores and Outlets Escada in Varese, Milano and Mendrisio

The Escada brand is the result of the inspiration of a former Swedish top model, Margaretha Ley, who at the end of the ’70s had the idea, as simple as  brilliant, of “democratizing” high fashion, making it more accessible in terms of price but also of wearability in everyday life. Here’s where to find Escada women’s clothing, one hour from Milan, in outlets or in stores.
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Stores and Outlet Dsquared2, 1 hour from Milan

“Born in Canada, living in London, made in Italy”: the Canadian twins who founded the label Dsquared2  define with these words their brand, eccentric and cosmopolitan but with a style and a sartorial cut that refer profoundly and typically to the Italy, home of fashion style.
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