Antrona Valley

The Antrona Valley is one of the seven valleys that make up the Ossola region.

The valley has preserved its ancient traditions, with local women still wearing traditional costumes. Visitors can also see old grape presses, bread ovens and characteristic rustic houses.

The valley is dotted with charming villages and enchanting landscapes, ranging from birch and larch forests to beautiful mountain lakes.

The atmosphere along its trails is almost magical and otherworldly. Steep sections alternate with gentler slopes, offering visitors the opportunity to enjoy peaceful and relaxing walks or more intense outdoor activities, such as trekking and mountain biking.

As you travel through the valley, you come across the villages of Montescheno, Seppiana, Viganella and San Pietro, before reaching its “capital”, Antrona Piana. Here you can find the 13th-century Parish Church of San Lorenzo and the 17th-century oratories of Sant’Anna and the Blessed Virgin of the Snow.

Among the Ossola Valleys, Antrona is certainly one of the least well-known and least affected by mass tourism. This has allowed the area to preserve its authentic character.

Surrounded by dense fir forests, the valley is particularly notable for its numerous lakes, most of which are used for hydroelectric power generation. Among the most important are the artificial reservoirs of Lake Campliccioli and Lake Alpe dei Cavalli, the largest body of water in the valley.

The main peaks are Pizzo d’Andolla, Pizzo Bottarello, Cingino and Punta di Saas, all located along the Swiss border.

The Antrona Valley Natural Park is an ideal destination for anyone who loves tranquillity, wild landscapes, unspoilt places, alpine lakes, good food and warm hospitality.