Immersed in the greenery and quiet of Gemonio, the Hotel Restaurant Le Ortensie has welcomed its guests for four generations with the warm hospitality of the Arioli family. Just 7 km from Lake Maggiore and 15 km from Varese, it is the ideal starting point for discovering the area, without giving up tranquility.

The structure, surrounded by nature and suggestive panoramas, offers an enchanting view of a glimpse of Lake Maggiore framed by the mountains, giving moments of authentic relaxation.

The kitchen is the beating heart of Le Ortensie: the dishes are made from a careful selection of local raw materials, respecting family traditions. Fresh homemade pasta, garden vegetables and genuine ingredients tell a story of passion and simplicity, with an always attentive eye to sustainability and the dietary needs of each person.

The family and inclusive atmosphere makes Le Ortensie an ideal choice for families, Italian and foreign tourists, pet-friendly travellers, vegetarians and people with food intolerances, lovers of good wine and authentic cuisine.

Here every guest is welcomed with warmth, attention and respect, for a stay dedicated to well-being, taste and nature.

Address: Via Pasubio, 24 Gemonio

Website: https://www.ristoranteleortensie.it/

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In Laveno Mombello, the historic cable car, inaugurated in 1965, runs from the departure station in Via Don C. Tinelli 15 to the summit of Monte Sasso del Ferro, in the Poggio Sant'Elsa area. Here, at 1,100 meters above sea level, one of the most evocative panoramas in Northern Italy opens up, offering a 360-degree view of the surrounding area.

At the summit, visitors will find a welcoming tourist facility immersed in nature. The restaurant with a panoramic terrace offers local and international dishes. The bar, perfect for breakfast and snacks, offers a unique experience with its all-day sun exposure and a solarium where you can relax while sipping a drink.

For those wishing to extend their stay, the 3-star hotel with 18 rooms featuring private terraces offers the ideal retreat for tranquility, privacy, and relaxation. Each room offers unparalleled views of Lake Maggiore, Monte Rosa, and the surrounding landscape, perfect for a romantic getaway or a rejuvenating break.

Sasso del Ferro is also a starting point for excursions and trekking along nature trails, as well as a prime location for free-flying enthusiasts: hang-gliding and paragliding find ideal conditions and a spectacular setting here.

WEBSITE: https://www.funiviedellagomaggiore.it/

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The Tschang Wilma Farmhouse, located in the woods near Nasca (Castelveccana), overlooks the valley that extends to Lake Maggiore and offers peaceful stays, completely immersed in greenery.

The small farm, personally managed by the owner Wilma, has turned into an orchard, also with aromatic and medicinal plants and beekeeping. Fruit juices, jams, and flavorings are also produced.

and much more: all delicacies that can also be enjoyed during breakfast.

At the rustic stone-clad farmhouse, you can stay in B&B in comfortable accommodations, rooms and apartments, each of which has its own bathroom.

The farmhouse is an excellent starting point for exploring the area, both on foot and in other ways.

Website: https://agriturismocelestinoewilma.jimdofree.com/  
 https://www.agriturismocelestino.it/ 

Contacts: info@agriturismocelestino.it

The Fattoria Roccolo is located in Curiglia, on Monte Lema, at an altitude of 900 meters, with approximately 30 hectares of meadows and woods.

This is where Pinuccia and Albino Brancher established their business about 50 years ago. The family also includes their two sons, Stefano and Emanuele, and their daughters-in-law, who are the company's true workforce.

At Roccolo, pigs, horses, Verzasca goats, and Alpine brown cows graze freely, and goat and cow cheese and traditional cured meat are produced.

The farmhouse is an ideal starting point for walks or bike rides along the wide paths in the surrounding woods.

It's perfect for those who want to spend a day immersed in nature, enjoying the cuisine and typical local products, as well as for those who want to extend their stay thanks to the availability of four double rooms, with en-suite bathrooms, created from an old barn.

Website: https://www.fattoriaroccolo.com/ 

Contacts: 0332/568477 - info@fattoriaroccolo.com

In Brinzio, the I Runchitt farm was founded in 2001 with the aim of restoring ancient chestnut groves and promoting local chestnut production. Over time, the business has expanded to include the cultivation of berries such as blueberries, raspberries, and rare varieties, as well as seasonal vegetable gardens.

An in-house laboratory processes fruit to delicious jams, preserves, syrups, and traditional sweets, which are sold on the farm and at local fairs, markets, and events.

Since 2011, I Runchitt has also been an agritourism business. Located in Via Cadorna 6, in the historic center of Brinzio, it now welcomes guests with a familiar and authentic atmosphere. The dining room is ideal for events and lunches, with the option of planning full or buffet menus for groups based on the farm's seasonal produce.

The farmhouse is also a perfect stopping point for hikers and walkers: the Via Francisca del Lucomagno goes right past the property, and for this reason, hiking guides are available, in addition to accommodations for nature lovers.

During the holidays or upon request, you can purchase gift sets featuring the company's products: jams, chestnuts in syrup, preserves, sweets, tagliatelle, and chestnut bread.

Contact: 347 790 5927 

Villa Viola, in Curiglia, allows visitors to spend the night in a charming B&B immersed in the greenery of the Val Veddasca.

It was brought to life, inside a period villa, by a Belgian couple who, in 2008, chose to leave their frenetic life behind to seek more tranquility in Italy and, during their trip in search of a new home, came across the mountain village and fell in love at first sight with the historic house that, at the time, was for sale .

From there, the choice to undertake the adventure of completely renovating the villa, at the time in a state of abandonment, but full of authenticity. After a careful restoration, in 2010, the two spouses proudly opened the doors of Villa Viola, transformed into a unique place for a relaxing holiday or a short stay in an authentic environment.

Villa Viola offers both comfortable holiday apartments and welcoming rooms in bed & breakfast formula, perfect for a romantic weekend or a holiday immersed in nature and pure relaxation. Guests can enjoy all the comforts, a refreshing pool and a rich breakfast prepared every morning.

website: https://it.villaviola.net/ 

The Baita Kedo holiday home is located in the historic center of the ancient village of Piero, a hamlet of Curiglia: a jewel of the Veddasca Valley with its typical stone houses and a peaceful, natural atmosphere reminiscent of times gone by.

Just a few steps away you can visit the Piero Mills, while the Giona stream, which flows along the mill fields, with its waterfalls and fresh, crystal-clear water, is a pleasant and charming place to relax.

The holiday home can accommodate up to 6 guests. It has a fully equipped kitchen and offers access to an outdoor terrace. Wi-Fi is also available.

Languages spoken: German and English. You can also purchase local farm produce directly in the village and surrounding areas.

Contacts: 333 430 6701 - info@baitakedo.it 

Golfo Gabella is a modern holiday apartment complex, built in 2008 and located in Maccagno, a short walk from Lake Maggiore.

The apartments are independent, of various types and sizes, and feature spacious living spaces, large terraces, or gardens. Besidesh overlooking the lake, the residence boasts a 1,000-square-meter panoramic pool area, equipped with sun loungers and umbrellas, including a heated infinity pool, a children's pool, and a whirlpool (the pool area is open from April to September).

Golfo Gabella also offers free WiFi, private garage parking, a private marina and a boat, bike, kayak and SUP rental service (seasonal service).

During the summer it mainly has a clientele of foreign tourists, especially families with children and couples of all ages from Northern Europe. During the winter, it also offers short-term rentals (October-March) and is open to agreements with companies for workers' accommodation.

Website: www.golfogabella.com 

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Foresteria al Campanile is a small accommodation facility located in Monteviasco, a hamlet and mountain village in the municipality of Curiglia. It is located next to the church, with which it shares the entrance to the churchyard and the bell tower - which gives it its name.

Open from 2023 and only powered by renewable energy,welcomes tourists and travellers with three comfortable rooms, for a total of eight beds, and with a small restaurant for breakfast, lunch or dinner based on genuine products from the valleys.

It is open every weekend in the summer and by reservation on weekdays and in the winter.

Foresteria al Campanile believes in and promotes conscious and sustainable tourism, far from the frenzy and dynamics of mass tourism and is aimed at those still looking for an authentic experience, suitable for hikers and mountain lovers, enthusiasts of local culture and traditions and seekers of genuine tastes and authentic flavors of the area.

Address: Church Square, Monteviasco di Curiglia

WEBSITE: www.foresteriaalcampanile.it 

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