The best traffic-free bike rides around Brissago-Valtravaglia

Passo S. Antonio Vararo / Cuvignone 1,036 m Passage at 1,036 meters above sea level From the South: Cittiglio to the North: Porto Valtravaglia About 200 hairpin bends on asphalt Strada Provinciale 8 https://stradedamoto.it/strade.asp?RicPas=4281

Passo del Monte Cuvignone Via Vararo, Cittiglio / Castelveccana VA The Cuvignone Pass (1,036 m above sea level) is a pass near Vararo, in the Varese area between Valcuvia and Luinese. In cycling, it is known for its demanding climb, which can be tackled from various sides (directly from Cittiglio or Castelveccana, or indirectly after climbing Sant'Antonio or crossing the San Michele Pass). It has been used for training since the time of Alfredo Binda (originally from the area) and offers particularly technical and demanding descents. Ivan Basso also trained there. The pass is also famous in the automotive world, as it has been the most selective timed section of the "ACI Varese Rally" since the 80s, today the "Rally dei Laghi". Even in motorsport, as in cycling, it has been tackled in all directions, and in all directions it has always stood out for its difficulty, consisting of fast sections, others slower but very technical, narrow hairpin bends uphill and downhill – all over a length of about 12/14 km at the discretion of the organizer. Text / Source: wikipedia.org/wiki/Passo_del_Cuvignone https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Passo_del_Cuvignone

a classic from the Varese area. It's worth it.

Beautiful cycle path

The bike path is perfect.

Cascata de la Froda Nasca,(Castelveccana) Castelveccana: Froda Waterfall The Froda waterfall is one of the hidden beauties of the province of Varese. Although it offers a truly spectacular show, in reality it is not as well known and reported as it deserves. But this makes it even more special for those who decide to discover it. After taking the path on the edge of the SP7, you will immediately immerse yourself in a very fascinating natural setting. The route is suitable for everyone and the children will certainly enjoy feeling like little explorers. It is advisable to wear mountain boots: along the path you will have to pass a short ford. In winter, special attention must be paid to ice. Once you arrive under the waterfall, you will be amazed: with its height of about 100 meters, it is a real wonder not to be missed, especially after heavy rains. But even with a slender jet it will amaze you ... An iron rope allows you to approach the waterfall without slipping. Text / Source: cascatetrekking.com https://www.cascatetrekking.com/cascate/italia/lombardia/varese/castelveccana-cascata-della-froda/

Church of Saint John Baptist, Germignaga Church of Saints Giovanni Battista and Rocco, Germignaga From a document of the 14th century, it is assumed that Germignaga was kept in Valtravaglia. After the plague of 1523, a small square chapel dedicated to Saint Rocco, invoked against the plague, was built in the center of the country at the behest of a Giovanni Pietro Calderoni. This building was later confirmed with the double title of Saint Rocco and Saint Sebastian. In 1578 the enlargement of the small church began, promoted by Archbishop Charles Borromeo. From the report of the pastoral visit of Archbishop Frederick Borromeo in 1596, it is clear that the works had not been completed since a major construction. In 1644 the foundations of the bell tower were laid and in 1685 it was decided to enlarge the church, but this project was not completed because the works stopped after a major construction. At the beginning of the 18th century he decided to make a complete reorientation and the project was entrusted to Carlo Federico Pietrasanta. The current church was built starting from 1707; was finally completed in 1740. During his pastoral visit in 1827, the Milanese Archbishop Carlo Gaetano von Gaisruck encouraged the population to enlarge the choir, which was practical a few years later, i.e. in 1832. In 1835 the parish was transferred from the old church of St. John the Baptist to the hill. Between 1836, the year in which he joined the rectory of Luino, and 1844 the building was modified according to the design of Natale Pugnetti. In 1895, as noted by Archbishop Ferrari, the faithful were 2500. Finally, the parish was restored between 1994 and 1995. Text: Wikipedia https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chiesa_dei_Santi_Giovanni_Battista_e_Rocco_(Germignaga)

View of Lake Maggiore / German Langensee, view towards Intra / Verbania