Accessible tourism for the Road of the Abbeys
S outh of Milan one is immediately immersed in the fields among farmsteads, canals and rice fields. Against this rural backdrop rise seven monastic communities that played a decisive role in the…
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Lake Branchino
L ake Branchino, between Val Brembana and Val Seriana, is a little alpine gem, set in the landscape of the Bergamasque Alps. The lake itself sits in a natural valley between the Corno Branchino and…
Malaspina Gardens in Pavia
In the heart of Pavia's historic centre, on Piazza Petrarca, the Malaspina Gardens , completed during the first half of the 19th century, preserve nearly two centuries of history. A charming 19th-…
The Witches' Tower of Varzi
In the heart of the medieval village of Varzi, overlooking Piazza del Municipio, stands an imposing tower that has dominated the landscape of the Oltrepò Pavese for almost eight centuries. Officially…
Torta Paradiso
The Torta Paradiso is one of the most iconic desserts of the Pavia province, celebrated for its simplicity, softness, and irresistible aroma. Its history is tied to the city of Pavia, where it was…
Bata Lavar
The Bata Lavar (also called Batti Labbro or Raviolo Grande ) is a large agnolotto, traditionally served in broth in Canneto Pavese . It is made using a glass to stamp the dough, resulting in its…
La Torta di Mandorle di Varzi
“Ra turta d’Ârmàndul,” the Varzi almond cake, has been awarded the De.C.O. mark (Municipal Denomination of Origin), an official certification attesting to its local heritage and authenticity. The…
Pavia Botanical Garden
In the heart of Pavia, just a short walk from the historic city centre, lies one of the city's most fascinating yet lesser-known attractions: the Botanical Garden of the University of Pavia.…
Val Masino, the untamed heart of the Rhaetic mountains
A wild place, adored by fans of bouldering and rock climbing, Val Masino, dominated by the peaks of the Disgrazia and Badile mountains, is a go-to destination for those who enjoy several days long…
Lakeside and centre of Gargnano
G argnano lies on the western shore of Lake Garda, protected from the cold northern winds by a crown of mountains and hills. Its territory is made up by several hamlets ; on the slopes surrounding…
