Location: Orta San Giulio

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The Island in History San Giulio is the only island on Lake Orta. It is 275 meters long and 140 meters wide. It is located just 400 meters from the square in Orta. Archaeological findings attest to human presence since the Neolithic era. It was most likely a pre-Christian center…

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Sacro Monte di Orta

Origins and history A true architectural and artistic jewel, the Sacro Monte dedicated to Saint Francis of Assisi stands on the hill that rises in the center of the Orta peninsula. An extraordinary landscape context encloses the series of 20 chapels that tell the life of the Saint. Nature and…

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Orta San Giulio

Orta and its Riviera The medieval village of Orta, together with the Island of San Giulio, represents the true pearl of Cusio, a precious gem in the treasure chest of Lake Orta. A place of inestimable value, it gathers elements of culture, art and craftsmanship, gastronomic tradition and spirituality -…

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How to get to and around Lake Orta by train

The closest train station to Lake Orta is Gozzano, Orta San Giulio, Pettenasco and Omegna, located on the Novara-Domodossola railway line. From these stations you can walk or cycle or take a bus or taxi to the picturesque shores of Lake Orta, such as Orta San Giulio. This station is…

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