Cannobio is a picturesque town in northern Italy, right on the western shore of Lake Maggiore, near the Swiss border (Ticino).
Key Facts:
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Region: Piedmont (Piemonte)
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Province: Verbano-Cusio-Ossola
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Population: Around 5,000 residents
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Location highlight: Last Italian town before crossing into Switzerland when heading north along Lake Maggiore.
What Cannobio is known for:
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Historic Old Town
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Narrow cobbled streets, medieval buildings, and charming piazzas.
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The Santuario della Santissima Pietà, a lakeside church with beautiful frescoes.
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Sunday Market
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One of the most famous in the area, attracting visitors from Italy and Switzerland.
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Offers food, clothing, crafts, and antiques.
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Lakefront Promenade
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Popular for evening walks, outdoor cafés, and lake views.
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Beaches & Water Sports
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Cannobio has a large pebble beach with clear waters, popular for swimming, windsurfing, and sailing.
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Valle Cannobina
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A scenic valley behind the town, great for hiking, cycling, and exploring mountain villages.
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If you’re thinking of visiting, it’s a great base for exploring both Lake Maggiore and the Italian-Swiss Alps.
Do you want me to tell you about Cannobio’s famous legend involving a miraculous event in the 16th century? That’s one of its most intriguing stories.