Germignaga
Germignaga is a charming town located at the mouth of the Tresa River, between Brezzo di Bedero and Luino. This village dates back to an ancient era, as shown by how far back its old town centre is with respect to Lake Maggiore; in fact, over the years its territory has developed on the land brought by flooding waters.
The first historic document mentioning the town dates back to 807 AD. Germignaga’s long history also includes a ship battle won against the Torriani at the end of the 1200’s by Simone da Locarno (serving under Otto I), and the insurrectionary attempt by Francesco Daverio in 1848.
For centuries, the town’s main source of income was fishing and crafts, but now it’s an especially popular tourist destination.
Tourism in Germignaga
Due to its proximity to the lake the focus on tourism activities, Germignaga has much to offer visitors. For example, a bicycle path mainly unwinds for several kilometres in the town of Premaggio along the Margorabbia Stream, providing more attentive cyclists with marvellous scenery.
The Boschetto (small woods) is home to all local festivities, but is great to pay a visit to any time of the year. It has walking paths and a pine forest overlooking the lake.
In terms of art and culture, the Church of San Giovanni dates back to the 12th century, and the baroque Church of San Rocco is home to an organ from 1852.
Events and entertainment in Germignaga
The most important event in Germignaga is certainly the procession in costume held on Good Friday (of 18th –century origin).
Gourmets will be pleased with the Sagra dell’Agone (Festival of Shad) held in June, and the Sagra della Polenta (Festival of Polenta) in September. Sports enthusiasts can participate in the Camminata Alto Verbano international walking event.
Accommodations in Germignaga
If you would like to participate in Germignaga’s recreational activities, take a look at the local hotels.
