Lago d'Orta West Shore, Novara
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Lago d'Orta West Shore, Novara

Piedmont

The west shore of Lago d'Orta above Pettenasco and Gozzano is the quieter side of the lake — a path through chestnut forest with viewpoints of the Isola di San Giulio (with its 10th-century basilica) and the Sacro Monte above Orta. Kingfisher on the shore. The lake has extremely clear water. Wild boar in the chestnut forest above. Dogs welcome on the shore path.

Duration
2.5 hours
Distance
8 km
Elevation
+30 m
Best season
Year-round

Highlights

  • Views of Isola di San Giulio (10th-century basilica) from the quiet west bank
  • Kingfisher on the clear-water shore
  • Wild boar in the chestnut forest above the lake

With your dog

Lakeshore path; dogs welcome.