Castelli di Cannero
The revival of Vitaliana

Castelli di Cannero

In 1519 Ludovico Borromeo settled on the islets opposite Cannero and Cannobio. Exactly five centuries later the works for the restoration of the Cannero Castles start again.

Three years is the time required to transform them into a museum that will tell the story of the castle through the centuries, thanks to the finds discovered during the archaeological excavation campaigns and with the help of appropriate information technology.

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Its multi-faceted spirit and aristocrat allure make this fortress the perfect setting for a special day.

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The educational proposal for kindergartens, primary and secondary schools extended to all locations in the Terre Borromeo.

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Heritage conservation makes culture shine

These works, which are carried out every year when the cultural sites are closed to the public, ensure that the artistic treasures and architectural elements are preserved.

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Terre Borromeo: record results for the 2022 season

The circuit on Lago Maggiore registered more than 916,000 admissions at the closure of its sites on 1 November.

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“The Garden of Ideas”: a literary journey amid nature and art in the Borromeo archive

A cycle of three literary appointments that are open to the public to discover the exciting history of the Islands through the centuries.

Terre Borromeo

A story of love, protection and respect that has lasted for six centuries.

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Terre Borromeo is easily accessible! They are only an hour and a half from Milan and easily reachable from the main airports. Find out how to reach them by car, train and how to book the ferry that will take you to the islands.

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