Strolling in the Little Ancient World – The Summer Solstice

Description

The longest day of the year on the lake

On the day of the summer solstice, when the light reaches its maximum extension, the Lake Ceresio It reveals itself in all its beauty. It's the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the places that inspired Antonio Fogazzaro, amidst the golden reflections of the water and the cool shade of the villages.

The initiative, curated by TOGETHER TOURISM in collaboration with the FAI – Italian Environmental Fund, offers an original itinerary that goes beyond a simple visit to the Villa, extending to the villages of Oria, Lower Albogasio e Castle, where time seems to have stopped.

Practical information

• Date: Sunday, June 21, 2026
• Meeting point: Ticket office of Villa Fogazzaro Roi, 9:30 am
• Duration: about 3 hours
• Recommended clothing: comfortable shoes
• Transfer to Castello: with your own means
• Guide: Brian Subinaghi, licensed tour guide
• Participants: maximum 15

Note: If the minimum number of participants is not reached or due to bad weather, the event will be canceled or postponed.

The itinerary: from the Villa to the villages

The visit is conducted by Brian Subinaghi, a licensed tourist guide, and is divided into three stages that tell the deep soul of this territory.

Villa Fogazzaro Roi

The tour begins at the famous lakeside residence, where Antonio Fogazzaro wrote some of his most important works. The guided tour allows you to discover the villa's original rooms, the garden, and the writer's intimate relationship with this place.

The villages of Oria and Albogasio Inferiore

A guided walk through the alleys and squares of the two historic villages, discovering ancient architecture, hidden churches, and panoramic views of the lake. A tale that intertwines local history, daily life, and traditions.

Castle and the Church of San Martino

The route ends in the village of Castello (reachable by private means), with a visit to the Church of San Martino and a reading of the landscape from the heights of the Valsolda.

Pagani House Museum: At the end of the guided tour, participants will be able to independently visit the Casa Pagani Museum, located in the village of Castello.

Participation fees

🧺 Picnic basket

At the end of the walk, treat yourself to a gourmet break with a picnic basket prepared by the’La Lanterna Inn of Cressogno. The basket will be delivered directly to Castle, at the end of the guided tour, for an outdoor lunch overlooking the lake.

Reservations must be made in advance via the online menu:

🧺 Book your picnic basket

How to get there

From Como

Follow the signs for Menaggio, Porlezza, and Valsolda; continue for about 4 km along the SS 340 towards Valsolda along the lake. After passing Albogasio, at the junction for Castello, you'll find Villa Fogazzaro Roi.

From Lugano

Follow the signs for the Dogana di Gandria and Oria. At the junction for Castello, you'll find Villa Fogazzaro Roi.

Note: To access Swiss highways, you need a motorway sticker. Cantonal roads are free.

How to book

The reservation is mandatory and must be done by contacting Villa Fogazzaro Roi directly:

📞 Tel. 0344 536602
✉️ E-mail: faifogazzaro@fondoambiente.it

Places are limited: advance booking is recommended.

The 2026 appointments

• Sunday, April 19 – Spring on the Lake
• Sunday, June 21 – The Summer Solstice (this event)
• Sunday, August 30 – The Last Light of Summer

The initiative is organized by INSIEME TURISMO in collaboration with FAI – Villa Fogazzaro Roi.