Macugnaga is a beautiful alpine village located at the end of the Anzasca Valley, at the foot of the imposing eastern face of Monte Rosa. Founded by the Walser in the 13th century, they skillfully utilized the high-altitude pastures, tenaciously refining their remarkable ability to adapt to the harsh conditions and challenges of the environment, creating the unique communities we see today.
Walser culture and traditions still characterize Macugnaga: the typical architecture of its houses, the traditional costumes worn by the local women on special occasions such as the San Bernardo Fair, the Titsch language spoken by the village elders, and the typical “Dorf,” a small settlement dating back to the 1200s.
Worth visiting are the Walser Museum House in Borca and the “Guia” gold mine in Fornarelli, the first mine in Italy reopened for cultural purposes.
Today, Macugnaga is a tourist hub, suitable for both winter and summer stays. In winter, 35 km of ski slopes, two cross-country loops, a snow park, and numerous trails for snowshoeing offer plenty of opportunities for snow enthusiasts. During the summer, visitors can enjoy walking through the woods, hiking to discover the alpine pastures and the Wildlife Oasis, or engaging in high-level mountaineering on the Monte Rosa peaks, made accessible by the Monte Moro cable car and the Belvedere chairlift.
