Some useful ideas for spending the weekend in the Novara area and Vco.
Events
Novara – Visit to the former mental hospital
June 22nd
Thanks to the visits organized by the FAI Delegation of Novara, people will be able to discover the history of the former mental hospital which opens its doors to the public for the occasion. Afterwards, guests will be able to enjoy an aperitif in the garden of the Novara ASL facility. The event is organized with the patronage of the Local Health Authority ASL Novara.
To participate in the visit (reservations strongly recommended) there is a minimum contribution of 15 euros, while for FAI members it is 12 euros: the entire proceeds will be donated to the Italian Environment Fund. Info [email protected]
Biandrate – Visit to the secret garden of Sebastiano Vasalli
June 23
Guided tour to discover the beauties of Sebastiano Vassalli’s secret garden. The event, organized by the Fai of Novara, is for Sunday 23 June at 3pm in the Vassalli family’s garden in Marangana in Biandrate.
To participate in the event (reservation for which is mandatory by writing to [email protected]), the suggested minimum contribution is 10 euros, while for Fai members it is 8 euros. The entire proceeds will be donated to Fai.
Barengo – Paella and Markets
June 22nd
“Paella and markets” on Saturday in Barengo. The event is organized by Pro Loco and combines Spanish culinary tradition with local craftsmanship.
For information and reservations: 379.286 9147.
Maggiora – Dinner among the rows
June 23
The appointment to dine surrounded by rows of ripening grapes is hosted in the Il Trincerone Vineyard of the Terrini Agricultural Company on June 22nd starting at 9pm.
Reservations can be made on the telephone numbers 348 499 4950 and 348 9100127 or via email at [email protected].
Madonna del Sasso – Sound miners
June 21-23
From 21 to 23 June the “Minators of sound” returns to Lake Orta, the completely free widespread festival in Madonna del Sasso.
Three days of live music, concerts, workshops, meetings, excursions, camping.
