Cellio con Breia
Cellio con Breia was established in 2018 as the union of the two municipalities that go by the same name. Surrounded by beautiful mountains and woods, it offers breathtaking views and numerous trails for outdoor sports enthusiasts.
THE TOWN OF CELLIO CON BREIA
It is a typically rural village, surrounded by beautiful woods and with a sublime view of the mountains and Lake Orta. It is also rich in history and typical valley culture. Both the town and its characteristic hamlets, referred to as “the hamlets of the sun”, of which Cellio is the largest, preserve houses of traditional architecture, old mills and presses.
The special feature of Cellio con Breia is the parish church of St. Lawrence, flanked by the highest bell tower in Valsesia (56 m). Inside, the church contains numerous works of art, including paintings by artists Tanzio and Lorenzo Peracino. One of the most interesting buildings worth mentioning is the Oratory of St. James, in the Bosco village, located on ancient transit routes through the woods. Also beautifully frescoed by Peracino is the parish church of St. John the Baptist in Breia.
Every hamlet of Cellio has its own oratory or church. These little jewels of art endow the village with charm and culture.
outdoor and nature
The area surrounding the village of Cellio con Breia, characterised by thick woods and scenic areas, is rich in trails for trekking and mountain bike enthusiasts.
One example is the pleasant walk through the chestnut wood to Mount San Grato, or the more challenging walk to Mount Briasco (1,185 m), from where you can enjoy a magnificent view of Mount Rosa on one side and of Lake Orta on the other.
For fans of mountain bike routes, Cellio offers unforgettable views along the cycle path that includes Varallo – Civiasco – Breia – Cellio – Valduggia, or, ascending towards Mount Briasco, it will entertain you with splendid trails immersed in the lush nature that surrounds the town.
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