A small fairytale village rich in nature and tradition: Campertogno

Campertogno is a small town in Valsesia, located in the province of Vercelli. Its beauty makes it almost a fairy place, occupied by a small bridge under which the river Sesia flows. It is a typical mountain village of the area that while in summer it is tinged with green, in winter the colors turn to the white of the snow. The town together with its hamlets remains a place to visit, letting yourself be enchanted by the beauties of nature and the typical mountain architecture in wood and stone. In Rusa, for example, you can admire the oratory of San Pietro and the historic house of the artist Camillo Verno. However, Campertogno is the ideal place for sports lovers, especially in summer. There are many possible activities in addition to skiing: canyoning, rafting, canoeing and many other adrenaline sports. In the sports area of the village it is also possible to practice football and archery, and there is an area equipped for campers. The pride of the area are the typical local products, which are also the main attraction for traditional events. First of all, the feast of San Giacomo, the patron saint. Not only a religious event but also a party where the craftsmanship and flavors of the area mix. Saint to whom the main church of the municipality is dedicated, the parish church of San Giacomo, in fact. Not only a place of worship but also a treasure chest of art, the chapel of Santa Marta is an example, but the religious museum is also worthy of note. The cultural center of the town is the multifunctional center Fra Dolcino which also houses a theater from the Fascist era.