From the summit of Mottarone, on a clear day, the view stretches from the Maritime Alps and Monviso to the Monte Rosa massif and the Swiss Alps, reaching as far as the Po Valley. Dotted across the landscape are seven shimmering lakes: Maggiore, Orta, Mergozzo, Varese, Comabbio, Monate, and Biandronno.
At 1,492 meters above sea level, this natural haven straddles the provinces of Verbania and Novara. Surrounding these natural wonders lies the Parco del Mottarone, created by the Borromeo family. It’s a space designed for year-round outdoor activities, meticulously maintained to ensure the preservation of trails and roads while respecting the area’s ecological and wildlife characteristics. With some luck, winter visitors might even spot a deer among the trees.

The mountain’s name dates back to 1884, when Piedmontese lawyer Orazio Spanna, with the blessing of Count Guido Borromeo, christened the highest peak of the Mergozzolo range "Mottarone," a nod to the Vergante dialect’s Meut Rond. From the late 19th century to the mid-20th century, Mottarone was a Belle Époque destination for elite tourism, particularly favored by Milan’s upper class due to its proximity.