On the shores of Lake Maggiore is the municipality of Leggiuno where, on the occasion of Christmas, the lights come on and offer a dream setting.
Animals, flowers, fantastic routes and places that seem straight out of a fairy tale. There is a small italian town which, during the Christmas holidays, lights up with colors and wonders: it is there, in fact, where The most beautiful light show in the world. comes to life, to provide adults and children with an incredible and unforgettable atmosphere.
We are in the province of Varese in Lombardy where, on the shores of Lake Maggiore, is located lol, the place that, since the beginning of December, becomes a place where magic seems possible and where the play of colors and lights They return indelible sensations to the gaze.
Leggiuno, the town with the most beautiful light show
The darkness marked by many small lights that create a dreamy and fairy tale atmosphere: Looking at the images of how Leggiuno, the small town on Lake Maggiore, is transformed for Christmas, it really seems that magic can exist. Flowers, animals, nature, but also a luminous tunnel and enchanted places. He the town is transformed and becomes a fabulous and unique setting.
The project was conceived by Lino Betti, who brought the event to life and created, together with his team, all the lighting installations that transformed the route. To create this enchanted place, more than 700 thousand LED lights, or approximately 200 thousand more than the 2022 edition.
In addition, each creation that can be admired along the way, such as the colorful flowers or the numerous animals, was prepared by hand and using recycled plastic and waste: a beautiful way to show the importance of recovery and reuse.
The route, which has been expanded this year, It will be accessible to everyone until January 7, from 17,30:22,30 p.m. to XNUMX:XNUMX p.m. Am planned events that enrich the experience of those who want to immerse themselves in this extraordinary world of lights and wonders. For example, until December 25, Santa Claus will be present, but starting the next day you will be able to meet Befana. And then concerts or the presence of choirs are scheduled that will give even more beauty and embellish the atmosphere.
It should be noted that this year, as reported on the event website, the photovoltaic system of the lights has been improved thanks to the collaboration with EsseSolar.
The history of Leggiuno lights
A passion that has infected everyone: history of the Leggiuno Christmas lights It started thanks to Lino Betti who in 1999 bought the first ones - as can be read on the event's official website - in Brazil, his wife's country of origin. With 100 dollars he managed to acquire 10 thousand of them, later increasing his collection year after year. At first he only decorated the house and the garden, which had become a great attraction, then with the collaboration of many people we arrived at today's magical scene.
E every year the town lights upbut it always does with new creativity, giving visitors different emotions. A trip for everyone, suitable for the little ones, but also for adults, because the magic of the holidays and the charm of the lights are extraordinary at any age. A mandatory stop if you are planning a vacation on Lake Maggiore.
Leggiuno, the hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso
If you visit Leggiuno, the town in the province of Varese, it is worth making a stop. admire the hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso which is located on a rock overlooking Lake Maggiore.
Very old in construction, it is made up of several buildings and has a bell tower that also overlooks the lake. In addition to the notable historical and artistic value, from this place you can admire unforgettable views.
