Saturday 7 March 2026 – DISCOVER NOVARA: Art, History, and Flavors of Piedmont

Join us for an inspiring day of art, history, and gastronomy—a celebration of Italy’s cultural heritage in the enchanting setting of Novara.

Our day begins with a guided walking tour of Novara’s charming old town, where we will discover the city’s medieval and Renaissance landmarks, including the magnificent Basilica of San Gaudenzio, crowned by the soaring dome designed by Alessandro Antonelli, architect of Turin’s iconic Mole Antonelliana.

We will then enjoy a guided visit of the exhibition The Italy of the First Italians – Portrait of a Newly Born Nation at Novara’s impressive Castello Visconteo-Sforzesco. This thoughtfully curated exhibition offers a captivating exploration of Italy’s early years as a unified nation, tracing its landscapes, people, and cultural evolution through times of great political and social change.

Our day concludes with a visit to a renowned Piedmont wine producer situated in the Novara Hills, where we will enjoy a tasting of fine regional wines accompanied by typical local delicacies.

Programme

• 09:00   Departure from Ispra
• 11:00   Guided walking tour* of Novara’s old town
• 12:30    Free time for individual lunch and sightseeing in Novara
• 14:15    Guided visit* of the exhibition
  The Italy of the First Italians – Portrait of a Newly  Born Nation at Novara Castle
• 16:00    Departure from Novara
• 16:30    Winery Tour Visit of a local wine producer situated in the Novara Hills with guided tasting of local wine accompanied by typical delicacies
• 18:30   Departure
• 20:00   Arrival at Ispra

*All guided tours are offered in English and Italian (2 groups, minimum 15 people each group required)

Cost (ACE members):
Full (adults): 60 €
Reduced (under18): 40 € (without winetasting)

Including transport by bus, all entrance fees, all guided tours and guided visits, winetasting (only adults) accompanied by typical local delicacies.

Please book before 17/02/2026