Via del Torchio, Pella

The cluster sits on the eastern shore of Lake Orta; Isola San Giulio lies directly offshore. The area is in the pre-Alpine lake district; Mottarone (peak ~1,491 m) and its slopes are within the roughly 15 km radius. Ferry and boat services operate on Lake Orta connecting the lakeside villages. Nearest town of size is Omegna at the northern end of the lake, with shops, weekly markets and local light industry (kitchenware and metalworking firms have long been based in the Omegna area). Nearest ski lifts are on Mottarone, a roughly 25–35 minute drive depending on route.