Macugnaga — Walser Valley at the foot of Monte Rosa
Where the mountain has an ancient soul.
Macugnaga is no ordinary destination. Nestled in the Anzasca Valley, on the eastern slopes of Monte Rosa, it is one of the most intact Walser villages in the Alps—a place where culture, architecture, and landscape blend together with rare authenticity. The stone and dark wood houses, the bell towers, the meadows sloping toward the glaciers: every corner tells the story of centuries of Alpine life.
Staying at Cima Jazzi Residence means having this extraordinary area as your own backyard. Not just a scenic backdrop, but a living frame that changes with the seasons, silent in winter beneath the snow, vibrant in summer among the paths and flower-filled pastures.
Four seasons, infinite experiences.
Macugnaga changes with the seasons—and each season offers a different way to feel alive.
Winter — The White Silence
Alpine skiing in the Moro and Belvedere ski areas, cross-country skiing, nighttime snowshoeing in the woods, and ice skating with friends. Macugnaga in winter is secluded, intimate, and magical.
Spring — The awakening of nature
Strolls through flowering meadows, the roar of the rushing streams, the first treks to the mountain huts under the warm sun, a stroll by the lake. Macugnaga in spring is vibrant, bright, and rejuvenating.
Summer — High Altitude Without Borders
Trekking to the mountain huts, mountaineering on Monte Rosa, mountain biking on the trails, swimming in glacial waters. Summer in Macugnaga is for those who love the mountains in all their forms.
Autumn — Colors and reflection
The larches turn gold, the days grow shorter, the trails empty. Autumn offers those who wait, the truest mountain experience, far from the frenetic pace.
Places not to be missed
The territory around you.
Lake of the Fairies
A glacial lake of alpine water, reachable on foot from the center of Macugnaga in about 40 minutes. Unreal colors, absolute silence.
Belvedere Glacier
One of the most accessible glaciers in the Alps: reach it by cable car and literally walk across Monte Rosa. An unforgettable experience in any season.
Borgo Staffa and the Walser houses
The historic heart of Macugnaga, with its characteristic Walser stone and blackened larch dwellings. An open-air museum that recounts centuries of Alpine history.
Zamboni-Zappa Refuge
A base camp for climbers heading to the east face of Monte Rosa. Even just reaching it is a highly satisfying excursion, with breathtaking views of the glacier.
Moro Pass
A pass connecting Macugnaga to the Ossola Valley, with ski resorts in winter and sweeping views of Lake Maggiore and the Swiss Alps in summer.
Staff advice
Our secrets about Macugnaga.
Not the usual tips. These are the places and moments we've grown to love, and that we want to share with our guests.
Dawn on the Rosa from the churchyard
Wake up before the sun and walk to the old churchyard. On clear days, the grazing light paints the east face of Monte Rosa a stunning pink. Bring a thermos-powered coffee—it's worth it.
Culinary Experience at the Foot of Mount Rosa - Our Stube
Let Chef Giovanni Caracciolo guide you: a tasting menu of excellence awaits you on the ground floor. Refinement, research, and attention to detail blend into every single course.
Macugnaga at night
Go out on foot in the fresh snow or across flower-filled meadows under the stars: the sky at this altitude, far from light pollution, is a spectacle the city can't offer.
Ready to discover Macugnaga up close?
Cima Jazzi Residence is your ideal base for exploring the Walser valley, its glaciers, trails, and authentic mountain flavors. Every stay is an immersion in the area—not just a place to sleep.