A Botanical Gem on Lake Maggiore
Villa Taranto is a botanical treasure located on Lake Maggiore, created by Scottish Captain Neil McEacharn in 1931. This floral paradise offers visitors a unique experience between history, beauty and nature.
Plan Your Visit to Villa Taranto
- - Opening period: April to October
- - Extent of the park: 16 hectares
- - Botanical heritage:
- - 20,000 plants of special botanical value
- - 80,000 bulbous plants in bloom
- - 15,000 border seedlings
What to See in Villa Taranto
- - Entrance Avenue ("Avenue of the Conifers")
- - Fountain of the Putti
- - Maze of Dahlias
- - Victoria Greenhouse and Vertical Garden
- - Chapel-Mausoleum of Captain McEacharn
- - The Valletta with its characteristic little bridge
- - Villa Taranto (visible only from the outside)
- - Terraced Gardens
Seasonal Highlights of Villa Taranto
- Spring:
- - 80,000 Dutch Tulips
- - Violets, Primroses, Poppies and Lily of the Valley
- Summer:
- - Azaleas (May)
- - Petunias (June)
- - Lotus flowers (July-August)
- Autumn:
- - Water Lilies
- - Tea Plant
- - Winter Camellias
- - Fall Foliage
Villa Taranto's Unmissable Events
- - Bulb Festival (April)
- - Labyrinth of Tulips
- - Exhibition of Dahlias (late July to October)
- - "Tourist in Your Town" (every first Sunday of the month for Verbania residents)
Tips for Visiting Villa Taranto
- - Explore the Wellness Garden for a relaxing break
- - Visit the café-restaurant at the entrance for refreshments
- - Look for rare species such as Victoria Cruziana and Davidia Involucrata
- - Follow the path of the 12 highlights so you don't miss anything
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FAQs
Is it possible to participate in guided tours within the gardens?
Yes, within the gardens it is possible to participate in guided tours.
What are the rarest or most famous plant species I can expect to see at Villa Taranto?
At Villa Taranto you can see both rare plants such as Victoria Cruziana and famous plants such as Tulips.
Are there any special events or flower shows scheduled throughout the year at Villa Taranto?
Yes, there are special events and flower shows scheduled throughout the year at Villa Taranto such as ''The Bulb Festival'' in April.