Learn about the Artway Project: a Journey through Tremezzina’s Artistic Heritage.
Welcome to Artway, a new project by the Municipality of Tremezzina that invites you to explore and rediscover the vast artistic heritage of one of the most enchanting areas on Lake Como. Through a network of thematic routes, Artway connects some of the most treasured and historically rich sites, highlighting local art and culture from the Romanesque period to the Neoclassical era.
The Municipality of Tremezzina has launched the Artway: Discovering Tremezzina’s Artistic Heritage project, funded through the 2021 public call for support for small and medium-sized art cities and villages significantly impacted by the decrease in tourism due to the COVID-19 pandemic, promoted by the Ministry of the Interior.
Building on the 2016 initiative, Artway. Invitation to Tremezzina: archaeology, art, history, and nature for the discovery of a unique cultural heritage, realized with support from the Lombardy Region and in collaboration with Villa Carlotta, FAI (the Italian Environmental Fund), the Isola Comacina Foundation, and Sacro Monte di Ossuccio, this project aims to create a network of artistic heritage spread across the municipal territory. The goal is to provide visitors with effective resources for exploring this heritage through various thematic routes and different formats of engagement.
Discover the Itinerary
Thematic Routes
The heart of the project is the creation of a route called “Artway,” designed to guide you through four main themes.
Each theme will allow you to:
- Enhance local art: From the remnants of the Romanesque period to elegant Neoclassical masterpieces, you will discover artworks that narrate centuries of history and traditions.
- Explore key figures: Artway reveals the stories of artists who have left an indelible mark on this land, bringing to light names and works that are often forgotten.
- Access hidden places virtually: Private villas, historic palaces, and gardens usually closed to the public will be accessible virtually, allowing you to admire the artistic wonders they hold.
A Heritage to Discover
Tremezzina is already known for its breathtaking landscapes and stunning villas, but with Artway, you will have the chance to discover a new dimension of the territory, where art, architecture, and history blend into a single captivating journey.
Artway is not just an artistic itinerary; it is an opportunity to fully immerse yourself in the soul of a land rich in beauty and stories, with routes that stimulate curiosity and invite you to explore even the most hidden corners.
L'opera dei Silva
A route that explores the art of Agostino Silva, a sculptor and stucco artist of the seventeenth century. You will discover three points of interest that house his works: the evocative Sanctuary and Sacro Monte of Ossuccio, and two places not open to the public, the captivating Villa del Balbiano and the Abbey of Acquafredda.
L'opera di Giulio Quaglio in the village of Bonzanigo
This itinerary will take you to the heart of the village of Bonzanigo, in Mezzegra, where you can admire the works of Baroque painter Giulio Quaglio. The four places of interest are the Church of Sant’Abbondio, the sumptuous Palazzo Brentano, formerly the town hall of Mezzegra and now open to the public on some special occasions, the historic private palaces, not open to the public, Casa del Vescovo and Palazzo Rosati.
The Villas
Explore some of the most iconic villas of Lake Como, symbols of elegance and rich in artistic testimonies: the renowned Villa del Balbianello, the most visited FAI property in Italy; the historic Villa Sola Cabiati, which is not open to the public; Villa Mainona, home to the Museum of the Landscape of Lake Como; and the beautiful Villa Carlotta, famous for its gardens and the artworks it houses.
The Romanesque
A journey to discover some of the beauties of local Romanesque art. The Chiesa dei Santi Giacomo e Filippo, the evocative Chiesa di Santa Maria Maddalena, and the ancient Hospitalis, home to the Antiquarium of Isola Comacina, in Ossuccio; the Chiesa di Santo Stefano with its crypt and the Battistero di San Giovanni Battista in Lenno, for an immersion into the historical and artistic roots of Tremezzina.
The Exhibition
“Note ai margini”
Visions, Highlights, and Reflections on the Landscape
April 5 — October 27, 2024
A widespread exhibition of contemporary art, in dialogue with the historical and artistic treasures of Tremezzina, aimed at uniting the past and present in a unique experience.
“Note ai Margini” is a widespread exhibition curated by Luminanda APS, lasting six months and featuring the works of young artists under 35. It generates a dialogue between contemporary artistic production and the historical, cultural, and landscape heritage of the four villages of the Municipality of Tremezzina.
The exhibition aims to provide an opportunity for reflection on the themes of integration and accessibility to art, creating opportunities for the enjoyment of the territorial heritage by an audience with vulnerabilities.
The Events
Discover the Events of Artway
Artway for All: an Inclusive Artistic Experience
This initiative, curated by Luminanda APS, aims to bring diverse audiences closer to the beauties of the territory, creating deep connections through accessible and engaging cultural and artistic experiences.
Artway for All offers:
- Inclusive and multisensory visits, to allow everyone to fully experience the artistic and historical richness of Tremezzina.
- Theatrical walks with headsets, that offer a unique immersion into the history and local traditions, with performances unfolding along scenic routes.
- Creative workshops, designed to stimulate the imagination and engagement of children and vulnerable audiences, creating a direct connection with the artistic heritage.
Artway for All is the perfect opportunity to discover the territory in a new, accessible, and creative way, enhancing art and culture as tools for connection and inclusion.
Heritage Walks and Summer Campus: An Experience for All Ages
The Heritage Walks, curated by the Liberi Sogni cooperative, include a series of four walks, one for each season, linked to the four thematic routes of Artway. This series offers a unique opportunity to discover the historical and artistic beauties of Tremezzina through the firsthand accounts of local community members, who will share the customs and traditions of the area. Each walk will be enriched by the contributions of art historians, who will provide interdisciplinary insights and in-depth analysis of the heritage being visited, creating a dialogue between the past and present.
One-Day Guide: Summer Campus for Young Explorers
The young participants, guided by the experts from the Liberi Sogni cooperative, will explore one of the most important artistic treasures of Tremezzina: the Sacro Monte di Ossuccio. The kids will take on the role of little guides, imagining and designing innovative and engaging ways to explain this artistic site to their peers and families.The week will culminate in a special day of interactive guided tours, open to the community, where the children will become “guides for a day,” sharing what they have learned with enthusiasm and creativity.
With these initiatives, the Artway project offers experiences of discovery, inclusion, and active participation, engaging people of all ages in the enhancement of Tremezzina’s heritage.
Discover the Assets in the Territory
The Map of Places
Comune di Tremezzina
Activity carried out as part of the project “Artway: alla scoperta del patrimonio artistico della Tremezzina”, funded by the fund for the “Support of small and medium-sized art cities and villages particularly affected by the decrease in tourism due to the COVID-19 pandemic for projects containing measures for the promotion and revitalization of artistic heritage” from the Ministry of the Interior.