The mount Martica dominates the western slope of the Valganna, with the remains of discovered artillery stakes, built within the Northern Frontier. The route starts from the clearing beside the SS233 where it is possible to park ( Saint Gemolo farmhouse) following the signs for the now abandoned Valvassera Mine. The path proceeds up to a picnic area located a few meters from the river, adventurous people can discover the little-known Valvassera Falls, reachable only by a short walk in the river bed.

To reach Pensione Irma restaurant car park you need to follow the road signs for the Schiapparelli Astronomical Observatory, you’ll find a large parking lot at the end of the road.

The route starts from the stand in the direction of the Astronomical Observatory going up the rocky staircase and continuing in the direction of the ridge. The trail then changes to the north side of the path and proceeds along the hillside along path n.7 under the top of the observatory, also known as Punta Paradiso.

Gavirate – Biandronno – Bodio Lomnago – Azzate – Schiranna (Varese) – Calcinate – Voltorre – Gavirate