Magnago: Discover Nature, History and Local Festivals

Nature and History in Magnago

Magnago combines natural landscapes with historical traces and fixed events throughout the year. The Parco delle Roggie extends over approximately 513 hectares in the areas of Magnago, Arconate and Dairago. Its size makes it a significant landscape area for travelers who, during their stay, want to include not only the town itself but also nature and trails in their plans.

Woodlands and Trails

More than 60% of the Parco delle Roggie is covered by woodland; most of these forest areas are located in the territory of Magnago. The Percorso naturalistico crosses forests and cultivated fields within the park.

The nature trail for cyclists and pedestrians begins at Via Picasso in Magnago and ends at the Alzaia Canale Villoresi near Via Gramsci in Buscate. It is 8.9 km long.

Historical Traces in the Townscape

The present-day building of the Casa Parrocchiale in Magnago dates from the first half of the 18th century. Two historic sundials have been preserved on the garden-facing façade. The Casa Parrocchiale has been recognized by the Soprintendenza ai Monumenti as being of historical and artistic value.

The Chiesetta di San Martino has been documented since the end of the 13th century. The parish church of San Michele Arcangelo in Magnago also contains a chapel dedicated to Saint Eurosia. Both religious buildings add different historical periods and religious references to the overall historical impression.

Another historical trace is Via Traversagna. It is an ancient road from Roman times that connected the Olona and Ticino rivers. Its documented connection between these two places makes the road a subject in its own right for anyone interested in the long history of the landscape.

Two Fixed Events Throughout the Year

The Fiera primaverile takes place on the last Sunday in March in the streets and squares of Magnago. The Fiera autunnale Festa Patronale di San Michele follows on the last Monday in September, also in the streets and squares of Magnago. If you would like to plan your trip around local events, these two dates provide clear timing for spring and autumn.

Considering Magnago as a Place to Stay

Magnago is located on the Ferrovie Nord Milano railway network. When choosing accommodation, you can consider this rail connection together with your interests in woodlands, trails, historic buildings or the two Fiera events as part of your personal travel planning. This keeps your accommodation decision focused on the themes you actually want to experience and explore in Magnago.

More places for your travel planning: San Donato Milanese, Dresano, Garbagnate Milanese, Concorezzo, Basiano, Bollate, Trezzo Sull’adda, Cisliano

For the overarching travel overview: Milan.