Car & Van Hire - Cardano Al Campo

Cardano Al Campo is close to many historical sites and areas of natural beauty. As such, there are plenty of monuments and sights to visit.

Events in Cardano Al Campo

A great time to visit Cardano Al Campo is during the festivities for the city’s patron saint. The feast of Saint Anastasio takes place every year on the 22nd of January and is celebrated with musical acts and religious ceremonies.

Things to see in Cardano Al Campo

One of the main sights in Cardano Al Campo is the majestic Church of Saint Anastasio, which honours the patron saint of the city. The current church was built in the 1930s but was erected over the site of a much older church, dating back to the 12th century. Another noteworthy sight is the MAGA museum, about an 8-minute drive away from the centre of Cardano Al Campo. This museum houses a vast collection of modern art that includes works from prominent Italian artists such as Lucio Fontana and Bruno Munari.

Shopping in Cardano Al Campo

If you’re looking to buy local produce, make sure you’re in town on Tuesday or Saturday mornings for the local market. Head to the aptly named Piazza Mercato off Via Matteotti street and you’ll find plenty of organic farm produce, artisanal trinkets, and souvenirs. After Italian fashion? Then head to the Centro Commerciale Malpensa UNO, a shopping mall with a food court, supermarket, and plenty of fashion stores.

What to eat and drink in Cardano Al Campo

In Cardano Al Campo you’ll find plenty of restaurants and trattorias serving traditional food from Lombardy. Local specialities include brüscitt, (pronounced broo-sheet) which means ‘bread crumbs’ in the local dialect. The dish takes on this name because it’s made with beef ground to resemble bread crumbs. Another dish you can try is pizzoccheri, a type of tagliatelle pasta made from buckwheat and served with cheese and cabbage. As for drinks, the region produces historical liquors that date back to the 16th century like Braulio, made from mountain herbs and almonds. The region is also famous for its Franciacorta sparkling wine.

Things to do with kids in and around Cardano Al Campo

If you’re travelling with kids, you’ll want to take them to Volandia, one of Europe’s largest aeronautical museums boasting over 100 aircrafts and plenty of interactive displays. Both kids and adults will be fascinated by the Space Pavillion and will marvel at the Simulator Area. Volandia is only a 10-minute drive away near Milan Malpensa Airport. Alternatively, take a trip to the Visconti di San Vito Castle, only a 15-minute drive from Cardano Al Campo. This medieval castle dates back to the 9th century and today houses a museum. Please note the castle can only be visited between April and October."

Cardano Al Campo’s proximity to North Italy’s largest airport, Milan Malpensa, makes it well-connected to all major motorways and roads.

The state highway SS336 connects Milan to Varese via Cardano Al Campo and Milan Malpensa Airport, which means getting in and out of Cardano Al Campo is easy via car.

The nearby E62 European motorway is also accessible from Cardano Al Campo, connecting you with Genova in the south and up to Nantes in northern France via Switzerland.

When driving in Cardano Al Campo, make a note of the market days on Tuesday and Saturday mornings which may cause road closures or extra traffic. To avoid this, you can park outside the city centre and walk into town.

Driving in Cardano and the Lombardy region is a scenic way to visit the area’s many sights, but before you rent a car, ensure you have the correct documentation to drive in Italy, such as a valid driver’s licence and insurance.

If you’re driving to the mountainous region of Lombardy, ensure you have the necessary gear such as snow chains in winter months and antifreeze liquid as the narrow mountain roads might get icy.

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