Lagozza

Lagozza is a prehistoric settlement at the edge of Besnate where people lived in pile dwellings built at the margin of a marshy area. The remains show wooden posts and collapse layers spread across much of the site.

The settlement was founded around 5800 years ago during the earliest phase of human occupation in this region. It was discovered in 1877 when a landowner donated collected items to a local museum.

The site reveals tools and household objects that show how people lived and built their homes around 5800 years ago. These finds provide insight into the craftsmanship and daily routines of prehistoric settlement communities.

The location has been thoroughly surveyed with archaeological layers exposed in several areas. Visitors should know that the ground today is mostly fields, and ancient structures are not visible above the surface.

Despite its archaeological importance, this site was excluded from the UNESCO Alpine Pile Dwellings listing due to missing recent documentation. This omission makes it one of the lesser-known prehistoric locations in the region.

Location: Besnate

GPS coordinates: 45.70630,8.74901

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:03