The Valganna is a valley in the Lugano Prealps, located north of Varese in northwestern

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, Italy. Its main peaks are Monte Piambello, Poncione di Ganna,

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and Monte Minisfreddo. It is crossed by the Olona and

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rivers, and two small lakes, Lago di Ganna and Lago di Ghirla, are located in the valley. Three municipalities are located in the valley; Valganna, Cunardo and

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. The Valganna is known for its caves and its waterfalls, often frozen during winter.

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