PETTENASCO BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
A 35-minute Thursday crossing from Pettenasco to Omegna across Lake Orta — round-trip at €7,40
A short, scenic boat ride operated by Navigazione Lago d'Orta that runs from Pettenasco Riva Pisola to central Omegna and back, useful for a half-day lakeside outing.
A 35-minute Thursday crossing from Pettenasco to Omegna across Lake Orta — round-trip at €7,40.
Embark on a scenic 35-minute navigation from Pettenasco to Omegna each Thursday and trace almost the full length of Lake Orta past characteristic lakeside borghi. The crossing offers stunning views of the lake and a leisurely stop in Omegna to visit its market and historic center before the return trip.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Nearly the whole lake in a single crossing
The boat traverses almost the entire length of Lake Orta, passing characteristic borghi including Ronco and Oira di Nonio as it runs from Pettenasco toward Omegna.
Omegna’s market and historic center
The scheduled stop in Omegna lets you step ashore at the pontile in the gulf — centrally placed for exploring the town and its well-regarded market.
Short, scenic crossing with lake panoramas
A compact, 35-minute passage from Pettenasco captures the lake’s character and shoreline villages, delivering memorable lakeside vistas in under an hour each way.
What the day feels like
How the trip feels
Departing Pettenasco Riva Pisola at 9:15, the ride is a concise, scenic transit of Lake Orta: roughly 35 minutes to arrive at Omegna’s centrally located pontile at 9:50, time to explore the market and historic center, then a scheduled departure from Omegna at 11:30 with return to Pettenasco at 12:15.
THE ROUTE
Nearly the whole lake in a single crossing
The boat traverses almost the entire length of Lake Orta, passing characteristic borghi including Ronco and Oira di Nonio as it runs from Pettenasco toward Omegna.
THE DESTINATION
Omegna’s market and historic center
The scheduled stop in Omegna lets you step ashore at the pontile in the gulf — centrally placed for exploring the town and its well-regarded market.
THE SENSE OF PLACE
Short, scenic crossing with lake panoramas
A compact, 35-minute passage from Pettenasco captures the lake’s character and shoreline villages, delivering memorable lakeside vistas in under an hour each way.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this short lake crossing suits — and who should plan differently.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Do not plan to eat on board: consuming food on the vessel is prohibited.
Passengers should note the prohibition on consuming food on the boats.
Bringing food to consume on the boat is not permitted; plan to eat ashore in Omegna if desired.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the crossing from Pettenasco to Omegna?
The navigation takes approximately 35 minutes from Pettenasco to Omegna.
When and where does the boat depart?
Departure is from Pettenasco Riva Pisola spiaggia; the scheduled departure time from Pettenasco is 9:15 on the listed Thursday service.
What time does the boat arrive in Omegna and when is the return?
The arrival in Omegna is at 9:50; the return departs Omegna at 11:30 with arrival back in Pettenasco at 12:15.
How much does the round-trip ticket cost?
The round-trip tariff for Pettenasco–Omegna is €7,40.
Can I bring a bicycle aboard?
A maximum of two bicycles is permitted, but the captain has priority authority and may decide not to embark bicycles for space reasons.
Does the ticket include a stop at Isola di San Giulio?
The Pettenasco–Omegna ticket does not include a stop on Isola di San Giulio; for that, the daily ticket (from €10,80) is recommended.
Are food and drinks allowed on board?
No — consuming food on the boats is prohibited.
Who operates this service?
The service is operated by Navigazione Lago d'Orta.