From 02/09/2024 to 02/10/2024 this accommodation will be closed
B&B Raggio di Sole
The B&B Raggio di Sole is a unique and unforgettable experience. Located at an altitude of 1000 meters on the Italian side of the Rhaetian Alps, this green oasis is surrounded by enchanting chestnut, birch, and beech forests. Offering a spectacular view of the Orobic Alps, this secluded yet charming place is ideal for those who want to spend days of complete relaxation, perhaps immersed in reading a good book or taking long walks in the woods, even with their four-legged friend.
The house is divided into two distinct areas: the Bed & Breakfast, located on the ground floor with an independent entrance, and the upper floors dedicated to the family. This structure has been renovated from a typical Valtellinese dwelling, with special attention to the use of precious materials such as larch and fir wood. The original stones of the house have been preserved and reused, contributing to maintaining its authentic charm. In addition, energy-saving technologies have been adopted and a large portion of the energy used comes from green sources.
The B&B can comfortably accommodate 2 people with the possibility of adding 2 more. The rooms are spacious and well-furnished, each with a private bathroom and hairdryer. Every detail has been tastefully and practically taken care of. Furthermore, the B&B offers a fully equipped kitchenette where guests can independently prepare tea, coffee, and herbal teas.
The delightful buffet breakfast is carefully prepared by Lorenza, using local, authentic, and fresh ingredients. During the summer months, you can enjoy breakfast outdoors on the spacious terrace with a view of the majestic Orobic Alps and the valley below. Take advantage of this wonderful panoramic view to start your day off right, immersing yourself in the beauty of the surrounding nature.
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"The room is in a rustic style and has a comfortable double bed, a private bathroom with exclusive use and a shower. In the room, there is the possibility of adding a camping cot or a bed for children."
There is no information available about the origins of the small village of Bratta, but valuable information about life and events from the last century can still be obtained from the testimonies of elderly residents of Bratta.
In 1939, Bratta had around 400 inhabitants and about a hundred families. After the Second World War, the population significantly decreased, both due to emigration to faraway lands (such as Australia and South America, as well as nearby provinces in Brianza), and because many people relocated to Bianzone.
For the residents, who were engaged in the cultivation of rye, buckwheat, and potatoes, and in some cases even in the breeding of a few sheep and goats, life was not easy and everyone tried to make do as best they could. During the Second World War, when essential goods were scarce, it was common to smuggle products such as cheese, flour, and chestnuts across the Swiss border, in exchange for salt, which was unavailable in Valtellina.
After the war, this activity shifted to smuggling cigarettes and later coffee, contributing for years to the economy not only of Bratta but of the whole country.
Despite smuggling being illegal, it was never particularly hindered by authorities. It is likely that the difficult economic situation caused by the war served as a mitigating factor and morally justified this activity, carried out to meet the survival needs of a completely isolated community, as there was no paved road connecting the village to the town.
In the 1970s, the last two remaining families abandoned the hamlet, and the area remained uninhabited for many years. Today, only my family lives permanently in Bratta, and many return during the summer, staying in the old renovated houses, immersed in the peace of the mountains.
Via Bratta Loc. Pusola- Bianzone (SO) - Directions
Identification code 014008-BEB-00002
