Oleggio

Oleggio is a municipality (comune) in the Province of Novara, in Piedmont. The Church of Santa Maria della Mercede stands within its territory, also known as Annunziata or Santa Maria in Galnago, reachable from via Sempione ^[1].

The Church of Santa Maria della Mercede

The church preserves fresco cycles inside it, as well as architectural features that define its appearance ^[1]. The place of worship is described as a heritage site little visited by the better-known tourist circuits of the Novara area ^[1].

FAI guided tours

On 8 November 2026 the Novara branch of FAI (Fondo per l'Ambiente Italiano) organised a guided tour of the church, starting at 3pm with staggered admission slots, with participants meeting on via Sempione ^[1]. The initiative required a minimum contribution of €15 for non-FAI members and €10 for members, with proceeds going to the Fondo per l'Ambiente Italiano's conservation activities ^[1].

Timeline

• 2 November 2026 — The Novara branch of FAI organises a guided tour of the Church of Santa Maria della Mercede in Oleggio for 8 November, to explore its architecture and frescoes. → NovaraToday

Sources

1. Oleggio, alla scoperta di Santa Maria della Mercede: visite guidate con il Fai tra storia e affreschi — NovaraToday, 2 November 2026