Palazzo Vertemate Franchi
This mansion is situated in the village of Cortinaccio at Prosto di Piuro, just two kilometres from Chiavenna. It is a beautiful Renaissance masterpiece immersed in an enchanting natural environment; the walls and ceilings are filled with frescos representing grand scenes of Greek mythology, the inlaid work of the ceilings and "stüe" are the wonders of this mansion.

Museo degli scavi di Piuro (The Excavations Museum of Piuro)
Set up in the vestry of the Sant'Abbondio church of Piuro, it exhibits the remains of ancient Piuro which where buried in the landslide of Conto mountain in the year 1618. Among the objects displayed are some liturgical articles, various coat of arms and pieces made of ollare stone. The main prints that where done in various European states from the year 1618 onwards regarding Piuro before and after the landslide are exhibited on the walls.

Acquafraggia waterfalls
Situated at the beginning of Val Bregaglia, the waterfalls are a suggestive sight with their double drop. Natural monument since 1984, they offer relax and moments of fun thanks to the splendid park which offers paths for walking or cycling and numerous excursions.

Laboratory of ollare stone and linen
Among the old traditional activities of low Bregaglia, importance is given to the excavation and processing of ollare stone. In the atelier-museum, it is possible to admire objects created with great workmanship by a craftsman including 'laveggi' (cooking recipients made of ollare stone). In the same building there is also a linen-weaving laboratory where mats are produced as well as fabrics of fine workmanship.

The Romanesque churches and the co-operative presses of Val Bregaglia
Within the district of Santa Croce, there are two important examples of Romanesques churches. The church of San Martino in Aurogo dates back to the eleventh century and is characterized by valuable ancient frescos. The Rotonda, so called for its circular design, is situated on the opposite side of the Mera river and contains an extremely valuable wooden altarpiece cupboard.
Regarding the presence of terraced vineyards, one must remember that in Val Bregaglia it's possible to visit some grape presses; at Villa di Chiavenna (Ponteggia district), at Santa Croce and at Chiavenna.