Member organisations
The Ecomuseum of the Moltrasio Stone. First basin of Lake Como is established as a second-level association. Its work is therefore the result of cooperation between local authorities and associations.
Its members are:
Municipality of Moltrasio
Municipality of Moltrasio (founding member)
Moltrasio lies on the western shore of the first basin of Lake Como. The village’s ancient origins are documented by the discovery of a copper axe dating to 2000 BC and the furnishings of a Gallic tomb dating to the second century BC. Known since the eighteenth century as a holiday destination, its territory includes villas that hosted figures such as the composer Vincenzo Bellini. The village is formed by hamlets rising from the lake towards the mountains. Moltrasio is renowned for its local stone quarries and dry-stone terraces, still visible along the “Sentee di Sort”. Moltrasio stone, a source of pride for the Comacine Masters, was also used here to build the many crotti where wine was traditionally stored.
Parish of San Martino
Parish of San Martino (founding member)
The Church of Saints Martin and Agatha probably served as the parish church from the thirteenth century. Following major alterations and extensions between the late sixteenth and mid-seventeenth centuries, it took on its present form and received numerous works of art, frescoes and stucco decorations. Since 2023, the Parish of San Martino has formed part of the Pastoral Community of the Holy Trinity together with the parishes of Carate, Urio, Laglio and Brienno. Thanks to its active religious community, longstanding local traditions are still preserved, including the Confraternity of the Blessed Sacrament, the September octave of the Madonna and the celebrations for the Holy Thorn, donated to the parish in 1721 and kept in the side altar of the Crucifix.
Moltrasina Cooperative
Moltrasina Cooperative (founding member)
The cooperative began on 10 August 1902, when 130 residents of Moltrasio decided to join together to sell food, wine and beverages to members and their families. By 1907, growing membership enabled the cooperative to purchase the building in Via Raschi, where food sales were introduced alongside the serving of wine, liqueurs and soft drinks. In October 1949, the “Moltrasina” became a limited-liability cooperative. Today it has more than 250 members, with a significant female presence. Cultural initiatives and information meetings on current affairs have expanded the social and recreational work of the club.
Canottieri Moltrasio
Canottieri Moltrasio ASD (founding member)
Founded in 1902 as the Circolo Sportivo Moltrasino, its charter referred not only to rowing but also to swimming, running and athletics. After decades of success and victories, the organisation became Canottieri Moltrasio and continued to grow during the 1980s, adding a gym, rowing tank, bar and spaces for gymnastics. A canoe and kayak section was created for a steadily growing group wishing to practise sport in close contact with nature. During the 1990s, results across several categories led the club to receive the CONI GOLD STAR. It now has a distinguished record that includes world titles and the qualification of three athletes for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
Pro Moltrasio
Pro Moltrasio Association (founding member)
Its first charter dates to 1939. From the beginning, its activities focused on enhancing the beauty of the village and making the area attractive to visitors. Important initiatives included installing a public telephone in the Borgo hamlet, improving the landing-stage square, selling newspapers by the pier and placing benches in panoramic positions. Today Pro Moltrasio continues to promote tourism, culture and social initiatives. During the summer it runs the information point at the Navigazione Laghi landing stage, produces information and educational material and manages the online tourist portal. It also takes part in village events, including the patronal feast of San Martino, where it serves traditional dishes.
Governance
Board of Directors
- President
- Renato Panzeri
- Vice President
- Antonella Vanini
- Secretary
- Giuseppe Carrano
- Treasurer
- Daniele Pelagatti
Coordinator
Milena Gioppi