Articles | Volume 9, issue 1
https://doi.org/10.5194/gc-9-87-2026
https://doi.org/10.5194/gc-9-87-2026
Research article
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21 Jan 2026
Research article |  | 21 Jan 2026

Science, art, and legends in geotourism: a multidisciplinary geotrail approach in Alagna Valsesia, Sesia Val Grande Geopark (NW Italy)

Michele Guerini, Alice Ferrazza, and Gianluca D'Incà Levis

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Interactive discussion

Status: closed

Comment types: AC – author | RC – referee | CC – community | EC – editor | CEC – chief editor | : Report abuse
  • RC1: 'Comment on egusphere-2025-3081', M. Tropeano, 26 Aug 2025
    • AC1: 'Reply on RC1', Michele Guerini, 19 Oct 2025
  • RC2: 'Comment on egusphere-2025-3081', Anonymous Referee #2, 28 Aug 2025
    • AC2: 'Reply on RC2', Michele Guerini, 19 Oct 2025

Peer review completion

AR – Author's response | RR – Referee report | ED – Editor decision | EF – Editorial file upload
ED: Publish subject to minor revisions (further review by editor) (12 Nov 2025) by Jenna Sutherland
AR by Michele Guerini on behalf of the Authors (22 Nov 2025)  Author's response 
EF by Mario Ebel (01 Dec 2025)  Manuscript   Author's tracked changes   Supplement 
ED: Publish subject to technical corrections (19 Dec 2025) by Jenna Sutherland
ED: Publish subject to technical corrections (19 Dec 2025) by Sam Illingworth (Executive editor)
AR by Michele Guerini on behalf of the Authors (23 Dec 2025)  Manuscript 
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Short summary
This project explores a creative way to connect geology and local culture in Alagna Valsesia, Italy. Working with local Walser people and contemporary artists, it produced an artist’s book that tells the story of the land through both science and tradition. The book guides visitors along a geotrail, offering a unique, engaging experience that makes Earth’s history more accessible while celebrating community heritage.
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