13 Activities
Walks Around Bergamo and East Coast of Como Lake
Starts from
Milan
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Activities
13
Duration
10 hrs 55 min
Length
47 mi
Guide details
Starts from
Milan
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Duration
10 hrs 55 min
Length
47 mi
- Natural Attractions
- History and Culture
- Unusual Locations
Maria Grazia Piccirillo
Traveller
- Have a walk on the ancient walls of Bergamo.
- Visit the most beautiful square of Italy.
- See the torrent with a white milky foam.
- Walk on the shore of Como lake through the boardwalk of lovers.
In this one day out of Milan, you will encounter on your route the city of Bergamo, a gem situated at the base of the Orobie Pre-Alps, which is a milestone regarding the history of city administrative structure, since it is the place where the first town hall of Italy was built.
It is the heart of one of the most beautiful square of Italy, situated in the ancient centre protected with a path of defensive walls that are UNESCO world heritage.
But Bergamo is just the beginning, because on your way there is also the province of Lecco, with the small districts of Fiumelatte and Varenna, on the shore of Como lake and in front of Bellaggio.
Varenna is the location that embraces of the most romantic and famous view of the history, as Alessandro Manzoni recalls in the Promessi Sposi, the walk of lovers.
It is the heart of one of the most beautiful square of Italy, situated in the ancient centre protected with a path of defensive walls that are UNESCO world heritage.
But Bergamo is just the beginning, because on your way there is also the province of Lecco, with the small districts of Fiumelatte and Varenna, on the shore of Como lake and in front of Bellaggio.
Varenna is the location that embraces of the most romantic and famous view of the history, as Alessandro Manzoni recalls in the Promessi Sposi, the walk of lovers.
Categories
- Natural Attractions
- History and Culture
- Unusual Locations
In this one day out of Milan, you will encounter on your route the city of Bergamo, a gem situated at the base of the Orobie Pre-Alps, which is a milestone regarding the history of city administrative structure, since it is the place where the first town hall of Italy was built.
It is the heart of one of the most beautiful square of Italy, situated in the ancient centre protected with a path of defensive walls that are UNESCO world heritage.
But Bergamo is just the beginning, because on your way there is also the province of Lecco, with the small districts of Fiumelatte and Varenna, on the shore of Como lake and in front of Bellaggio.
Varenna is the location that embraces of the most romantic and famous view of the history, as Alessandro Manzoni recalls in the Promessi Sposi, the walk of lovers.
It is the heart of one of the most beautiful square of Italy, situated in the ancient centre protected with a path of defensive walls that are UNESCO world heritage.
But Bergamo is just the beginning, because on your way there is also the province of Lecco, with the small districts of Fiumelatte and Varenna, on the shore of Como lake and in front of Bellaggio.
Varenna is the location that embraces of the most romantic and famous view of the history, as Alessandro Manzoni recalls in the Promessi Sposi, the walk of lovers.
Maria Grazia Piccirillo
Traveller
- Have a walk on the ancient walls of Bergamo.
- Visit the most beautiful square of Italy.
- See the torrent with a white milky foam.
- Walk on the shore of Como lake through the boardwalk of lovers.
Day Itinerary
13 Activities
Day 1
45 mi3 mi
Discovering Bergamo and the Province of Lecco
Departing from Milan, during this day there will be a lot to discover! First in Bergamo, with the most ancient town hall of Italy and the UNESCO heritage defensive walls; and later on reaching the province of Lecco, where the nature is the protagonist, giving you one of the best landscape ever on the lake Como.
10:005 min
Car Park
As you arrived in Bergamo, leave your car on this parking. It is located not far from the historic centre that you are going to explore further.
0.2 mi
5 min
10:2030 min
Old Square
Le Corbusier, an architect and urbanist, regarded Piazza Vecchia as one of the most beautiful squares in Europe. The square is situated in the "high part" of Bergamo, known as Bergamo Alta, which is home to most of the city's ancient monuments. Throughout the centuries, the square has served as the hub of political activities in the city, and it remains a pedestrian-only zone that has prohibited vehicles for many years to maintain its atmosphere and a timeless appearance.
0.1 mi
5 min
11:0045 min
Palace of Reason
Built around the half of the 12th century, it is the most ancient town hall of Italy, symbol of the first administrative structure of the Italian districts.
Inside the palace, there is the Museum of affreschi that hosts about 100 frescos of the province of Bergamo and its city, among which the affreschi of Bramante.
Another interesting thing about this place is the sundial built by Giovanni Albrici in 1798, that points at the solar midday — not that of the clock — and the zodiac sign in which we are, passing through a hole in a plate at 7 metres height, it illuminates the slab on the ground.
Inside the palace, there is the Museum of affreschi that hosts about 100 frescos of the province of Bergamo and its city, among which the affreschi of Bramante.
Another interesting thing about this place is the sundial built by Giovanni Albrici in 1798, that points at the solar midday — not that of the clock — and the zodiac sign in which we are, passing through a hole in a plate at 7 metres height, it illuminates the slab on the ground.
0.3 mi
5 min
12:001 hr
Venetian Walls of Bergamo
The defensive walls of Bergamo, the Mura Veneziane were built in the 16th century to protect the city, are today UNESCO heritage.
The walls surround all the ancient centre of Bergamo with a path of about 6 km and consist of four gates — among which Porta San Giacomo, that is considered the most beautiful of the four — and two gunners of San Michele and San Giovanni.
The walls surround all the ancient centre of Bergamo with a path of about 6 km and consist of four gates — among which Porta San Giacomo, that is considered the most beautiful of the four — and two gunners of San Michele and San Giovanni.
0.4 mi
10 min
13:101 hr
Ristorante Vineria Cozzi
This eatery has been an established presence in the old part of Bergamo since 1848, offering a menu that is emblematic of the area's customary cuisine. It is situated right in the center of Bergamo Alta and has a long history of serving up typical dishes that have been passed down through generations in this region.
0.2 mi
5 min
14:155 min
Car Park
Let's go back to the parking to collect your car and continue your journey.
37.4 mi
1 hr 30 min
15:505 min
Car Park
Here is a convenient car park where you can stop to leave your vehicle and go for a brief walk in Fiumelatte.
0.2 mi
5 min
16:1045 min
Fiumelatte Spring
After the walk around the walls of Bergamo, you will be headed to Fiumelatte, province of Lecco, that hosts one of the shortest torrent of Italy — just 250 metres from the origin point to the leap into the lake — with a particular white foam, whose appearance reminds the consistency of milk, from which takes the name.
Besides this, there is another quirk about this small torrent, which appears just from March to October and then disappears again.
Besides this, there is another quirk about this small torrent, which appears just from March to October and then disappears again.
3.3 mi
15 min
17:105 min
Car Park
To explore the beautiful town of Vezio leave your car on this parking and head for a stroll to see its places of interest.
0.3 mi
10 min
17:2545 min
Vezio Castle
The stop after Fiumelatte is the amazing Castle of Vezio, where you have access to a breathtaking view from the top.
The origins of the castle are dated back to the 11th century, but it was exposed to several reworks during the history. Today it is hosts also a falcon training and care centre, where it is possible to admire this beautiful predatory in action.
The castle is open from March to November, and it is closed if the weather conditions are not good. The opening hours vary according to the months, and you can find the schedule on the official website.
The origins of the castle are dated back to the 11th century, but it was exposed to several reworks during the history. Today it is hosts also a falcon training and care centre, where it is possible to admire this beautiful predatory in action.
The castle is open from March to November, and it is closed if the weather conditions are not good. The opening hours vary according to the months, and you can find the schedule on the official website.
0.8 mi
20 min
18:3045 min
Walk of Lovers of Varenna
And here you will reach the most romantic moment ever!
The trail is called Walk of lovers, and it is a 500 metres boardwalk on the lake from where you can admire the landscapes of the lake and the mountains. It starts from the jetty and reaches the colourful houses of the little historic centre of Varenna.
0.8 mi
25 min
19:405 min
Car Park
Your time in Varenna and Vezio has come to an end, so head to the parking and go for dinner.
