
Day Trip to Sacro Monte di Varese
Walking among faith and nature In this itinerary, we describe the route to the famous Sacro Monte di Varese, a UNESCO Heritage Site since 2003.

Walking among faith and nature In this itinerary, we describe the route to the famous Sacro Monte di Varese, a UNESCO Heritage Site since 2003.

The Path of Expressions in Val D’Intelvi is a trail that winds through a splendid forest in this valley in the Como area, on the border with Switzerland. Along the path, you can come across numerous statues and artworks created by carving tree trunks and branches, depicting fauns, elves, and forest spirits. Ideal for children, young and old alike!

The natural reserve of the Pyramids of Zone, on the North Eastern shore of Iseo lake, is characterized by the presence of vertical tongues of rock, up to 30 meters high, surmounted by large erratic boulders that reduce their exposure to wind and rain, slowing down erosion.

Chestnuts are the autumn’s prized fruit. When the forests begin to don warm colors and the days grow shorter and cooler, it’s time to put on your shoes and gloves and head out to search for this seasonal treasure. The province of Bergamo hosts several forests where they are easily found, and in this article, we will describe some of the most rewarding routes.

The Spirit of the Forest is a trail that winds through a beautiful deciduous forest at the foot of the Corni di Canzo mountains, in the province of Como. Along the path, you can admire wooden sculptures created by Alessandro Cortinovis, depicting magical forest inhabitants such as gnomes, elves, sprites, fauns, and tree-men. This trail is particularly suitable for families and children. The forest is managed by ERSAF Lombardia, and the route ends at the Terz’alpe agriturismo refuge, where you can rest and replenish.

Maresana is a hill located just beyond the northeast border of the city of Bergamo, its green lung and an easy refuge for those who, from the city, are looking for nature that is easily and quickly accessible. With its 546 meters of height, it barely misses the definition of a mountain (the limit is 600 meters), and it is located along the ridge that marks the beginning of the Val Seriana. Its chestnut forests are the ideal destination for those who, in the autumn, are in search of these fruits.

Autumn foliage is the particular phenomenon during which the leaves of deciduous trees change color, transitioning from the green of summer to the typical yellows, oranges, reds, and browns of autumn. The best time to observe this is from late September to early November.
In this article, we will describe 10 routes in our region, Lombardy, where it’s easy to admire and enjoy the foliage.

In our region, Lombardy, there is certainly no shortage of opportunities to fully enjoy autumn and thus remain outdoors. In this article we therefore suggest 10 ideas for excursions and trips to take in Lombardy in autumn.

The Enchanted Forest Trail is an easy route, suitable for families and children, which winds through the forest in Colle Vareno, not far from the Monte Pora ski resort. The trail is dotted with wooden sculptures representing the interpretation of some local legends and alpine folklore, such as gnomes and fairies, and is accompanied by explanatory panels that detail their stories.

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