River Trekking, all you need to know!
BergamoXP
23/08/2023
In this article we describe one of our favorite activities, as well as one of the most exciting… the River Trekking!
Iseo Lake… 8 unmissable places to see
BergamoXP
23/08/2023
Less well known than the “big brothers” Garda and Como, Iseo Lake is a real pearl nestled between the Lombard Pre-Alps. In this article we suggest the 8 unmissable places to see on Iseo Lake with the related trips and excursions.
Spring…10 ideas for trips in Lombardy
BergamoXP
23/08/2023
In this article we suggest 10 ideas for excursions and trips to take in our region, Lombardy, in this splendid season, Spring.
Snowshoeing… 8 itineraries in Lombardy
BergamoXP
22/08/2023
Snowshoeing is an excellent way to engage in mountain hiking and explore snowy environments during winter. Snowshoes, or “ciaspole” in Italian (also known as “ciaspe,” “caspe,” or “ciaste” depending on the region), are special snowshoes worn directly over boots, designed for winter excursions in snowy mountain terrain.
In this article, after a brief overview of how to practice this activity in a safe and conscious way, we will describe 8 snowshoeing itineraries to follow in our region, Lombardy.
Snowshoeing… 6 Routes in the Province of Bergamo
BergamoXP
22/08/2023
nowshoeing is a typical winter activity to explore the mountains at a slower pace, as an alternative to skiing.
In this article we will describe 6 Snowshoeing Routes to go through in the Province of Bergamo
10 routes where you can admire the foliage in Lombardy.
BergamoXP
22/08/2023
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.
Chestnuts… Five Routes where to collect them in the Province of Bergamo
BergamoXP
22/08/2023
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 village of Maslana
BergamoXP
22/08/2023
Maslana is a charming alpine village located above the town of Valbondione in the High Val Seriana. It is characterized by stone houses and slate roofs. During spring, it’s easy to spot ibexes in this area, as they wait for the season to improve before returning to higher altitudes. Another reason to visit this beautiful village is the opportunity to admire the Serio Waterfalls from a privileged perspective.
hike to Gleno Dam
BergamoXP
22/08/2023
he Gleno Dam was an artificial dam located on the basin of the Gleno stream in Val di Scalve, designed to create a reservoir for water accumulation and generate electricity. However, it collapsed on December 1, 1923, causing significant damage and loss of life in the Bergamo’s Val di Scalve and Brescia’s Val Camonica. Today, the remains of the dam can still be reached and admired through an easy and evocative excursion.
Cà Minelli in Alzano Lombardo
BergamoXP
22/08/2023
Cà Minelli is an ancient sixteenth-century noble residence nestled in the green woods of the lower Valle Seriana, in the village of Lonno, a hamlet of Alzano Lombardo. The building is characterized by walls painted in yellow and blue, and on every wall and corner of the house, there are proverbs, sayings, rhyming verses, life advice, and suggestions typical of folk wisdom. An easy and green path immersed in the woods of the lower Valle Seriana allows you to reach this house of wisdom.