The largest basin of the Brianza lakes, a few kilometres from Lecco

    Let's continue to Porlezza, a popular tourist destination at the north-eastern end of the lake, which can be reached by taking the Strada Statale 340 Regina road to Argegno and then crossing the Val d'Intelvi.   An embarkation point for lake cruises in the summer months, out of season it offers a more relaxed and charming atmosphere. The parish church dedicated to San Vittore, one of the 57 mediaeval parish churches of the ancient archdiocese of Milan, is well worth a visit, while a few kilometres from its centre, in the direction of Menaggio, we find Lake Piano, a nature reserve and EU Site of Community Importance, which must not be missed. Easy to ride and suitable for everyone, the 13.5-kilometre Porlezza-Menaggio cycle path links Lake Ceresio with Lake Como.  (Ph: wikipedia.org)

Be enchanted by Menaggio, marvelous town on Lake Como

The most unmissable event in Ponte di Legno - Passo Del Tonale is the moonlight snowshoe walk. But this is not the only opportunity to discover the Upper Camonica Valley at your own pace.   The Ponte di Legno - Tonale ski area is a fairy-tale kingdom where you can venture into the enchanting scenery of the Upper Camonica Ali in your snowshoes. Snowshoes are de rigueur at the "Caspolada al chiaro di luna", or moonlight snowshoe walk. This event, the pride of Vezza d’Oglio, involves more than 4000 participants in a non-competitive night-time walk under the full moon. Visitors seeking their thrills at a slower pace can also enjoy sled rides towed by huskies from the Tonale Sleddog School, where you will be taught the knack of slipping silently over the snow.  Still in Passo del Tonale, you can be towed by the wind in complete safety using snow kites. Lastly, there is no shortage of cross-country ski trails at Ponte di Legno in Val Sozzine. You can ski on beaten trails of varying length and even ski at night, surrounded by the beautiful natural scenery. Enthusiasts who want to combine their passion for engines with snow can ride a snowmobile round a special circuit or enjoy night-time excursions with dinner in a mountain shelter.

Travel back in time to discover the Torri di Fraele, ancient Alpine watchtowers at the heart of the Scale Pass.

Panoramic pools, waterfalls and bio saunas, in an elegant Belle Époque atmosphere

Comune di Oneta (BG)

5 consigli per una giornata indimenticabile: da Gardone Riviera all’Isola Comacina, alle sponde perfette per chi ama la bici

Whether you like hiking in the mountains or skiing or relaxing under the sun, Borno is waiting for you!

Explore Lombardy’s regions like never before, discovering scenery with a remarkably exotic, international feel.

The source of the Acquafraggia torrent is Pizzo di Lago at an altitude of 3,050 m asl

The route connecting Romagnese to Santa Margherita di Staffora features two rather long climbs, with a total elevation gain of about 1000 meters. Romagnese is located in the Upper Val Tidone, in the mountainous area of Oltrepò Pavese, easily accessible by following the old SS412 road. It is not far from the Passo Penice. Romagnese lies at an altitude of 650 meters, a prestigious summer and winter resort due to its healthy air. According to tradition, rooted in legend, the ancient village of Romagnese (Castrum Romaniense) is said to have originated from a camp of Roman legionaries who fled after their defeat in the Battle of the Trebbia River at the hands of Hannibal's troops during the Second Punic War (218 BC). Leaving Romagnese, the route climbs up to the scenic Strada di Costa d’Alpe, from which it descends to Piano Margarino and Menconico. A second, less demanding climb leads to Costa Roncassi, and the final 3 km of descent take you to Santa Margherita di Staffora. The itinerary passes through the Monte Alpe Nature Reserve and the village of Menconico. Monte Alpe is interesting both for its chestnut groves and grassy areas, as well as for the presence of artificial conifer plantations (black pine, Scots pine, and larch), which were almost entirely destroyed by fire and later subjected to restoration efforts to promote spontaneous vegetation. There are also petrifying springs that form travertine, particularly valuable for the protection of European habitats. The history of Menconico is closely tied to that of Monte Penice, located near the boundary of the municipality. The toponym Penice, formerly known as "Mons Conicus," is thought to have given the village its name, which means "the place of large rocks." It is said that a pagan temple once stood on the summit of Monte Penice. The land was gifted to Saint Columbanus by Aldovald, son of King Agilulf. Tradition holds that Queen Theodolinda passed through here in 613 on her way to Bobbio to visit Saint Columbanus. The route ends in the municipality of Santa Margherita di Staffora, at 546 meters above sea level, in the mountainous area of Oltrepò Pavese, in the upper Staffora valley. Above the fortress of Santa Margherita, the church is clearly visible, offering a panoramic view of much of the valley. On the side, partially hidden from the provincial road, the remains of the manor/castle, once owned by the Malaspina marquises, are still visible.