Canals and farmsteads in the South Milan Agricultural Park

Another itinerary to discover the South Milan Agricultural Park.

Here we can realize what the essence of this vast rural area is: we can find Visconti castles, farmsteads for the direct sale of agricultural products, agritourisms, historic building complexes and the Naviglio Pavese, which connects Milan to Pavia. In short, a very varied agricultural and historical picture.

A loop route that begins and ends at Milan's Darsena. We take the bicycle path that runs along the Naviglio Pavese and follow it to Casarile where we turn around to head toward the center of Binasco. Let us continue on the bicycle path as far as Noviglio.

From here let's head to Tainate and then to Gaggiano following the directions of the "Terre d'acqua e cascine" itinerary. We then follow the Naviglio Grande and return to the starting point.

ITINERARY
Distance: 44.9 km
Difficulty: easy
Road surface: asphalt
Elevation gain: + 140 m, -142 m (Max slope: 2.0%, - 3.3%; Average slope 0.3%, -0.4%)
Suitable for: all
Recommended type of bicycle: all

AT LEAST FIVE POINTS OF INTEREST

The Pavia Canal.
Built by the Visconti in 1359, it originated as a navigable canal that joined Milan to Pavia. It is 33.1 km long and combined both an irrigation function and a transport route.
Useful info: https: //www.mumi-ecomuseo.it/infodiscs/view/54
Geolocation on map: 45.45197, 9.178

Cassino Scanasio Castle in Rozzano
The castle, once a fortified structure of uncertain origins, was later converted into a stately residence surrounded by a rural courtyard, now restored and designated as a residence.
Useful info: the complex is visible only from the outside
Geolocation on map: 45.38913, 9.15012
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Visconti Castle of Binasco
Erected in the 14th century, it has the typical appearance of lowland Visconti castles, with an elongated quadrangular plan, high crenellated walls and protected by square corner towers (today only two remain).
Useful info: http://www.prolocobinasco.it/castello-visconteo/
http://www.prolocobinasco.it/contact/
Geolocation on map: 45.33194, 9.09981

Cascina Conigo farmhouse in Noviglio
Built in the 14th century, the complex is surrounded by walls with a wide entrance arch on which the carved heads of oxen and horses stand out. In a second inner courtyard is the Oratory of S. Maria Nascente.
Useful info: http://www.lombardiabeniculturali.it/architetture/schede/MI100-05217/
Geolocation on map: 45.34305, 9.08931

Kartell Museum in Binasco
It was created in 1999 for the company's 50th anniversary. Commissioned by Chairman Claudio Luti, it preserves, promotes and enhances the company's cultural, ideal, material and intangible heritage.
Useful info: http://www.kartell.com
Can be visited by appointment Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. with free or guided tours. Closed on holidays and company closing days.
For reservations: 02 90012296, 02 900121.
Geolocation on map: 45.34038, 9.09426

Mairano Castle
Ancient fortified building erected by the Visconti family in the 15th century.
Useful info: http://www.comune.noviglio.mi.it/it-it/vivere-il-comune/cosa-vedere/castello-di-mairano-35944-1-087b8cd6d58533aae53d216cd7e87126
Municipality phone number: 02.9006066
Geolocation on map: 45.35777, 9.07067

Monsignor Ferraroni Square in Gaggiano
Gaggiano is a small town divided in two by the Naviglio Grande canal. The main square where the church of Sant'Invenzio stands out overlooks the waterway. The fountain of misting water is particular and sobering.
Useful info: http://www.lombardiabeniculturali.it/architetture/schede/MI230-00073/
Geolocation on map: 45.40671, 9.03329