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Art and Nature for a Digital Detox

November in Lombardy invites you to slow down, regenerate and discover offline experiences, with art, nature and picturesque villages.

from IN-LOMBARDIA.IT

Lombardy’s silent woods, peaceful lakes, and historic villages offer plenty of special locations where time seems to pass at a slower pace, especially in November. 

As autumn ends and winter is at the gates, walking along the trails immersed in foliage, looking at historic villas overlooking the lake, or spending a few hours at a spa with mountain views are all excellent opportunities to wind down and reconnect with the essential. This is where a digital detox is not just taking a break from your tech; it’s a way to be really present, to take a deep breath, listen to the sounds of nature, and let the authentic rhythm of the local area be your guide.

Spa relaxation with lake and mountains (BG,BS,SO)
Surrounded by peaks, forests and lakes, Lombardy’s spas are quiet refuges where you can get away from it all and enjoy the warmth of hot springs in a peaceful setting. At Boario Terme, in Valle Camonica, regenerating waters have been flowing down from Mount Altissimo for centuries, giving energy and harmony. In San Pellegrino, Art nouveau elegance surrounds those seeking a break in a natural, historic setting. The thousand-year springs warm the mountains and there are endless views out over the peaks in the Stelvio Park. Every place has a different way to restore inner balance, with nature, warmth and some dedicated me-time.
Forest Bathing in Woods and Natural Reserves (MI,LC,PV)
In the woods of the Montevecchia and Curone Valley Regional Park, the silence is woven with the sound of rustling leaves, and the scent of the undergrowth, creating an atmosphere of unique peace. From the Parco Naturale Lombardo della Valle del Ticino, the scenery follows the slow rhythm of the river, and on to the Bosco Negri Bird Protection Reserve, inside the park, where nature can be enjoyed at its most authentic. Then there is the WWF Forest in Vanzago, with pools, lakes, and wetlands, which preserves the ancient memory of forests that once covered the Po Valley, offering an ideal space in which to reconnect with nature.
Strolling through villages, flavours and nature (CR, MN)
Between the plains of Cremona and Mantua, autumn offers slow days out that are ideal spent in the old villages and golden countryside. Soncino welcomes those who choose to stroll inside its mediaeval walls and along its quiet streets, while Grazie di Curtatone, with its sanctuary and its stories of artists and pilgrims, is reflected in the waters of the River Mincio. The aromas of nougat and pumpkin tortelli will accompany your day out, which you can continue along the River Po or in the historic streets of Via Postumia, where every step is an invitation to stop and appreciate the beauty of Lombardy. Ph@Mirko Ronzoni.
Contemplative moments with villas, chapels, and lakes (CO, VA)
Along the quiet shores of Como, the beauty lies in the details: a balcony in bloom, the sound of the water, a peaceful moment in which to take a deep breath... The historic villas and gardens around it, like Villa Bernasconi in Cernobbio, tell of timeless elegance, decked in golden light and autumn colours. Continuing on to Varese, the scenery changes pace: at theSacred Mount, a UNESCO world heritage site, the climb up to the 18th-century chapels turns into an inner journey, while along Lake Varese, golden reflections accompany a slow stroll among the reed beds and herons.
Painting and ceramic workshops: a detox break in the city (LO, MB, MI)
Among the cobbled alleys and historic streets of Lodi, there are workshops and studios where you can rediscover the ceramic arts. Wooden tables, fine brushes and soft clay become a way to rediscover the peace and quiet and allowing creativity to guide you along the way. In Milan too, in Brianza, the shared courtyards and workshops are opportunities to meet up, to paint, to mould, and to chat, while time passes slowly. A simple, authentic way to rediscover presence and lightness, as you leave digital behind while you enjoy doing, listening, and sharing.

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