day-trips near Rifugio S.E.L. Rocca Locatelli

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Como is Lake Como's largest city where you will find shopping, works of art, churches, gardens, museums, theatres, parks and palaces. Places to go inlcude the Duomo, the Basilica of Sant'Abbondio, Villa Olmo, the Volta Temple and Museum, the Teatro...

At our holiday farm we offer the possibility to stay at the Maggiociondolo mountain hut. The building, which recently underwent reconstruction, is divided into two apartments, each with its own independent entrance. The mountain hut, made with...

Nestled in the green hills, the Prato of Fireflies is a small farmhouse in Torre de 'Busi offering relaxing holidays and simplicity. Surrounded by a landscape rich in history, it is suitable for all those who want to find once evocative atmosphere...

Agriturismo “La Grignetta" is an ancient farmhouse that has been recovered, completely renewed and widened, according to the most modern and eco-friendly means. The materials chosen for the building, the local stones and a prestigious wood are the...

Set on the foothills of Grignetta and Grignone, our farmhouse, dating back to the nineteenth century, it has been restored maintaining the structure as it was originally: stone walls, vaults and beams of antique wood. Inside there is a cozy dining...

An oasis of calm and serenity, to relax, to be in contact with nature and appreciate beautiful landscapes. A beautiful and comfortable, ideal starting point for walks in the beautiful mountains Lecco or for visits to romantic locations that arise on...

Next to the beautiful Adda river, land of bird-watching, and in front of the famous Sanctuary of Madonna del Lavello, there is our farmhouse, built in 1489, inside Adda north Park; you can also find an old country house partly renewed last year, to...

"Cascina Cornella" is a farmstead dating back to the xx century : it was used both as a house and a stable, since it stands along one of the old paths which connected Cremeno to Culmine San Pietro before the provincial road (SP 64 - strada...

Located in the Lombardia region in the mountains of Valsassina mt. 1000, near the ski slopes of Bobbio and Artavaggio in a town called Concenedo fraction of Barzio very close to Lecco, on Lake Como, Milan and the Brianza. The farm is an organic farm...

Alpine Star farm holidays and manége was born in the first place from a life philosophy rewarding the love towards nature and animals in the charming place of Culmine Saint Peter - Cremeno. The managers, Barbara and Perry, will receive you with...

Prisma farm has been active for over 30 years in the territories of the area. Just a short drive from Lake of Lecco, it's certainly one of the most beautiful places in Alta Brianza. Plunged into the woods of the hills that go up to Mount Regina and...

The farm Antica Cascina Costa is located in the town of Monte Marenzo, in the small Valle San Martino, located between the towns of Bergamo and Lecco. Monte Marenzo is about 500 meters high with beautiful landscapes, forests and hills, meadows and...

The farm Costa del Palio is owned by the goverment of Lombardy, it began as a structure that complements the existing pasture used in the summer months to support the herds, with grazing pastures that occupy 15 acres of land. This region is watched...

The agriturismo “Costa Coldara" is pleased to surprise their guests with the best dishes of meat, vegetarian dishes and recipes regional and national. In the kitchen our chefs put their art to the test to satisfy even the most sensitive of palates....

Our farm is a small family business based in Valmadrera, Crocetta hamlet, on the road to S.Tomaso. All our products can be tasted in our small farm where our guests can spend a few hours enjoying natural foods in a peaceful setting surrounded by...

Agriturismo La possa azienda agricola agrituristica si trova in Lombardia tra le montagne della Valsassina a mt. 1000, vicino ai campi di sci di Bobbio e Artavaggio in un paesino chiamato Concenedo, frazione di Barzio a due passi da: Lecco, il lago...

The farm Cascina Bioclimatic Coldognetta serves tasty dishes made with products of the underbrush and nature, always following the natural seasonality of each food. All dishes are designed in every detail to offer dishes with unique flavors. We...

The most spectacular way to cross the Alps is catch the Bernina Express from Tirano to St, Moritz. The train links up regions with different languages and cultures. This is not a rack railway and the train winds its way gently through splendid...

For 125 years now, the rack railway has been running along a picturesque 9 km stretch of mountain in scenary in the Monte Generoso nature park, from Capolago on Lake Lugano to the Monte Generoso summit at 1704 m. altitude. The steam train built in...

Switzerland on a smaller scale with 120 models of houses, castles and monuments in an open air park. The models have been recreated authentically with great attention to detail and include sites such as the Heidi Village in Maienfeld, the castles of...

A UNESCO World Heritage site consisting of a holy road and sanctuary on a “Sacred Mountain”. The path combines art and spirituality consisting of 14 chapels that recall the mysteries of Rosario, a pilgrimage destination since the Middle Ages....

With renewed popularity of Jurassic Park’s movie series, this destination is guaranteed to be a hit with kids of all ages. Full size models abound along with fossils, maze and playground. Along its shaded route with intermittent ponds and lakes, are...

From the original James Bond film "Goldeneye" with Pierce Brosnan. The world's most famous jump – and with its 220m in height – a world record. This key scene was shot exactly here: Verzasca Dam in Ticino, Switzerland. Apart from "Goldeneye",...

These fortresses number among the finest examples of medieval fortification architecture in the alpine region. Bellinzona's fortifications, actually go much further back to a prehistoric settlement on Castelgrande hill, an are mainly the result of...

Situated in Switzerland about 10 kilometres south of Lugano. With its characteristic small alleys, old Patrician homes, valuable architectural monuments and its natural beauty, the lakefront position, Morcote is considered the “Pearl of Lake...

Swiss town located less than an hour away from Como on a glacial lake of the same name. Its Swiss-Mediterranean mix of cultures is reflected in its architecture and cuisine. Its main square, Piazza della Riforma, is ringed with pastel-colored,...

Just north of Lake Como located in the centre of the Valchiavenna valley. The town has a rich history exemplified by buildings and palaces with beautiful facades, doors in soapstone and squares with splendid fountains. Among the attractions: The...

Bormio’s origns are inextricably linked to its thermal waters which have been renown for their curative powers since ancient times. The baths at Bagni Vecchi, Bagni Nuovi and Terme di Bormio, are among the more noteworthy examples amid the area’s...

Resort town in the Engadine valley in Switzerland and host to the Winter Olympics in 1928 and 1948. It is a popular destination of the upper class and international jet set, as well as one of the most expensive ski resorts in the world. Due to its...

Located north east of Lake Como’s uppermost reach is the Valtallina Valley that is home to some of the most spectacular mountain and valley hiking, rock climbing and bouldering. The area is supported by a number of Rifuggii (eg. Gianetti) offering...

Located in an Italian enclave within the Swiss canton of Ticino and separated from the rest of Italy by mountains, is the Casino Municipale. With an area of 55,000 square meters it is currently the biggest in Europe. The futuristic building with...

Located 30 km from Lake Como, Bergamo is the second most visited city in Lombardy after Milan. It is widely acknowledged as a city of rare beauty famous for its artistic treasures and enchanting medieval atmosphere. Bergamo is comprised of two...

A day trip to Milan from Como is only a 40 minute train ride, so if you the time to visit this historical city, rich in cultural heritage be sure to put it on your list. Counted amongst its more famous attractions is the Cathedral with a capacity of...

South of Como is this spectacular sanctuary that was declared part of European Heritage. Built between 1498 and 1510, it is one of the most important examples of Lombardy Renaissance. Designed by many famous artists such as Pellegrino Tibaldi,...

Crespi d’Adda workers’ village is a UNESCO site: a modern vision of the ideal city built around the life of local manufacturing companies and the family. It is an outstanding example of a type of a working class village developed between the...

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