Day Hike in Lake Como

spectacular viewpoints in the region. From the summit of Monte Berlinghera, you'll enjoy a beautiful 360-degree panorama stretching across Lake Como, Lake Mezzola, the Valchiavenna and the peaks of the Lepontine Alps. This is the kind of view people travel to Italy for, especially if you like hiking! While visitors crowd the streets of Bellagio and the lakeside promenades, you'll be standing on a quiet mountain summit, with the blue waters of Lake Como spread out below and the green waters of Lake Mezzola on the other side. The hike is not particularly difficult: you just need a bit of energy and will to get tired. But as everything in life: no pain no gain! On a clear day, the surrounding alpine peaks complete a panorama you'll remember long after your hike. The meeting point will be in Colico, that you can easily reach by train from Milano Centrale. Than our Lake Como day hike begins at the tiny church of San Bartolomeo, tucked high above the lake at the end of a winding mountain road. The trail winds through a cool forest of oak, beech and fir before opening onto sun-drenched alpine pastures dotted with traditional stone huts. Halfway up, we'll stop at a peaceful meadow, where fresh spring water offers the perfect opportunity to catch our breath and enjoy the mountain scenery. One of the highlights of this hike is a famous wooden swing perched on the ridge, offering incredible views over Lake Como. From here, the trail climbs more steeply through a larch forest towards the summit of Monte Berlinghera, at 1,930 metres. The remains of an old mountain chapel mark the top, where you'll be rewarded with one of the finest panoramic viewpoints in the Lake Como area. This day hike near Lake Como is a rewarding mountain adventure rather than a technical climb. There are no technical sections or exposed passages, just a steady uphill trail leading to an extraordinary summit. It's an ideal way to discover a quieter, wilder side of Lake Como and experience the Italian Alps beyond the usual tourist hotspots. As usual, we can also organize a different route for you, so don't be shy about asking for different arrangements for this trek. If, for example, you want to make a pretty strenuous day rather than an easy one, it is certainly possible to organize it. There are many day hikes in Lake Como so you can also use one headquarters in a hotel and do different day hikes, some near the lakes, some in the mountains nearby.