The Viandante is an ancient scenic path, it offers splendid views of Lake Como passing through picturesque villages, quaint courtyards, mountain churches, terraces with vineyards and olive trees.
Schedule for the day
We begin by visiting Varenna, a splendid village among its narrow streets and lakefront, and then climb to the village of Vezio, dominated by its medieval castle. Well-deserved stops will allow us to contemplate and photograph these breathtaking landscapes. We visit the beautiful medieval Vezio castle, learning its history. From there we will continue on a gentle up and down between olive groves and exciting viewpoints, see the vestiges of the old ‘water’ funicular that led to the Grand Hotel Regoledo, continue to the famous Orrido di Bellano, a deep and impressive canyon carved over the centuries by the Pioverna River. In a few minutes we will be at Bellano station where we will take the train back to Varenna (4 minute journey, leaves every 30 min.)
Distance: 9km
Altitude Gain: 300m.
Walking Time: 3h
Meeting Point: 9:30 am in front of Varenna Train Station
It’ll finish around 2:00 pm
This is a group tour, it will be confirmed with a minimum of two participants
Cost: 70€ per person
(not included entrance to Vezio Castle about 5€)
What to bring for the hike:
Hiking shoes or hiking boots, if you don’t have bring comfortable sport shoes (or ask us we have some hiking shoes you can borrow), water, packed lunch. Optional: trekking poles, rain and wind protection.
NB: Several water fountains will be found along the trail where you can fill your water bottle.