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8 Hiking Trails from Civenna on Lake Como:

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If you are looking for outdoor adventures, whether you are an experienced hiker or a beginner, the area around Civenna offers a variety of trekking trails that will surely win you over. Get ready to discover panoramic trails, enchanted woods, and spectacular views of Lake Como.

8 Hiking Trails from Civenna on Lake Como

Eight Unmissable Hiking Trails on the Como Lake Mountains, Starting from Civate or Baita TreeB:

Lake Como Trails

From the hut, take the main road and then the Tronca-Giacinta trail (412). Visit the Croce di Civenna for a view of the lake and continue towards Giacinta (404).

Walk through woods with erratic boulders and follow the signs to Pietra Lentina. Pass Alpe Sasso Lentina, the Sasso Lentina, and admire the centuries-old beech tree “Fòò Sec”. Continue towards Alpe del Borgo, reach Bocchetta Terra Biotta and the summit of Monte San Primo (1681 m).

Walk down the dirt road, enjoying the view of the Grigne mountains, to Pian Rancio. Walk down the dirt road, enjoying the view of the Grigne mountains, to Pian Rancio. Reach Piazza Milano following Via Provinciale, concluding the hike.

Monte San Primo

Reach Bellavista Park in Civenna, with convenient parking and a spectacular view of Lake Como and the Grigne mountains. Continue through the balcony and take the path that crosses a meadow and enters the woods. Admire panoramic views and ancient farmhouses like Cascina Gorla, rich in history and frescoes.

Continue along shady paths with gentle ups and downs to Gorla, once a meeting place for the inhabitants of Civenna and Limonta. Follow the signs to Limontasca, skirting a stream to Guello, where you will admire a centuries-old chestnut tree. Continue towards Gallasco, passing by the “GaGi” farm.

Pass by the Regina Pacis church and continue towards Prada, arriving at the “Giarabub” farm. Follow cobblestone paths to the Croce di Civenna, a panoramic point offering unforgettable views of the lake and the village. Retrace your steps to Bellavista Park, completing a hike that combines nature, history, and breathtaking views.

Start from Civenna, following the signs for Chevrio. Hike through the woods on shaded paths and meadows to the Makallé Belvedere. From here, enjoy a breathtaking view of the tip of Bellagio. watershed between the two branches of Lake Como and the surrounding mountains
Continue towards Chevrio, descending along ancient mule tracks. Along the way, you will admire enchanting views, with the lake appearing and disappearing between the trees, creating unique photo opportunities. Continue towards Visgnola: this section offers a variety of landscapes, from flowering meadows to small streams. In Visgnola, explore the picturesque village with cobblestone streets and traditional architecture. The tranquility of the place is perfect for a relaxing walk before returning to Civenna, enriched with unforgettable images.
Continue towards Chevrio, descending along ancient mule tracks. Along the way, you will admire enchanting views, with the lake appearing and disappearing between the trees, creating unique photo opportunities. Continue towards Visgnola: this section offers a variety of landscapes, from flowering meadows to small streams. In Visgnola, explore the picturesque village with cobblestone streets and traditional architecture. The tranquility of the place is perfect for a relaxing walk before returning to Civenna, enriched with unforgettable images.
View from Trattoria Baita Belvedere

From the hut, go down Via Dante and reach a washbasin, from there go up the stairs of Via Prà del Calice. Continue straight, ignoring two right turns, and at the junction with Via degli Alpini follow the signs for GÜSS (416). Cross a meadow, pass in front of ruined farmhouses, and follow SENTIERO 3 (416) in the woods to a large meadow in the locality of Güss. Go through a gate, pass in front of a house with a 350-year-old beech tree, and turn left towards the woods (413).

The trail winds through a forest of firs and birches. At a clearing, turn right and re-enter the woods, following the signs for SANTISSIMA – TRONCA – CIVENNA – SENTIERO Ignore two signs on a birch tree and take the first right fork onto SENTIERO 3 (416), which skirts the “Giarabub” Farm and ends on a dirt road. Follow Via Mora, which becomes paved, and turn right at the intersection following the signs for VIA SORRISO – CASCINA GORLA – CIVENNA 2. Continue along Via Sorriso (411) and Via Plinio, with views of Lake Como and the surrounding mountains.

Upon reaching Via Provinciale, turn right and then again right onto Via Marazza, following the signs for CIVENNA CENTRO. Go down Via Caravina, turn left and descend the steps of Via Prà del Calice that you took on the way up.

Starting from Civenna, follow the signs for “SENTIERO 27 DEL TIVANO” (402) and walk along Via Gorla until you reach a private property. Go through the gate, continue on the dirt road and then on Via Lotario. Take the small staircase on the left indicated by the trail marker and continue on Via Tommaso Grossi, then on Via Stelvio. After the old washbasin, turn left onto Via Volta, passing under an arch. Follow the directions for “MADONNA DI GREÉ E PANORAMICA ETTORE FOSCHI”. Admire the 16th-century church of the Madonna di Greé and continue downhill to reach the Big Bench of Civenna.

From the Big Bench panoramic viewpoint, continue along the paved road and follow “SENTIERO 27 DEL TIVANO” through woods and meadows, ignoring the detours for Limonta and Guello. Cross a short exposed section, ideal for admiring the view of Lake Como. Pass through the village of Limontasca, where a short detour leads you to a magnificent panoramic point overlooking the lake and surrounding mountains.

Continuing towards Visgnola, follow the downhill path, skirting a stream until you reach the church of Santa Maria Annunciata. From here, you can explore the picturesque village of Visgnola, completing your hike with a visit to the historic church and its surroundings.
Santa Maria Annunciata church in Visgnola

Starting from the TreeB Hut, head towards the town center where, on the right, you can visit the Parish Church dedicated to the Saints Materno and Ambrose, dating back to 1573. Continuing along the main road, you reach the Sanctuary of the Madonna di Sommaguggio, located at the top of the climb that leads to Civenna from Canzo. This ancient building, with its covered churchyard and granite columns, is one of the oldest structures in Civenna. Continuing along the road, after about two hundred meters, you will find the entrance to Via Palembri on the left.

Follow Via Palembri until you reach a small parking lot, passing the aqueduct and a chain that blocks the passage. Continuing, the cobblestones give way to asphalt, skirting a residential area. The road continues through a forest, passing by “Villa Pierina” and under a small viaduct. The mule track begins a steady climb with wide bends, up to a concrete ramp. From here, the steep path continues, leaving on the right the detour for the path “Civenna 2”. The long descent along Via Fratelli Cairoli finally leads to a small fountain with signs, followed by a right turn and then a left turn onto Via General Cantore.

Continuing, you pass the church of Santa Maria del Carmine on your right and cross the coastal state road, turning left to enter Via Machiavelli. Continuing uphill, you will reach Via Parrocchiale, passing by the small war memorial, and arrive at the church of Saints Celso and Nazario. Finally, you arrive at the dock square in Vassena, concluding the itinerary.

Follow the trail from the hut, which winds through chestnut and oak forests, offering panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. The terrain is partly dirt road and partly cobblestone, ensuring a pleasant and safe walk.
As you continue, the trail begins a gentle ascent, passing through meadows and small streams. As you continue to climb, you will reach a crossroads where several trails intersect. Follow the directions to the Sanctuary of the Madonna del Ghisallo, a path that becomes increasingly panoramic, with breathtaking views of Lake Como and the Alps.

You will reach the Sanctuary of the Madonna del Ghisallo, a place of great historical and religious importance, known as the patron saint of cyclists. Here you can visit the famous Cycling Museum, which houses historical relics of great cycling champions such as Bartali, Coppi and Merckx. The shrine itself is a pilgrimage site much loved by cyclists, so much so that in 1949 Pope Pius XII proclaimed it the universal patron of cyclists. Next to the sanctuary there is a monument dedicated to Coppi and Bartali, symbol of the long cycling tradition linked to this place.

Sanctuary of the Madonna del Ghisallo.
Leaving the hut, turn left, shortly after, on the right follow the signs TRONCA-GIACINTA (412). Here starts a mule track that enters the woods (sentiero della Tronca). A short detour to the right shortly after leads to the Croce di Civenna, a panoramic point overlooking the town and the lake.
Retrace our steps and continue uphill along the mule track. At the first junction with an asphalt road, turn left and follow the signs for GIACINTA. (404). Ignore the turnoff to the right and keep left, continuing uphill, signs BAITA GIACINTA – PIAN RANCIO (note that there is a fountain with drinking water at Cascina Giacinta).
At the end of the road, near a house, continue straight along path (404) that enters the woods. Boulders of glacial origin are easily visible in this stretch of woods.
The Lentina Stone, also known as the Lentina Rock, is an imposing glacial erratic boulder of gneiss originating from the Val Masino, With its dimensions of 30 meters in length, 10 meters in width, and 9 meters in height, it is the most voluminous boulder in Lombardy, with a volume of approximately 1500 cubic meters.
Lentina boulder

Completing a day of trekking along the trails of Bellagio means bringing back with you not only the memory of breathtaking landscapes, but also the feeling of having lived a unique experience in contact with nature. Every trail, from the easiest strolls to the most challenging hikes, offers the chance to discover hidden corners and unforgettable views that make this area of Lake Como a true paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you are an experienced hiker or simply a nature lover, Bellagio will amaze you and give you unforgettable emotions. Pack your backpack, lace up your boots, and let yourself be guided by the timeless beauty of these trails. Adventure awaits!

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