Brunate is a beautiful village overlooking Lake Como that, thanks to its fortunate position, boasts numerous hiking trails, perfect destinations for a lovely Sunday outing. The following are the 5 best hiking trails in Brunate, evenly divided between those easier and those requiring a bit more training. Let’s discover them together!
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Monte Boletto and Monte Bolettone
This first itinerary requires a good basic training and a steady pace. It’s a round trip hike starting and ending in Brunate, passing through some particularly scenic natural places, such as the CAO Hut. The route covers about 12 km, which can be completed in around 4 hours.
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Scenic Loop
This second itinerary follows a loop path characterized by stunning landscapes with views of Lake Como. The duration is also around 12 km, taking about 4 hours to complete. Points of interest along the route include the CAO Hut and the famous Volta Lighthouse.
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Loop towards Mounts Boletto and Bolettone
This trekking is exclusively reserved for experienced hikers, as it requires excellent prior training and a steady and fast pace. The starting point is the beautiful church of San Maurizio di Brunate, from which the trail winds first to Mount Boletto and then to Bolettone, through woods and scenic views of the lake.
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Montepiatto Panoramic Viewpoint
Among the panoramic treks, one cannot overlook the itinerary from Brunate to Montepiatto, a beautiful balcony overlooking the lake that offers breathtaking views. The starting point of the route is near the church of Sant’Andrea Apostolo, then continues through the woods to the destination. The hike is a loop and can be completed in about 4 hours.
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Belvedere di Brunate
This last trail is suitable for everyone, as it is a panoramic loop hike that takes just over an hour and a half to complete. Points of interest include: the Volta Lighthouse, Marenghi Park, and the church of San Maurizio.