Madone walks

This route takes you from Balisio Hill to San Calimero via Cornisella. The terrain is not difficult, but it becomes quite steep from Cornisella onward, so some preparation is required. The panorama of the Valsassina valley and also of the Valtellina Alps is wonderful.

Along the Via del Bitto, this route leads you steadily uphill from Introbio to the Tavecchia refuge. It isn't a difficult ascent, but it's long. The route itself isn’t particularly scenic, but the Val Biandino panorama is worth the effort.

A truly unique and breathtaking panorama, embracing the three arms of Lake Como. On the left, the Como arm with the island of Comacina and Dosso di Lavedo with Villa Balbianello; opposite, the tip of the Lario Triangle with Bellagio; and on the right, the Lecco arm at the foot of the Grigne mountains.

This last stage will take you to the shores of Lake Como, the final destination of this tour. A pleasant, almost flat path will take you from the Binate refuge to the magnificent viewpoint of Monte Bisbino. The descent offers several panoramic views of Lake Como.

Easy (although long) route to the Refuge Ombrega from the Alpe di Paglio, which also includes the Cima di Olino (1781 m). During the walk, you will have a stunning panorama of the Valsassina valley, and also of Monte Rosa and the Pennine Alps. You can also spot the Como Lake.

This route takes you all around Monte Muggio, in an anti-clockwise direction. All the track is on gravel/dirt. A large part of the path is in the forest, with a wonderful view of Monte Legnone and the Swiss and Valtellina Alps.

After a bus transfer to the other side of Lake Lugano, you will gradually enter the Val d'Intelvi, which is very popular with Italians. In Lanzo d'Intelvi, you can enjoy a magnificent view of the lake, the city of Lugano and Monte Salvator.