Thanks to the helpful Komoot app, I created a route with the aim of reducing my exposure to heavy traffic on the main connecting roads between Milan and Brescia. The result was a rather serene journey, comprising a substantial stretch…
Category: Cycling
Cycling to Lake Como is not too demanding. I had previously followed the Martesana Canal and then the Adda River to reach the lake, near Lecco. However, I had never been on the Como branch before, which also requires fewer…
Campo dei Fiori Regional Park, situated in the province of Varese, encompasses the eponymous Campo dei Fiori Massif, a prominent component of the Varese Prealps mountain range, making it a designated protected natural area. The Forte di Orino, situated in…
The journey from Milan to Lecco is truly wonderful and not to be missed. I’ve repeated this route several times now, and each time, it’s an absolute delight. It starts in Milan, entering the beginning of the Martesana Canal (in…
Bergamo is one of the most significant cities in Lombardy, and its historic center, known as “Bergamo Alta,” is extraordinary. Moreover, its close proximity to Milan makes it a perfect destination for a moderately challenging bike ride. Just be cautious…
I had been contemplating this journey for quite some time. Cycling from Milan to Turin felt like the perfect challenge to undertake. The trip was intriguing because it allowed me to pass through beautiful cities and particularly scenic cycling paths.…
This isn’t my first time following this bike route. It’s a particularly straightforward, yet enjoyable and satisfying ride. Within minutes, you can leave the city behind and find yourself amidst the countryside of the South Milan Agricultural Park. In particular,…
This charming route, commencing from the heart of Milan, specifically the Darsena, and leading to Lake Maggiore along a straightforward path primarily consisting of bike lanes, enjoys significant popularity. Given its relatively extended length, the journey requires a good level…
For a long time, Liguria, for better or worse, has been the most convenient and direct gateway to the sea for Milanese residents. Perhaps this is why Ligurians have developed a somewhat less than hospitable attitude. Nevertheless, the feeling of…