Sentiero del Viandante
An old merchant trail along the hillside of Lake Como’s eastern shore, running from Abbadia Lariana to Colico, which can be walked in sections and returned from by train.
The Sentiero del Viandante was an ancient trade route linking Lecco with the Valtellina. After restoration it became a hiking route of about 45 km. It runs from Abbadia Lariana along the hillside of the eastern shore to Colico, passing chestnut woods, old villages and lake-view terraces. The most popular sections are Varenna to Bellano (about 2–3 hours) and the stretch around Dorio. The trail runs parallel to the lakeshore railway, so you can head down and take the train back at any point. Look for yellow-orange trail signs, wear hiking boots and carry plenty of water. The coordinates mark the starting point at Abbadia Lariana.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Madonna del Ghisallo
- Lecco
- Villa Melzi Gardens
- Bellagio
- Villa Monastero
- Castello di Vezio
- Varenna
- Villa Carlotta