Pianello del Lario on Lake Como: Culture and Trails

Pianello del Lario connects Lake Como with a series of trails, districts and cultural sites. The town has a boat landing on the lake and can therefore also be reached by boat. From Como, you can reach Pianello del Lario by bus; the lines serving this route connect the main towns on the western shore of Lake Como. For planning your arrival, you can therefore choose between a connection across the lake and the bus connection from Como.

Churches, Wayside Shrines and Local History

In the district of Calozzo, the parish church of San Martino reflects a long local history. It has been documented since 1040 and was rebuilt several times from the late 15th century onward. Also in Calozzo, Casa Sacro Cuore includes the historic Casa Bosatta, which once belonged to the family of sisters Marcellina and Chiara. Display cases show memorabilia belonging to the Bosatta sisters and Don Guanella.

In the district of Scarpagiano, the paved Vicolo Madonna del Latte leads to a wayside shrine dated 18 May 1500. The fresco, by an unknown artist, depicts the nursing Madonna with the Child and two praying children at her feet. Vicolo Madonna della Neve leads to a chapel dedicated to Madonna della Neve and to a scenic square in front of it.

Trails Between the Lake and the Mountains

The lakeside promenade Passeggiata Breva e Tivan runs from Località Crotti along the lake to the border with Musso. Along the way, it offers views of Pianello del Lario and Upper Lake Como. The historic Sentiero per Selvina branches off from Via Tre Terre and passes through the historic settlement of Selvina on the border with Musso.

The uphill routes also have a distinct character of their own: Via ai Monti is a forestry and agricultural road that, at the end of Via San Bernardino, leads to the mountains on the right-hand slope of Val Grande. Via del Maron is a footpath next to the Museo delle Barche. Via Località Marone, it connects Via Regina with the lake.

Sailing for Children and Young People

The sailing school of Museo Barca Lariana teaches children and young people to read the wind, work with others, follow rules and develop confidence in their own abilities. The sailing school and the Summer Camp of Museo Barca Lariana offer young people an educational experience combining sport, discovery and enthusiasm for boating. In this way, a maritime perspective complements the area's history and lakeside trails with an activity for young visitors.

Peaks in the Surrounding Area

The immediate surroundings of Pianello del Lario include Costone del Bregagno, Cima del Nipoti and Monte Pizzone, each a peak. Monte Legnone, a mountain, is also located in the surrounding area. These four landscape features broaden the view from the lake to the mountain world without requiring their exact distance or a specific access route.

Culture in the Wider Regional Area

The wider regional area around Pianello del Lario includes Museo Moto Guzzi, Castello Sasso Corbaro, a castle, Museo Civico di Storia Naturale and Collezione Giancarlo e Danna Olgiati. Museo Moto Guzzi, Museo Civico di Storia Naturale and Collezione Giancarlo e Danna Olgiati are museums. The various cultural sites give your planning different focuses, from technology and natural history to art.

The Right Focus for Your Stay

When choosing a hotel in Pianello del Lario, you can follow your interests: the historic sites in Calozzo and Scarpagiano, lakeside trails and boat transport, the routes towards Val Grande or the sailing school's activities.

More places for planning your trip: Albavilla, Laglio, Cassina Rizzardi, Turate, Vassena, Lurate Caccivio, Carimate and Albese Con Cassano.

To the overarching travel overview: Como.