The best traffic-free bike rides around Buccinasco

The Mulino di Gudo Gambaredo is a historic 18th-century rural architecture complex located in via De Amicis in Gudo Gambaredo, a protected hamlet with a rustic appearance in the municipality of Buccinasco (Milan). Entirely immersed in the unspoiled nature of the Parco Agricolo Sud Milano, it represents a historical reference point for the territory.

The Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio is one of the oldest churches in Milan, traditionally considered the second most important after the Duomo. Founded by Bishop Ambrose between 379 and 386 as the Basilica Martyrum, it is today the symbolic building of Lombard Romanesque architecture. Entry to the basilica alone for individual visits is free. Quadriportico: the large porticoed atrium preceding the facade, formerly used for civic assemblies. Altare d'Oro (Golden Altar): an extraordinary masterpiece of Carolingian goldsmithing created by master Vuolvino in the 9th century. Cripta (Crypt): the underground area that houses the remains of Saint Ambrose along with the martyrs Gervasius and Protasius. Sacello di San Vittore in Ciel d'Oro (Chapel of St. Victor in Gold Sky): an early Christian chapel famous for its 5th-century mosaics with a golden background. Colonna del Diavolo (Devil's Column): located in the square outside the basilica, it features two holes that legend attributes to the devil's horns.

The Church of San Cristoforo sul Naviglio is one of Milan's most evocative and historic corners. Located directly on the alzaia of the Naviglio Grande, it is famous for being a rare "double church" formed by two small religious buildings side-by-side, unified in the 17th century. The Left Church (Romanesque): It is the oldest structure, rebuilt in 1192 on a previous chapel and remodeled in the 14th century. It served as a stopping point and protection for pilgrims and travelers entering Milan by water. The Right Church (Ducal Chapel): It was erected at the end of the 14th century at the behest of Duke Gian Galeazzo Visconti as an ex voto for the end of a violent plague epidemic. On the facade, the Visconti coats of arms with the famous biscione can be seen. In 1625, the two interiors were joined by demolishing the dividing wall and opening two large arches. The fifteenth-century bell tower is historically nicknamed "the Meneghino lighthouse".

The Church of San Cristoforo sul Naviglio is one of Milan's most evocative corners, located directly on the towpath of the Naviglio Grande. This ancient monumental complex is famous for its unique "double church" configuration, formed by two adjacent buildings unified internally.

San Cristoforo is a charming complex consisting of two small churches side by side. Ancient accounts attest to the Milanese people’s affection for this church, which was originally a simple chapel covered by a gabled roof. It even seems that it was in this very little church, in 1176, that the Milanese received the first news of Emperor Frederick Barbarossa’s defeat at Legnano by the Lombard League. The church (which must have corresponded roughly to the current left aisle) was rebuilt in 1192 and extensively remodeled in the 14th century. https://www.chiesasancristoforo.it/proposta-culturale/storia/

Two rural settlements from the last century. Their importance is evidenced by the presence of the mill and the church, which largely guaranteed their physical and spiritual independence.

Basilica, dating back to the 4th century at its core. Important mosaics in a side chapel.

16 Corinthian columns in front of the church of San Lorenzo alle Colonne, formerly part of a temple