View of Varenna and Lake Como – Varenna – historic center loop from Bellano

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View of Varenna and Lake Como – Varenna – historic center loop from Bellano

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View of Varenna and Lake Como – Varenna – historic center loop from Bellano

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13.5km

400m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The route includes a crossing by ferry. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 5, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

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Includes a ferry crossing

Check ferry timetable.

After 7.97 km for 4.27 km

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Bus stop

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827 m

Bellano Gorge

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A beautiful gorge behind the town of Bellano. Walking between the steep walls and the impetuous flow of the stream is an experience absolutely to do, if you follow the Path of the Wayfarer. Admission is subject to a fee.

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3.96 km

View of Varenna and Lake Como

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After passing Varenna, on the foothill path that leads to Belledo, there is a little-used road that offers panoramic views of the town and Lake Como.

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5.50 km

Stone Bridge over the Esino Stream

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The Esino Stream crosses this beautiful gorge and passes under an enchanting stone humpback bridge. A very suggestive place.

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6.34 km

Varenna – historic center

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Varenna is a true pearl on Lake Como, well connected both by trains and by boat from Lake Como to Lecco and Bellagio. The historic center can be visited comfortably …

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6.47 km

Varenna Lakeside Promenade

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This stretch is known as "The lovers' walk", in fact Varenna is a very romantic place where numerous couples always meet.

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6.83 km

Riva Grande Bay, Varenna

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A great little bay in Varenna. Here it can be sustained.

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7.16 km

Lovers' Walk, Varenna

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With its colorful houses, stone walls and glimpses of the lake, Varenna can be considered the pearl of Lake Como, a village that fascinates tourists from all over the world. …

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12.2 km