TELLBY
English
Activity

Greenway del Lago di Como

Italy

8 story sections

On request you can enjoy a short walk along the Greenway of Lake Como, a short hyke with stunning views on the lake, the Isola Comacina and the mountain.

History & cultureBY TELLBY

Contents

8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Orientation

    Welcome to the Greenway del Lago di Como, an eleven-kilometer cultural and natural itinerary that traces the western shore of Lake Como. This is not merely a hiking trail; it is a carefully curated journey through time, spanning…

    Listen in the app
  2. 2Colonno — The Medieval Gateway

    Our journey commences in Colonno, an authentic Italian village that has largely escaped the intensive tourism of its neighbors. This is the starting point of the Greenway, and it sets the tone for the walk with its labyrinthine…

    Listen in the app
  3. 3Sala Comacina — The Island Panorama

    After a brief climb out of Colonno, the landscape undergoes a dramatic transformation as we approach Sala Comacina. This segment of the Greenway is renowned for offering the most spectacular views of Isola Comacina, the only…

    Listen in the app
  4. 4Ossuccio and the Romanesque Legacy

    Our journey continues into Ossuccio, a village that houses some of the most important Romanesque architecture in the Lombardy region. As we descend toward the lake level, we encounter the Church of San Giacomo. …

    Listen in the app
  5. 5Lenno and the Golfo di Venere

    We now enter the territory of Lenno, specifically the historical nucleus of Campo. This is often cited by travelers as the most charming part of the Greenway. …

    Listen in the app
  6. 6Tremezzo — The Garden of the Lario

    As we enter Tremezzo, the Greenway takes on its most 'urban' and botanical character. This area is famous for its grand hotels and even grander villas, the most notable being Villa Carlotta. …

    Listen in the app
  7. 7Griante and the End of the Journey

    Our eleven-kilometer odyssey concludes in the village of Griante. This final stretch of the Greenway is characterized by a sense of completion and quiet elegance. …

    Listen in the app
  8. 8Closing

    As we stand at the conclusion of the Greenway del Lago di Como, it is worth reflecting on the philosophy of this route. In an age of rapid transit and digital distraction, the Greenway offers a rare opportunity to engage with the…

    Listen in the app

What is Greenway del Lago di Como?

Greenway del Lago di Como is a place in Italy with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationItaly
TypeActivity
Story sections8
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates45.9561, 9.1502
Last updated

Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
Listen in the app