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Le Stanze del Lago
in collaboration with
Discover Brunate

Mountains and wellness
lake view

A seven-minute ride on the funicular from Como, and everything changes: trails, ridges, and mountain meadows suspended at 700 meters. With Giacomo and his team, you can explore them by bike, on foot, or simply by breathing in the fresh air.

The partner

The region, beyond its tourism slogan

Discover Brunate was conceived by Giacomo Degani, a personal trainer and lifestyle coach who grew up among these trails. He is supported by a multidisciplinary team that includes guides, instructors, and therapists.

The mission is simple: to promote the region and help people reconnect with nature and physical activity in a meaningful way. More than just a tourist package, these are experiences centered on an active and mindful lifestyle.

700 m
elevation of Brunate
3
main disciplines
12 months
activities upon request
About Brunate

The balcony of the Alps

From the top of the village, the view takes in the upper part of the lake, the Po Valley, and, on clear days, even Monte Rosa. That’s why it’s been called that for over a century.

1894

The Como–Brunate funicular began operating, and within a few years the village became a summer retreat for the Lombard bourgeoisie: hotels, Art Nouveau villas, and strolls at sunset.

Belle Époque

Then as now, people were drawn to Brunate for its fresh air, then as now. Regeneration here isn’t a recent trend: it’s the very reason this place came into being.

Today

The Faro Voltiano, the Strada Regia, the glacial boulders of Montepiatto, and the ridge leading to Bellagio: it all starts from the square, just seven minutes from the city.

The experiences

Three ways to experience Brunate

Each outing is guided and can be adapted to the pace of the participants.

E-bike

Specialized Turbo Levo

Discover Lighthouse

A hike up to the Faro Voltiano, the monument to Volta that overlooks the lake. The perfect first outing.
1 h
150 m D+
Easy

Monte Boletto

Along the ridge to the viewpoint that takes in Lake Como, the Alps, and the smaller lakes.
2.5 h
500 m D+
Medium-low

La Dorsale

The crossing of the Lariano Triangle to Bellagio. Challenging, but can be tailored to your needs with a guide.
1 giorno
1500-2000 m D+
Very high

Hiking

In villa o all'aperto

Monte Boletto

The same view, in step with your pace. The classic half-day hike.
3.5 h
500 m D+
Medium

Discover Bellagio

Thirty-three kilometers along the ridge, from Brunate to the tip of the Larian Triangle.
1 day · 33 km
1500 m D+
Very high

Montepiatto

Along the Strada Regia, among the glacial boulders: the Pietra Pendula, balancing there for millennia.
5 h
400 m D+
Medium

Yoga & Wellness

In villa o all'aperto

Yoga

An hour of breathing and mindfulness practice, at sunrise or sunset.
1 h
All levels

Personal training

Individual sessions with Giacomo, tailored to your goals and the length of your stay.
Customizable

Wellness workshop

Breathing, nutrition, recovery: half-day workshops on specific topics for small groups.
For groups

Discover Brunate also organizes tennis, team-building activities, corporate retreats, and evenings featuring live music, cooking classes, painting classes, and wine tastings.

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How to get there

A seven-minute ride on the funicular

From our homes in the city center, you can walk to the funicular station in Piazza De Gasperi. Take the funicular up, get off at Piazza di Brunate, and that’s where you’ll meet the guide.

A short walk from the houses in the city center
5–12 min
Como–Brunate Funicular
7 min
Elevation gain covered
≈ 500 m
How to book

All it takes is a phone call

You can't book these experiences on our website: you need to arrange them with Giacomo, who will take into account the weather, the group's pace, and available dates. Write to him or call him, and mention that you're from Le Stanze del Lago.

If you'd prefer, we'll take care of it: just send us a message, and we'll put you in touch.