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Cazzago San Martino (5,8Km)The Bornato Castle in Franciacorta

Brescia (20,5Km)The churches of Brescia

Brescia (20,5Km)The Museums of Brescia

Brescia (20,5Km)Brescia, one of the lesser-known cities in Lombardy

Alzano Lombardo (23,3Km)Excursion to M. Canto Alto dalla fraz. M. by Nese

Bergamo (25,5Km)Bergamo Museums

Bergamo (25,5Km)Bergamo, a medieval city

Bergamo (25,5Km)Bergamo: a place of art and culture

Bergamo (25,5Km)Bergamo, a city truly worthy of attention

Bergamo (25,5Km)A visit to the oldest part of Bergamo

Bergamo (25,5Km)Orio al Serio Airport — Bergamo — a bit of information part 1

Bergamo (25,5Km)Bergamo and the two cities

Bergamo (25,5Km)Orio al Serio Airport — Bergamo — a bit of information part II

Brescia, one of the lesser-known cities in Lombardy

Lombardy, Brescia, Palazzo della Loggia

Piazza del Duomo or Piazza Paolo VI as it is currently called is one of the main square in the city of Brescia. The square overlooks the Broletto with the Torre del Pegol, the Rotonda and the Duomo Nuovo.

Broletto is the name of the Medieval Palace, it was built in '200. It was expanded later to incorporate the church of San Agostino. The façade of the very elegant building was restored in the nineteenth century. The term broletto comes from 'brolo' i.e. vegetable garden, the construction area was originally a vegetable garden with orchard. In the main courtyard you can admire a Botticino marble fountain from the '800 with engravings on the sides.

The Torre del Pegol or civic tower stands next to the building. The large balcony on the south side dates back to the 18th century while the large staircase to the east is embellished with beautiful frescoes. It still houses the prefecture, municipal and provincial offices.
La Rotonda, the Duomo Vecchio, is a beautiful ancient church that was erected on the remains of an early Christian cathedral. The entrance to the building is lower than street level and to enter it you need to go down the staircase.

The interior is very wide with high arches supported by large pillars. The funeral monument of Bishop Maggi with beautiful bas-reliefs is located in front of the entrance. Noteworthy are the towels and frescoes of the basilica, as well as the ancient organ of 1536 by Antegnati. Going down again you get to the crypt where you can still see columns of the original church.
This ancient church is very charming and welcoming.

More recent is the other religious temple, the Duomo Nuovo. It took two centuries to build it. The beginning was in the seventeenth century and in the long years of construction the style also changed. So the big building is a mixture of Baroque, Gothic and classicism. The great dome was the last part in 1825. Beautiful works of art embellish the interior and chapels.

scritto da Ralph Christie - ultima modifica il 06/09/2021

Excursion to M. Canto Alto dalla fraz. M. by Nese

Monte Canto Alto

Canto Alto can be rightly defined as the “mountain of Bergamo” par excellence: clearly visible from the city, with its unmistakable silhouette, it can also be reached by having only half a day off. Passable almost all year round, except in the case of heavy snowfalls, the trip is characterized by the vast and suggestive panorama visible from the summit, on which stands a giant iron cross, built in 1979 and visible tens of kilometers away. While easy, the hike requires a minimum of experience and attention in the last steep stretch on the ridge.

From the town of Alzano Lombardo, at the entrance of the Val Seriana, you can reach the hamlet Monte di Nese, at 800 meters above sea level, in a beautiful panoramic position (about 20 kilometers from Bergamo). From the new parish church we continue briefly along the paved road, and then take on the left a mule track, which soon leads to a marked pass, called the Forcella.

Then turn left, starting to cross with a few ups and downs the steep northern slopes of Monte Cavallo, immersed in a thick forest.
You then reach a wide and rounded meadow hill — the Canto Basso — from which you continue in a west direction along the comfortable ridge, which later turns into a ridge, sometimes steep and bumpy. With a little effort and attention, we finally take you to the wide summit of Canto Alto, with its colossal cross: 1146 meters altitude, 1.30 hours from the start. The return takes place along the same path as the climb, and takes about 1.15 hours. In
the dark centuries of the Middle Ages, in the midst of the bloody disputes between Guelphs and Ghibellines, exactly on the top of the mountain, by virtue of its exceptional strategic position, a real and own fortress, repeatedly documented. Probably had to be a fortified structure of considerable size, as demonstrated by some excavations carried out in 1978, which brought to light among other things a cistern for the rainwater collection, an indication of the presence of an unlimited group of soldiers.

It should also be noted that we are in the heart of the Parco dei Colli, an important protected area that in recent decades has had the great merit of preserving almost intact the vast and suggestive a succession of hills that surround the city of Bergamo to the north.

Technical sheet
Travel time: 2.45 hours
Starting altitude: m. 800 Gain
altitude: m. 400 approx. lt; br> Difficulty: T — Tourist
Recommended period: All year round, in the absence of any
Region: Lombardy
Province: Bergamo
Valle/area: hill

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LE QUATTRO TERRE

Corte Franca - Via Risorgimento 11

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Locanda del Lago Rosmunda

Iseo (3 Km) - B.Guatta N.1- Loc. Clusane

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Camignone

Passirano (6 Km) - Via Generale Armando Diaz, 5

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VILLA GRADONI

Monticelli Brusati (8 Km) - Fraz. Villa

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COME UNA VOLTA

Monte Isola (10 Km) - Localita' Peschiera Maraglio 117

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QUINTA QUADRA

Chiari (11 Km) - Via Carmagnola 31

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VILLA KINZICA

Sale Marasino (12 Km) - Via Provinciale 1

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Albergo Orologio

Brescia (20 Km) - Via C. Beccaria, 17

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Orzihotel (Motel) Dipendenza

Orzivecchi (23 Km) - Via Del Commercio, 20

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Al Vecchio Palazzo

Casto (26 Km) - Piazza Angelo Passerini, 5

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VILLA FENAROLI PALACE HOTEL

Rezzato (27 Km) - Via Mazzini 14

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Art and culture

Castello Calepio

Castelli Calepio (6 Km)

The Calepio Castle is located in the Province of Bergamo and was built back in 1430. The structure is bordered by walls made of small stones. The location of the castle is great and overlooks the Oglio River. Over time, the building was transformed into a stately residence. The castle has undergone various enlargement work over the years. The main attractions are seen in the decorations and upholstery of French origin.

Castello Oldofredi

Paderno Franciacorta (8 Km)

The Oldofredi Castle was built in 1009. It was often the subject of dispute during the war between Guelphs and Ghibellines. After a profound restoration, carried out in the 19th century, the castle was completed modified losing its original appearance. Only the two corner towers are left of the ancient castle. Today, it houses the headquarters of the Municipal Library.

Castello di Clusane sul lago

Iseo (6 Km)

In a predominant position, in the south of Lake Iseo, the castle was built; in a period between the thirteenth and fourteenth century.It was the strategic point for the Republic of Venice

Castello Quistini

Rovato (7 Km)

Historic house dating back to 1500 with botanical garden.

Castello di Grumello

Grumello del Monte (9 Km)

It was probably built around the Thousand as a military fortress. Today the Castle is part of the Association of Castles and Open Villas in Lombardy and its cellars are members of the Lombardy Wine Tourism Movement.

Food and wine

Azienda Agricola Fratelli Berlucchi Srl

Corte Franca

Azienda Agricola Ricci Curbastro Gualberto E Figli S.S.

Capriolo (4 Km)

Castello Bonomi Tenute In Franciacorta

Coccaglio (7 Km)

Tenuta Castello di Grumello S. A. S.

Grumello del Monte (9 Km)

Barone Pizzini S.Agr.P.A.

Provaglio d'Iseo (3 Km)

Azienda Agricola Ronco Calino

Adro (3 Km)

Contadi Castaldi Srl

Adro (3 Km)

Vino Buono

Grumello del Monte (9 Km)

Agriturismo il Castignolo

Rovato (9 Km)

Azienda Agricola Lantieri de Paratico

Capriolo (4 Km)

Ripa Del Bosco

Capriolo (6 Km)

Azienda Agricola Bredasole

Paratico (5 Km)

Salotto dei Sapori

Passirano (7 Km)

Cantine Di Franciacorta

Erbusco (4 Km)

Sport and fun

Parco del Pitone

Gandosso (9 Km)

Shopping

Franciacorta Outlet Village

Rodengo Saiano (12 Km)

Services and tourist information

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Corte Franca

Corte Franca

Azienda Autonoma Stazione di Soggiorno di Iseo

Iseo (6 Km)

Agenzia Territoriale per il Turismo Lago d'Iseo E Franciacorta

Iseo (6 Km)

I.A.T. Iseo

Iseo (6 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Adrara San Martino

Adrara San Martino (9 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Adrara San Rocco

Adrara San Rocco (10 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Adro

Adro (2 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Capriolo

Capriolo (4 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Castelli Calepio

Castelli Calepio (7 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Cazzago San Martino

Cazzago San Martino (6 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Coccaglio

Coccaglio (7 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Cologne

Cologne Bresciano (6 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Credaro

Credaro (6 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Erbusco

Erbusco (4 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Foresto Sparso

Foresto Sparso (9 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Gandosso

Gandosso (8 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Grumello Del Monte

Grumello del Monte (9 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Iseo

Iseo (6 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Monticelli Brusati

Monticelli Brusati (9 Km)

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Paderno Franciacorta (9 Km)

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Palazzolo Sull'Oglio (8 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Paratico

Paratico (4 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Passirano

Passirano (7 Km)

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Predore (6 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Provaglio D'iseo

Provaglio d'Iseo (4 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Rodengo Saiano

Rodengo Saiano (10 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Rovato

Rovato (7 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Sarnico

Sarnico (5 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Tavernola Bergamasca

Tavernola Bergamasca (10 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Viadanica

Viadanica (6 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Vigolo

Vigolo (10 Km)

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Villongo (6 Km)

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Visit Corte Franca - Tourism and travel tips for your vacation or weekend.

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Cazzago San Martino (5,8Km)The Bornato Castle in Franciacorta

Brescia (20,5Km)The churches of Brescia

Brescia (20,5Km)The Museums of Brescia

Brescia (20,5Km)Brescia, one of the lesser-known cities in Lombardy

Alzano Lombardo (23,3Km)Excursion to M. Canto Alto dalla fraz. M. by Nese

Bergamo (25,5Km)Bergamo Museums

Bergamo (25,5Km)Bergamo, a medieval city

Bergamo (25,5Km)Bergamo: a place of art and culture

Bergamo (25,5Km)Bergamo, a city truly worthy of attention

Bergamo (25,5Km)A visit to the oldest part of Bergamo

Bergamo (25,5Km)Orio al Serio Airport — Bergamo — a bit of information part 1

Bergamo (25,5Km)Bergamo and the two cities

Bergamo (25,5Km)Orio al Serio Airport — Bergamo — a bit of information part II

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