The secrets of Brianza: off-the-beaten-path foliage in Montevecchia
A weekend in Parco del Curone to experience autumn foliage in Italia away from the crowds. A practical guide to the chestnut woods, limestone springs and terraces of Montevecchia.
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Great lakes, mountains and art cities: Lombardia alternates nature and culture at a weekend pace.
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Autumn in Borgocarbonara: mist and the scent of truffle along the Po
A weekend in Borgocarbonara when the air turns crisp and the damp floodplains of the Po yield prized white truffles. Discover riverbanks, quiet villages, and tables laden with local specialities.
Lierna's hidden side: an effortless weekend guide on the lake
Three days dodging queues and stress on Lake Como. Amid fortified hamlets, white pebbles and steep trails we gladly ditched halfway through, we found a slow, family-friendly side to the lake.
72 Hours in Milano: The Long Weekend Guide to the City
Three days in Milano exploring the historic centre, Navigli, and the modern districts. A practical itinerary of art, traditional food, and walking routes, complete with top tips for getting around and booking ahead.
A Weekend in Valtellina: Between Bormio and Livigno
A practical two-day itinerary through Alta Valtellina and its side valleys. From the high-altitude dams of Laghi di Cancano to Livigno's trails, taking in historic thermal baths, suspension bridges and traditional osterie where you can savour authentic pizzoccheri.
Mantova in slow motion: water reflections and courtly geometries
A weekend spent among Mantova's cobbled squares and Gonzaga canals, reaching out to the Mincio wetlands and the frescoed halls of Sabbioneta.
Milano's hidden side: an off-the-beaten-track itinerary
Four days balancing the city's icons with lesser-known corners. A practical route taking in monumental cemeteries, historic ossuaries, and ancient navigable canals.
A weekend in Lombardia: lakes, history, and cities
Three days in Lombardia: from the shores of Lago di Como with Varenna and Bellagio, to the artistic treasures of Bergamo Alta and Bassa, through to the Roman archaeology of Brescia and the medieval charm of Sirmione on Lago di Garda.
Unusual Mantova: a weekend off the beaten track
An itinerary to explore Mantova, from Gonzaga palaces to lesser-known views over the Rio river loggias. How to plan your visit around lakes, museums and osterie.
Slow-paced Lombardia: lakes, mule tracks and thermal waters
A journey along the mule tracks of Lago di Como and the granite peaks of Valtellina. From a steady pace on historic paths to unwinding in ancient Roman thermal baths.
Lombardia by the lake: timeless elegance, silence and freshwater scents
A weekend along the shores of the Lario. From romantic strolls in Varenna to the botanical terraces of Tremezzina, discovering local flavours and breathtaking views along scenic trails.
Visiting Mantova with ease: the itinerary to make the most of your time
How to plan a weekend in Mantova by grouping stops by area, managing visit times and opening hours to avoid pointless rushing between piazzas and palaces.