Grigna Settentrionale Park · Lake Como · 914m above sea level
The hidden village above Varenna
Hiking on the Grigna, 22km e-bike circuit, Triassic fossils, mountain flavours. 30 minutes from Varenna — away from the crowds, close to everything.
Already in Varenna?
30 minutes and you're in the mountains
On foot, by bus or by e-bike
Why come here
Hiking · Trekking
Legendary trails in the heart of the Park. From Esino to high-altitude mountain huts with breathtaking lake views.
The trails →E-bike · Cycling routes
The new municipal cycling circuit: 22km through forests, mountain huts and panoramic views. E-bike rental available on site.
The circuit →Museum · Science
Unique Triassic fossils in Europe. An internationally renowned scientific museum in the heart of the village.
The museum →Courses · Experiences
Learn to make fresh mountain pasta with flavours from the Lario region. An experience to take home, not just a lunch.
Discover the course →Ski · MTB · Family
Skiing in winter, MTB and sledding in summer. The family resort with the most beautiful view of the lake.
Alpe Cainallo →Explore the area
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🚵 Sport
Official opening of the new 22km municipal cycling circuit. Free guided ride with e-bike rental included.
🏔 Hiking
Ascent of Grigna Settentrionale with an alpine guide. Departure from Esino Lario, refreshment stop at Rifugio Bogani.
🎶 Culture
Annual tradition: bonfire on the promontory with lake views, live music and local Lario products.
Guides & Itineraries
Trekking · Hiking
6.5 km of history through forests and lake views. The route that connected the village to the shore — with stops, elevation gain, difficulty and secrets only locals know.
E-bike · Cycling routes
The official municipal route, just inaugurated. Everything you need to know to ride through forests and breathtaking panoramas.
Museum · Fossils
Like a small palaeontological Pompeii: the Esino Formations among the most important Triassic deposits in Europe.