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The Como Lake Greenway: from Colonno to Griante among villas, villages and lake views

Colonno, Como · Lombardia•1 day•Hiking · 250 m
Experience
Day hikes
Difficulty ?
EASY
Where?
Como, Lombardia
On your own?
No problem
Points
+12
The Como Lake Greenway: from Colonno to Griante among villas, villages and lake views
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The experience
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What's included
Itinerary
Carpooling
What to bring
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WHY THIS HIKE

The Como Lake Greenway

Eleven kilometres of mule tracks, stairways and cobbles that pass through the villages instead of above them: the Como Lake Greenway links Colonno to Griante along the old Via Regina, the Roman travellers' road, crossing Sala Comacina, Lenno, Mezzegra and Tremezzo.

Group chat a couple of days before
Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

Almost all of it is flat, a few steps from the water: the highest point is 250 metres. We pass below the villas — Villa del Balbianello on its headland, Villa Carlotta at Tremezzo — among olive groves, arcades and small lakeside squares.

This is the right day out when the mountains are in cloud or under fresh snow: here you can walk in any weather, and in November the villages are empty.

The return is by ferry or public bus: the ticket is not included and everyone buys their own. The villas in November are closed or on short hours: we look at them from outside. Packed lunch or a stop in one of the villages.

Better without a car: train Milan–Como and then ferry or bus C10 to Colonno; the return from Griante is by ferry or the same bus. By car from Milan about one hour fifteen: park at Colonno and come back by ferry. Ferry and bus tickets are not included.

GOOD TO KNOW
Group chat
It opens a couple of days before: that's where the meeting point is confirmed and carpooling is arranged.
Free cancellation up to 3 days before
You pay nothing when you book.
Guiddy accident insurance
Included in the price.
+12 Guiddy points
Your points grow with every outing, level you up and unlock discounts, exclusive outings and goodies.
Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
Included in the price.
Dog friendly
Your dog can come: add them when you book.

How hard is it, really

Guiddy scale
EASY
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
200 m D+ · 11 km · 4 h
Exposure and exposed sections
NONE
No exposed sections reported on the route.
VERTIGO RISK
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
✓
BEFORE YOU GO
Go to bed early, have a good breakfast and drink before you set off: you've got 4 h and 200 m of ascent ahead, an easy pace, suitable for beginners
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking shoes, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish

What's included in the price

✓INCLUDED
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
✓Guiddy points for the loyalty programme
✕NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch
✕Parking
✕Travel to Colonno
To get there, there's Guiddy carpooling, below.

Itinerary

One day, approximate times. The final details come in the group chat.

Elevation gain
200 m
Max altitude
250 m
Distance
11 km
Duration
4 h
Map
Day
11 km · D+ 200 m · 4 h
Meeting point 9:30approximate
Meeting at Colonno, Colonno, provincia di Como, Italia. The exact time is confirmed in the group chat. We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
HOW TO GET THERE
A
09:30MEETING
Meeting at Colonno
We meet at the ferry landing and take the Greenway northwards.
B
10:30VILLAGE
Sala Comacina and the island
The lake's only island in front of us, and the harbour of Ospedaletto.
C
11:45VIEWPOINT
Lenno and Balbianello
The headland of Villa del Balbianello seen from the trail, among the olive trees.
D
13:00VILLAGE
Tremezzo and Villa Carlotta
Lunch on the lakefront and the garden of Villa Carlotta from the gate.
E
14:30RETURN
Arrival at Griante
End of the Greenway. Back to Colonno by ferry or public bus.

How do you get to Colonno? By carpooling.

You say so when booking, then you get organised in the Telegram group. Contacts and costs are agreed between you: a seat isn't guaranteed.

WHO'S ALREADY GOING
Offering a seat Looking for a seat
Cars are added in the last few days, once the group is confirmed.

What to bring

A list made for this hike. No technical gear: just good shoes and a well-packed backpack.

Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Layered clothing
RECOMMENDED
Waterproof shell
RECOMMENDED
Sunglasses
RECOMMENDED
Sunscreen
RECOMMENDED

Reviews

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Ibex
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We only ask for feedback from people who were really there.

You'll be among the first to share your story.

Questions?

I've only done easy trails, can I come?
⌄
Paths, mule tracks or wide trails requiring little physical preparation. You need to be fit enough to walk for 4 h with 200 m of ascent. If in doubt, message Ibex on WhatsApp.
Can I join on my own?
⌄
How does carpooling work?
⌄
What happens if the weather is bad?
⌄
What if the group doesn't reach the minimum?
⌄
Until when can I cancel?
⌄
Book now, pay only if it goes ahead
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✓No charge now: the amount is only held on your card
✓Free cancellation up to 3 days before
✓You're only charged once the group is confirmed, at 7 pm the evening before departure
✓Minimum not reached? No charge, nothing to do
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The Como Lake Greenway: from Colonno to Griante among villas, villages and lake views

The Como Lake Greenway: from Colonno to Griante among villas, villages and lake views

Colonno, (CO) · Lombardia
1 day · Hiking · 250 m
New: you'll be among the first Guidders to do it
Elevation gain
200 m
Max altitude
250 m
Distance
11 km
Exposed sections
None
Duration
4 h
Guiddy points
+12
8 photos
+4 photos
WHY THIS HIKE

The Como Lake Greenway

Eleven kilometres of mule tracks, stairways and cobbles that pass through the villages instead of above them: the Como Lake Greenway links Colonno to Griante along the old Via Regina, the Roman travellers' road, crossing Sala Comacina, Lenno, Mezzegra and Tremezzo.

Come alone, leave with new friends

The experience

Almost all of it is flat, a few steps from the water: the highest point is 250 metres. We pass below the villas — Villa del Balbianello on its headland, Villa Carlotta at Tremezzo — among olive groves, arcades and small lakeside squares.

This is the right day out when the mountains are in cloud or under fresh snow: here you can walk in any weather, and in November the villages are empty.

The return is by ferry or public bus: the ticket is not included and everyone buys their own. The villas in November are closed or on short hours: we look at them from outside. Packed lunch or a stop in one of the villages.

Better without a car: train Milan–Como and then ferry or bus C10 to Colonno; the return from Griante is by ferry or the same bus. By car from Milan about one hour fifteen: park at Colonno and come back by ferry. Ferry and bus tickets are not included.

How hard is it

Guiddy scale
EASY
F
F+
I
I+
D
D+
200 m D+ · 11 km · 4 h
WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU GO
✓
BEFORE YOU GO
Go to bed early, have a good breakfast and drink before you set off: you've got 4 h and 200 m of ascent ahead, an easy pace, suitable for beginners
✓
IN YOUR BACKPACK
Hiking shoes, 1.5 litres of water, a snack and a windproof jacket. Always with you: a plaster, an antiseptic wipe and a small bag for rubbish

What's included

INCLUDED
✓Guiddy accident insurance
✓Guiddy Coordinator (runs the group, Telegram included)
✓Guiddy points for the loyalty programme
NOT INCLUDED
✕Packed lunch
✕Parking
✕Travel to Colonno

Itinerary

Day · approximate times
Map
Explore the map
5 stops
Meeting point 9:30Meeting at Colonno
We usually meet a little earlier for breakfast together, when possible.
A
09:30MEETING
Meeting at Colonno
We meet at the ferry landing and take the Greenway northwards.
B
10:30VILLAGE
Sala Comacina and the island
The lake's only island in front of us, and the harbour of Ospedaletto.
C
11:45VIEWPOINT
Lenno and Balbianello
The headland of Villa del Balbianello seen from the trail, among the olive trees.
D
13:00VILLAGE
Tremezzo and Villa Carlotta
Lunch on the lakefront and the garden of Villa Carlotta from the gate.
E
14:30RETURN
Arrival at Griante
End of the Greenway. Back to Colonno by ferry or public bus.

How do you get to Colonno? By carpooling.

You say so when booking, then you get organised in the Telegram group.

WHO'S ALREADY GOING
Offering a seat Looking for a seat
Cars are added in the last few days, once the group is confirmed.

What to bring

A list made for this hike.
Trekking boots
REQUIRED
Backpack
REQUIRED
Water supply
REQUIRED
Packed lunch
REQUIRED
Trekking poles
RECOMMENDED
Layered clothing
RECOMMENDED
Waterproof shell
RECOMMENDED
Sunglasses
RECOMMENDED
Sunscreen
RECOMMENDED

Reviews

— · none yet
Ibex
The first reviews come after the outing
Only from people who were really there.

You'll be among the first to share your story.

Questions?

I've only done easy trails, can I come?
⌄
Paths, mule tracks or wide trails requiring little physical preparation. You need to be fit enough to walk for 4 h with 200 m of ascent. If in doubt, message Ibex on WhatsApp.
Can I join on my own?
⌄
How does carpooling work?
⌄
What happens if the weather is bad?
⌄
What if the group doesn't reach the minimum?
⌄
Until when can I cancel?
⌄
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