Do you dream of walking on ancient cobblestones, surrounded by silence and houses that seem drawn, unique views and unspoiled nature? Forget the most famous destinations. We have scouted 5 enchanted gems, close enough to Milan for a unique day trip out of town.
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Tremosine sul Garda
If you want excitement Tremosine is for you, a village, among the most beautiful in Italy, perched on a cliff overlooking Lake Garda. Called the “suspended” village, it enjoys an exceptional view of Lake Garda being between 400 and 600 meters above the water. Two and a half hours from the city.
If you want an adrenaline thrill, visit the thrilling terrace of Hotel Paradiso where you can have tea or coffee while admiring a unique view, and if you are brave, lean out. One is so high that it will make you shiver: I for one did not dare to look down, the height is more than dizzying. From here you can get a good view of the Forra road you travel to get there. From the top it is clearly visible. Winston Churchill called it the “eighth wonder of the world.” It is a true and jewel set among the rocks carved into the canyon of the Brasa Creek.
Dolceacqua
“The place is superb, there is a bridge that is a jewel of lightness.” This is how Monet described this little village, about 3 hours from Milan, when he stayed there in the late 19th century, he liked it so much that he painted its bridge, which is an architectural jewel. A fairy-tale place that looks like a painting, where you can get lost among the Caruggi (the typical streets of the center) admire breathtaking views and historic buildings of majestic beauty.
Grazzano Visconti
The curiosity about Grazzano Visconti is that it is not a real medieval village but a creation desired by Duke Giuseppe Visconti di Modrone who wanted to create a perfect, almost scenic place with a castle, artisan workshops and a fairy tale atmosphere “built” to be experienced. There is so much magic here that it is somewhat reminiscent of the world of Harry Potter, It is no coincidence that themed events are organized here and also there is a famous emporium all dedicated to the wizard. We are an hour and a club away from the city.
Camerata Cornello
Authentic, magical, well-preserved and purely isolated is this hamlet reachable only on foot. The hamlet has linked its name to the ancient Tasso family, known the world over for the poetic talents of Torquato Tasso and the entrepreneurial skills of some of its exponents who, starting in the 16th century, managed the imperial post of the Habsburgs. Its isolation, cobblestone streets, and greenery all around make it a magical place. Cornello is nearly 2 hours from Milan.
Trezzo d’Adda
Another town worth mentioning is Trezzo d’Adda dominated by the imposing ruins of the Visconti Castle, overlooking the Adda River. A place rich in stories and legends, such as that of the ghost of Bernabò Visconti, killed at the behest of his nephew Gian Galeazzo Visconti, seems to continue to roam the castle walls. It can be reached quickly, less than an hour from here.
Fontainemore
Of rare beauty and the most beautiful village in northern Italy is Fontainemore, 2 hours from Milan. From Fontainemore you find clear skies, deep green nature all around, peace, tranquility and a beauty that regenerates. It de-stresses and is good for the heart for those who live in the Milanese frenzy. A village full of magic, local history and culture to discover but also several trips and excursions to organize in the Mont Mars Nature Reserve you find. Now that winter is approaching with snow, Christmas and little lights it will become a crib town.