The hydroscalo, or sea of Milan, is a busy place in every season, in fact there are many different things to do in this part of the city. Between outdoor activities and events in nature, the hydroscalo allows people to enjoy some peace while getting away from the city boredom.
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Art
Not only lights and wonder, ‘Idroscalo is also Art with its sculpture trail: an open-air museum full of sculptural works by young artists who dialogue with nature. All to be discovered
Sailboat
At the hydroscalo you can also experience the thrill of sailing, either independently or through courses. It is an activity open to everyone and also perfect for corporate team building. You can experience the atmosphere of a real seafaring club. Here for all the info.
Paddling
At Idroscalo it is possible to practice canoeing at both amateur and competitive levels. There are courses for all age groups and experience, but also the possibility to rent boats and paddle 6 km surrounded by the beauty of nature at Idroscalo.
Skatepark
Looking for a well-equipped outdoor park where you can practice rollerblading or skateboarding? Idroscalo offers you as much as 4370 m2 of freestyle track with rails, ramps, obstacles. The facilities are made of quartz concrete and enjoy the necessary certifications that allow you to practice the sports safely.
The area is open daily and admission is free.
Climbing
At the hydroshark you can also practice climbing in the large outdoor wall that is located in the middle of the greenery. For safety reasons, the wall cannot be used freely and without an instructor.
For information on how to use the wall, to request lessons with instructors write to lombardia@federclimb.it
Biking
Do you like biking? At the seaport you will find the off-road MTB circuit, a dirt track equipped with jumps and bumps that winds on a slight rise overlooking the basin. Or for those who want to enjoy a leisurely ride, find a charming lakeside bike and pedestrian path that for 6.3 km runs along the body of water and into the park’s greenery.
Both trails are accessible free of charge every day.
Yoga
If you are someone who likes to connect with nature and center yourself with yoga, the setting of hydroscalo is perfect for finding yourself in silence. But it also offers gymnastics, breathing, meditation and relaxation.
Fitness
Not only biking, climbing and yoga, at hydroscalo you will find fitness classes for all tastes and a track with equipment for free-body exercises all year round.
Running
Such a large green space is also perfect for those who like to run. In fact, at Idroscalo you will find a more than 6-kilometer course with ground markings and even a track for practicing cross country.
As you have seen, the things to do at Idroscalo are many and varied. There is also no shortage of swimming pools in summer and beach volleyball. Here nature and sports come together creating a unique green oasis. Sometimes you don’t have to go too far to find a place with so many offerings.
Getting there.
Idroscalo can be reached well by car but also by transportation. As we report from the website
CAR
From Milan
Via Corelli direction
from Piazza Tricolore (ring road) take corso Concordia, corso Indipendenza, corso Plebisciti, viale Argonne and then via Corelli (SP 14 “Rivoltana”) with directions: Rivolta d’Adda, Peschiera Borromeo until you reach Idroscalo in the municipal territory of Segrate.
Viale Forlanini direction
from Piazza 5 Giornate (ring road), follow the direction Corso XXII Marzo, Viale Corsica, Viale Forlanini, SP 15/B “Paullese” until reaching the Idroscalo in Segrate municipal territory following the directions to Melzo, Peschiera Borromeo.
From Tangenziale Est
From both directions (north/south) take exit number 6 Linate Aeroporto/Idroscalo. From here take Viale Forlanini and then SP 15/B “Paullese” until you reach Idroscalo in the municipal territory of Segrate following the signs for Melzo, Peschiera Borromeo.
From outside Milan
Route SP 14 “Rivoltana”
For the areas of Rivolta d’Adda, Melzo, Pioltello following the signs for Milan until reaching Idroscalo in the territory of Segrate.
Route SP 15/B “Paullese”
For the areas of Paullo, Crema and Melegnano until reaching the territory of Peschiera Borromeo and then the Park with first entrance at the South Head.
BUS
FROM MILAN (always best to consult the ATM website for changes and additions to the information below)
- direct line with ATM bus 73/ (Barrata) from S. Babila M1 to Linate Airport – S. Felicino with drop-off at Strada Rivoltana/Tribune Idroscalo stop
with transfer to Linate Airport: - ATM line 73 S. Babila M1 – Linate Airport
- ATM line 183, Piazzale Aeroporto di Linate-Parco Idroscalo/First entrance (parking lot A)-Strada Provinciale 14 Rivoltana after Via Circonvallazione (Idroscalo Tribune) – Strada Provinciale 15b (East Riviera entrance terminus). Activated by ATM in the summer period
- ATM line 923 – local service. S. Raffaele Hospital – Trenord/Fs Segrate Station – Idroscalo – Linate airport with drop-off at Strada Rivoltana/ Idroscalo Tribune stop
TRAIN
SEGRATE FS/TRENORD STATION
- Line S5 (Varese – Treviglio) transits every half hour both on holidays and weekdays .
- Line S6 (Novara -Pioltello/Treviglio transits every half hour both on holidays and weekdays .
Bicycle transportation is allowed on both lines.
BICYCLES
- from Milan via Corelli you reach the Tribune entrance and the Punta dell’Est entrance
- from the Segrate train station one reaches the Punta dell’Est entrance
- from Linate Airport one reaches the Magnolia entrance, Rugby Sports Center, Restaurant Le Jardin au bord du lac, Piscine Villetta, the Porta Maggiore entrance and the Tribune entrance