Walk of the 9 Bell Towers
“Discover the Nine Bell Towers Walk in Porlezza”
Route characteristics:
Discover the Walk of the 9 Bell Towers a Porlezza, an experience suitable for all ages and which requires a moderate physical effort. This route of approximately 8.5 km offers a comfortable and original alternative for a pleasant walk, keeping you close to the center of Porlezza.
A minimum of trainingBefore tackling the route, it is advisable to take a few light walks in the days leading up to it to prepare your muscles for the modest difference in altitude.
Suitable clothingWear comfortable clothing suitable for the day's weather. Walking or hiking shoes are recommended for the varied terrain along the route.
Bring the essentials with youA bottle of water and a light snack will help keep you energized during your walk.
Follow the signs: Pay attention to signs along the route to avoid navigation confusion and make sure you stay on the right track.
Admire the views: Take advantage of the breathtaking views along the way to take photographs and enjoy breaks to admire the surroundings.
Technical data sheet:
- Difficulty level: Tourist (T)
- Physical commitment: **
- Distance: 8.5 km
- Travel time: 2:25 hours
- Difference in altitude: 152 m
- Circular route: departure and arrival at the Porlezza lakeside
Route description:
The walk offers an engaging journey through the history and the culture of the territory. The route begins at the suggestive Porlezza lakeside and continues through the feature Garibaldi Street.
Once you reach the Civic Centre square, turn left to go up towards the small Church of San Rocco, then descend again towards the embankment of the Rezzo River. After crossing the bridge, you tackle the second and final climb up to the hamlet of Begna.
From here, we descend again to Agria, following the road near the ancient archiepiscopal college of Sant'Ambrogio, until reaching Tavordo. Continuing east you cross the bridge over the Cuccio River and follow the embankment along the cycle/pedestrian path.
Turning left on the bridge of Via Galbiga you will quickly reach the Lagadone canal, continuing on the path along its bank you reach the Piccola Church of San Maurizio. Finally, you return to the lakeside and the starting point by crossing the Porto Letizia Park.
Images of the Route
