Valsolda, Tour of the Hamlets
The route begins in the suggestive Piazza Roma Of Saint Mamete, considered the heart of the municipality of Valsolda. After passing the Church of Saints Mamete and Agapito, you will find yourself on a cobbled staircase leading to the Soldo Valley. Along this road, you will find a couple of orators dedicated to San Carlo Borromeo, which also offer a panoramic view privileged.
The mule track will take you through the picturesque hamlet of Lodge, where you will have the opportunity to visit the Church of San Bartolomeo martyr. Continuing and crossing the bridge over the stream, you can admire the majestic Loggio waterfall before reaching the next fraction of Puria and visit the parish church of Santa Maria Assunta.
From Puria, you can choose whether to head towards Dasio, crossing the village from west to east, or shorten the route by directly reaching the suggestive locality of Saint Rocco with his municipal chestnut grove.
The highlight of your trip will be the small mountain village of Camporgna, located at 700 meters above sea level. The subsequent descent will cross the pastures of the picturesque mountain village of Muzzaglio, offering you a breathtaking view. During the descent towards Castle, you will have the opportunity to detour to enjoy the panoramic viewpoints from Bresé e Zocca.
Arrived at Castle you will have the opportunity to visit the Pagani House Museum and the Church of San Martino, considered the Sistine Chapel of Lombardy.
Continuing, you can decide whether to continue along the asphalt road to explore the hamlets of Albogasio e Oria, perhaps paying a visit to the renowned Villa Fogazzaro Roi. Alternatively, you can return to the starting point at Saint Mamete, following the mule track for Casarico.
Features of the Route
This circular excursion, practicable during all year round, is ideal for walkers with a level of medium training. It offers a complete experience immersed in the rich history, in the'’art and in the natural beauty of Valsolda, following the ancient mule tracks that connected the villages in the area.
The signs detailed e modern It integrates perfectly with the original Touring Club Italiano signs dating back to the early 1900s. Along the route, several points provide easy access to drinking water, ensuring a comfortable excursion. There are also several shops, restaurants, and taverns where you can stop and enjoy local cuisine along the way.
The route offers the opportunity to visit some of the splendid churches, museums, and villas of Valsolda.
The route begins in the suggestive Piazza Roma Of Saint Mamete, considered the heart of the municipality of Valsolda. After passing the Church of Saints Mamete and Agapito, you will find yourself on a cobbled staircase leading to the Soldo Valley.
First Stop: Loggio and the Waterfall
Along the way, you will find a couple of orators dedicated to San Carlo Borromeo, which also offer a panoramic view privileged. The mule track will take you through the picturesque hamlet of Lodge, where you will have the opportunity to visit the Church of San Bartolomeo martyr.
Continuing and crossing the bridge over the stream, you can admire the majestic Loggio waterfall before reaching the next fraction of Puria and visit the parish church of Santa Maria Assunta.
Towards the Mountain Hamlets
From Puria, you can choose whether to head towards Dasio, crossing the village from west to east, or shorten the route by directly reaching the suggestive locality of Saint Rocco with his municipal chestnut grove.
The highlight of your trip will be the small mountain village of Camporgna, located at 700 meters above sea level. The subsequent descent will cross the pastures of the picturesque mountain village of Muzzaglio, offering you a breathtaking view.
Castle and Art Treasures
During the descent towards Castle, you will have the opportunity to detour to enjoy the panoramic viewpoints from Bresé e Zocca. Arrived at Castle you will have the opportunity to visit the Pagani House Museum and the Church of San Martino, considered the Sistine Chapel of Lombardy.
Return to San Mamete
Continuing, you can decide whether to continue along the asphalt road to explore the hamlets of Albogasio e Oria, perhaps paying a visit to the renowned Villa Fogazzaro Roi. Alternatively, you can return to the starting point at Saint Mamete, following the mule track for Casarico.
Main Points of Interest
- Church of Saints Mamete and Agapito
- Oratories of San Carlo Borromeo
- Church of San Bartolomeo (Loggio)
- Loggio Waterfall
- Church of Santa Maria Assunta (Puria)
- Mountain village of Camporgna (700m)
- Pagani House Museum (Castle)
- Church of San Martino – “Sistine Chapel of Lombardy”
- Villa Fogazzaro Roi
Practical Advice
- Waterfall: Sources available along the route
- Refreshment: Shops, restaurants and taverns in the hamlets
- Best season: All year round
- Signage: Modern + historical TCI signs
- Shoes: Recommended hiking boots
- Variants: It is possible to shorten the route
Images of the Route
