Visit to the Piano Lake Reserve
“Visit to the Lago di Piano Reserve: Nature, Panoramas, and History among Reed Beds and Ancient Villages”
Route characteristics:
Explore the suggestive route from the Piano Lake Reserve through a variety of natural environments, including wetlands, reed beds, grassy pastures and coniferous and deciduous forests, enriched by picturesque historic rural settlements. Accessible all year round, is ideal for hikers of every level. The numerous educational panels on the natural habitat make it perfect for the families with children, offering an educational and fun experience. Among the highlights along the route, the Mirandola, with its suggestive panoramic point that offers a breathtaking view. Another point of interest is The Rivetta, with its welcoming, well-equipped beach, perfect for a relaxing break during the excursion. Crossing Castel San Pietro, you will be able to admire the ancient village and immerse yourself in the local history.
Technical data sheet:
- Difficulty level: Tourist (T)
- Physical commitment: *
- Distance: 7.2 km
- Travel time: 2 hours
- Difference in altitude: 64 m
- Ring circuit: Departure and arrival from Casa della Riserva – Lago di Piano, Carlazzo
- Points of interest: Piano Lake Nature Reserve
Route description:
The path of the Piano Lake Reserve begins at the House of the Reserve and develops around the lake in a clockwise direction. After about a kilometer along the Porlezza – Menaggio cycle path, you enter the lower path, skirting the reeds until you reach the charming location of mills.
From here, heading west, you proceed through the woods on the slopes of the Mount Galbiga. During the journey, it is possible to make a short detour to the panoramic point of the Mirandola. Subsequently, having reached the guesthouse of the Reserve, you can access the lake via the pier through the marsh vegetation. Continuing along the shore, you reach the picturesque The Rivetta with its equipped beach and picnic area.
The path continues along the carriage road that crosses pastures and riding stables, up to the ancient village of Castel San Pietro. A short climb offers the opportunity to explore the historic center. After passing through this small village, the trail enters the dense vegetation of the locality. Brion, descending towards the cycle/pedestrian path. From here, turn right again until you return to the Reserve House and at the starting point.
Images of the Route
