How do I get to the Lake Como Greenway trailhead?

Take the train from Milan to Como (30 min) or Varenna (1 hour). From Como, take a local bus or ferry to Colonno. The ferry connections between Lake Como towns are excellent and scenic.

Is the Lake Como Greenway suitable for all fitness levels?

Absolutely. The Greenway is a flat, paved path suitable for walkers of all ages and fitness levels. Wheelchair users and pushchairs can navigate most sections. It's a gentle 3-hour stroll, not a hike.

What is the best time to walk the Greenway?

Spring (April-May) for blooming gardens and autumn (September-October) for golden light are ideal. Summer is busy but the lakeside path remains pleasant, especially in the early morning. Winter walks are possible but some villa gardens close.

Where should I stay for eco-friendly Lake Como accommodation?

Stay in Lenno, Tremezzo, or Bellagio for the best access to the Greenway and ferry connections. Look for hotels using geothermal or solar energy. Booking through IMPT removes 1 tonne CO₂ per night at the same rate as Booking.com.

Can I combine the Greenway with a visit to Bellagio?

Yes. Take the car ferry from Ossuccio or Lenno across to Bellagio, the 'Pearl of Lake Como'. The Greenway plus a Bellagio afternoon makes a perfect day: gentle lakeside walk in the morning, exploring Bellagio's cobbled streets in the afternoon.

Walking Guide · Lombardy

Lake Como Greenway Walk — Guide with Eco Hotel at the Trailhead

Walk: 10 km · Easy · 3 hours · Lombardy · Updated June 2026

The Lake Como Greenway (Greenway del Lago di Como) offers the gentlest and most beautiful lakeside walk on Lake Como. A flat, paved path connects the villages of Colonno, Lenno, and Ossuccio on the western shore, passing through olive groves, historic villas, and botanical gardens. This is the perfect option for walkers who want spectacular scenery without any climbing — the Alps rise dramatically across the lake while you stroll at water level.

10 km

Distance

Easy

Difficulty

3 h

Duration

Flat

Terrain

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Step-by-Step Walk Guide

Start at ColonnoBegin at Colonno, accessible by ferry from Como or by C10 bus. The Greenway is well-marked with wooden signs. Head north along the paved lakeside path through olive groves and past historic villas.

Walk to Lenno (2 km)The section to Lenno is the most scenic, passing the Villa del Balbiano and the ancient olive terraces. Lenno's pretty promenade and its Romanesque church make a nice rest stop.

Visit Villa BalbianelloDetour 30 minutes to Villa Balbianello, perched on a wooded promontory. Its tiered gardens, wisteria-covered pergolas, and lake views are magnificent. Featured in Star Wars: Episode II and Casino Royale.

Walk to Ossuccio (2 km)Continue past olive terraces and the San Giovanni Battista church to Ossuccio. The Greenway ends here. Take the ferry back to your starting point or to Bellagio across the lake.

Eco Hotel Vicino a Lake Como's Greenway

Lake Como's western shore offers excellent sustainable accommodation in Lenno, Tremezzo, and Ossuccio. Many historic villas have been converted into hotels using geothermal heating and solar power. Booking through IMPT removes 1 tonne CO₂ per night at the same rate as Booking.com — the garanzia miglior prezzo.

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How do I get to the Lake Como Greenway?

Train from Milan to Como (30 min) or Varenna. Then ferry or C10 bus to Colonno. Ferry connections between Lake Como towns are excellent.

Suitable for all fitness levels?

Absolutely. Flat paved path suitable for all ages, wheelchair users, and pushchairs on most sections. A gentle 3-hour stroll.

Best time to walk?

Spring (April-May) for blooming gardens, autumn (September-October) for golden light. Summer is busy but the lakeside path remains pleasant in early morning.

Where to stay for eco-friendly accommodation?

Lenno, Tremezzo, or Bellagio. Look for hotels using geothermal or solar energy. IMPT removes 1 tonne CO₂ per night.

Can I combine this with Bellagio?

Yes! Take the car ferry from Ossuccio or Lenno to Bellagio for a perfect day: lakeside walk followed by exploring Bellagio's cobbled streets.

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