Parco dei Colli di Bergamo is a vast natural park that surrounds the city with rolling hills, forests,
and trails. Covering over 4,700 hectares, it is one of Lombardy’s most beautiful green areas,
offering locals and visitors a peaceful retreat just minutes from Bergamo’s urban center.
The park includes charming villages, vineyards, historic churches, and panoramic viewpoints. Its
network of walking and biking paths makes it perfect for outdoor enthusiasts who want to
experience Bergamo’s countryside without leaving the city.
Whether hiking, cycling, or simply relaxing in nature, Parco dei Colli provides an unforgettable
balance between cultural heritage and natural beauty.
- Hike 🥾 or cycle 🚴 through the park’s 🌳 well-marked trails 🗺️ surrounded by forests 🌲 and vineyards 🍇✅
- Visit small villages 🏘️ such as Astino 📍, Valmarina 🧭, and Sombreno 🏡 within the park’s boundaries 🗺️👀
- Explore the Monastery of Astino ⛪, a restored historic site 🏰 now used for cultural events 🎉💡
- Enjoy birdwatching 🦅, picnics 🧺, or scenic photography 📸 from the park’s viewpoints 🔭🖼️
- Relax 😌 in peaceful green spaces 💚 with panoramic views 🤩 of Bergamo 🏘️ and the Alps 🏔️✨
- Easily accessible 📍 from Bergamo 🏘️ by car 🚗, bus 🚌, or on foot 🚶♂️ from Città Alta ⛰️✅
- By Bus 🚌: Take ATB Line 9 or 21 🚍 toward Valmarina 🧭 or Astino entrances 🚪👍
- By Car 🚗: Parking 🅿️ available near key trailheads 🛣️ and visitor centers ℹ️✅
- By Bicycle 🚴: Multiple cycling paths 🚲 lead from Città Bassa 🏘️ into the park 🌳👍
- Wear comfortable hiking shoes 🥾 and carry water 💧, especially in summer ☀️🥵
- Check park maps 🗺️ and routes 🧭 before starting longer hikes 🚶♀️💡
- Visit early in the morning 🌅 for a peaceful experience 🤫 and wildlife sightings 🦌💚
- Bring a picnic 🧺 and enjoy the scenic rest areas 🪑 near Astino 📍 or Sombreno 🗺️😋
- 9:00 AM – Start 🧭 at the Monastery of Astino ⛪ and explore the valley 🌳🚶♂️💨
- 11:00 AM – Walk 🚶♀️ or cycle 🚴 toward Valmarina visitor center ℹ️🗺️
- 1:00 PM – Picnic lunch 🧺 surrounded by nature 🌿😋💚
- 3:00 PM – Hike 🥾 to one ⛰️ of the viewpoints 🔭 overlooking Bergamo 🏘️ and return 🏡 by evening 🌆👋
