General informations
- Starting point: Piani Resinelli (LC)
- Length: approximately 5 kilometers return
- Difference in altitude: approximately 200 metres
- Duration: approximately 1 hour (from the entrance to Valentino park)
- Refreshment points: several before the entrance to the park, near the car park
Pian dei Resinelli and the spectacular walkway on the Belvedere, starting from Parco Valentino in Lecco
The Pian dei Resinelli (from the name of the family that owned it), are a 1200 meter high plateau in the Lombard Prealps, which extends over the municipalities of Lecco , Abbadia Lariana , Mandello del Lario and Ballabio .
This place is easily reachable by car from Lecco and Milan, passing from the city at 1400 meters of pure charm.
The Resinelli Plans offer many different experiences that adapt to every taste and age: trekking , relaxation, climbing and a unique place for those who love taking photographs.
The Belvedere in Lombardy is located here in Valsassina, a perfect place for a Sunday with the family, a walk as a couple or with friends. Easily reachable from Brianza, Lecco and Milan.
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Origins of the Resinelli Plans
Its origins are very ancient, dating back to the 17th century when the Alippi family began to use them as a mountain pasture. At the end of the 19th century the first refuges were built: in 1899 that of the Milanese mountaineering society, and in 1911 the Carlo Porta refuge.
At the beginning of the 20th century, however, the first driveway was built which connected Ballabio to the Resinelli Plans .
After it there was a boom in tourism and from there the construction of refuges, hotels, and above all ski resorts. Right here in 1913 the SEL (Lecco hiking society) organized the first Italian championships.
In the 80s, however, the decline began. Attendance dropped and the snow also began to decrease, so the facilities were abandoned.
Resinelli plans and Valentino Park: what to do
The Piani Resinelli are located at the foot of the famous Grignetta , for this reason they have become the starting point for many excursions:
- CLIMBING: If you love the mountains and climbing you are in the right place, numerous paths start from here, more or less steep, which have been a training ground for many Ragni , among which the great Riccardo Cassin stands out.
- TREKKING: If, however, you prefer a more peaceful activity, you can choose a beautiful trek to Parco Valentino , an easy walk, lasting about an hour. This is a very tourist destination, as it allows you to reach both Mount Coltignone and the panoramic walkway on the Belvedere .
- ADVENTURE PARK: next to the entrance to the Valentino park, there is also another noteworthy park, the adventure park. It is made up of 11 treetop routes, which will have you walking on Tibetan bridges, log walkways and zip ropes, equipped with a harness and carabiners.
- MINING PARK: at Piani Resinelli it is possible to visit the lead mines, operational from the 16th century until the Second World War, known for having brought considerable development to the Lecco steel sector.
The beautiful position at the foot of the Grigne Group offers a spectacular panoramic view of Lake Como , the perspective from this point is so suggestive that in the winter season we call this view " Larius Fjords ", in true Norwegian style.
Pian dei Resinelli paths and panoramic point
The brand new panoramic walkway is certainly one of the most sought-after destinations of the Resinelli Plans, a balcony suspended in the air that will allow you to admire the spectacular view of the Lecco branch of Lake Como.
Reaching it is simple, you must access the Valentino Park for free and follow the directions on the route to the viewpoint.
After a pleasant walk of about 20 minutes and a slight slope, you can admire the suggestive view from this panoramic point, one of the most beautiful in the entire Lario. The cantilevered walkway of approximately 12 meters will open up a view of over 180 degrees that will take your breath away.
When the sky allows it, it is possible to see Brianza, Monte Barro , the Lombardy lakes, the Canzo horns and Val Brona.
Path towards Monte Coltignone and Cima Paradiso
From this point it is possible to go back or continue following the different directions, such as those towards Monte Coltignone , about twenty minutes away on a narrow and slightly uphill path.
A less broad, but certainly exciting perspective towards the majestic Monte Resegone and Valsassina .
From Monte Coltignone it is possible to continue the tour following the path towards Cima Paradiso , a large park perfect for having a picnic or playing with the children, and then returning to the starting point thus completing the ring.
These walks are accessible to everyone, simple, relatively short and exciting. Perfect paths also for a family walk even with children, but it is better to avoid strollers.
Adventure Park: perfect experience for families
If you want an experience immersed in nature, this is the one for you, the Piani Resinelli Adventure Park .
Located in the splendid natural setting of the Grigne at 1300 meters and offers 11 different routes aimed at adventurers of all ages to have fun among the trees and play 90 different games in nature.
To complete the experience, there is an area equipped for having a nice picnic under the shade of the fir trees and with your feet in the grass.
For more information visit the website resinellitourlab.com
The mines of the Resinelli Plans
Another activity to do at Piani Resinelli is a visit to the mines dating back to the Renaissance period, an interesting and instructive adventure for both adults and children.
Visits to the Piani Resinelli mining park are permitted all year round only by reservation and based on the weather. You can find all the information here .
How to get to Pian dei Resinelli
The Resinelli Plans are easily reachable by car, from the State Road 36 of Lake Como and Spluga in the direction of Lecco.
If you arrive from Lecco and Milan you must follow the signs for Valsassina.
Once you reach the Ballabio roundabout, take the second exit towards Piani Resinelli , from here a series of hairpin bends (14 to be exact) will take you to the mountains, to breathe the fresh summer air with the many activities that can be done to do and to enjoy moments in the snow with bobsleighs and sleds in winter.
There are no slopes equipped for winter sports.
Car park Piani Resinelli
There are various parking options at Piani Resinelli , we recommend the first car parks you reach after having passed all the hairpin bends going up from the road that leads to Resinelli.
Here are the two car parks we are referring to:
They are both free, continuing towards Valentino Park you will find some bars where you can have breakfast or enjoy an aperitif and after a few minutes you will arrive at the park entrance.
Alternatively you can drive to the Resinelli mines, and you will be even closer to the park.
To you the choice.
Panoramic walkway on the Belvedere from Valentino Park in Lecco
To add value and beauty to the Resinelli Plans panoramic walkway on the Belvedere stands out , inaugurated last November, which cantilevers out for about 12 meters overlooking Lake Como.
To reach it, just start from Valentino park , take the path on the right and walk for about an hour, on an easy road suitable for everyone.
Once you arrive you can look out from this balcony and enjoy a breathtaking view of the Lecco lake , the Briantei lakes, and the Canzo horns.
In conclusion, we can say that the Resinelli Plans offer so many natural wonders that a visit at least once in a lifetime is a must.
Photo of Comoacasa – Larius Way
Belvedere walkway of Piani Resinelli: How to get there?
The path that leads to the Belvedere dei Piani Resinelli walkway is the simplest, but at the same time the most spectacular from a landscape point of view.
The route that leads to the Belvedere walkway starts to the right of the large, tall building that you will surely notice (unfortunately), an information sign will help you by showing you all the possible stages and itineraries.
As soon as you take the path you will find the entrance gate to Parco Valentino and subsequently the Villa Gerosa Museum.
After the museum, continue along the dirt path, crossing a thick forest of beech and ash trees which will take you to see the panoramic walkway overlooking Lake Como .
Once you reach it, let yourself be carried away by the incredible beauty of the panorama in front of you which embraces the Lecco branch of Lake Como , Lake Garlate , some Brianza lakes, Monte Barro and the Corni di Canzo .
We thank the author of the article Francesca Attanasio and invite you to visit her blog Zaino in Spalla .
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