The Merlo Garden in Musso: The secret door to Lake Como

Located among the picturesque villages of Dongo e Musso, in the Alto Lario, at the foot of the Sasso di Musso, Merlo garden offers a unique experience. Its vegetation, enveloping scents and landscape will transport you into an atmosphere reminiscent of Liguria, creating the perfect context for an out-of-town trip in Lombardy, even together with children.

Il Blackbird Garden it is steeped in history, with the remains of the Castle of Gian Giacomo Medici of Marignano, known as Il Meneghino, which once dominated this place.

Today, despite being reduced to ruins, the castle offers a fascinating setting with breathtaking views of the lake, visible from the windows and from the terrace.

Il path of the Giardino del Merlo, although easy, has sections carved into the rock that recall the landscape of Tracciolino. Among prickly pears, eucalyptus, carob trees, agaves and olive trees, the Mediterranean vegetation blends harmoniously with the view of the lake, creating a magical atmosphere.

The absence of precise indications along the route adds a touch of adventure. The advice, especially with children, is to pay attention, considering some exposed sections of the path delimited by iron ropes.

Il Blackbird Garden, while revealing an intrinsic beauty, may require more careful care. In our case, in February, without the blooms of the season, some parts appeared neglected.

However, the visit can become even more complete by combining it with other nearby attractions, such as Sistine Chapel of Lombardy ol 'Piona Abbey.

La "Secret Door" of the garden proves to be an intriguing element. Finding it may require a bit of searching, but the reward is a journey into the past through a dark corridor that leads to the guardian's rooms, providing a unique and evocative experience.

Continuing, the path leads to Church of Sant'Eufemia, dating back to 1622, which offers an extraordinary panoramic view of the Lake Como. Benches and a surrounding lawn create the ideal setting for a picnic after this short excursion in Lombardy with children.

In conclusion, the Merlo Garden in Musso presents itself as an authentic hidden gem, a place to explore to immerse yourself in nature, history and spectacular views of the Lake Como.