Villages of Presolana History, nature, and tradition along the path
Discover the historic villages crossed by the Presolana Trekking: culture, art and spectacular views in the heart of Orobie.
Clusone
Clusone, awarded the Orange Flag by the Italian Touring Club and listed among “The Most Beautiful Villages of Italy,” is a significant cultural center in the upper Val Seriana. Its streets tell stories of art and culture, with testimonies of illustrious artists and valuable monuments.
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Fanzago Astronomical Clock
a masterpiece of engineering that marks time with astronomical precision.
Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta
An imposing church with works by artists like Andrea Fantoni and Sebastiano Ricci.
Oratorio dei Disciplini
Houses frescoes of great historical and artistic value.
Painted palaces in the historic center
Buildings that testify to the period of splendor under the Serenissima.
Arte Tempo Museum
Dedicated to time measurement and local watchmaking tradition.
Songavazzo
Home of the 19th-century sculptor Giovan Maria Benzoni, Songavazzo is a small town full of attractions. Its narrow streets lead to churches adorned with works from the Fantoni workshop and breathtaking views of the Falecchio plateau.
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Parish Church of San Bartolomeo
Houses altars and sculptures by Andrea Fantoni.
Ponte Vecchio
First light-structure reinforced concrete bridge in Europe.
Falecchio plateau
Green area ideal for walking and relaxing.
Cappelletta degli Alpini
Charming little church surrounded by greenery.
Festa della Madonna del Carmine e Palio degli Asini
Traditional events that liven up the village in July.
Onore
Silent and peaceful, Onore enriches the journey through the Villages of Presolana with its art and nature. Dominated by the fifteenth-century parish church of Santa Maria Assunta, the village offers glimpses of great beauty and significant historical evidence.
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Church of Santa Maria Assunta
Fifteenth-century building with altars from the Fantoni workshop.
Palazzo Ca’ di Canarì
Noble historic residence in the heart of the village.
Piazza Pozzo
Elegant central square, meeting place and event venue.
Church of Sant’Antonio Abate
Located along the road to Val di Tede, surrounded by nature.
Monte Varro Park and Val di Tede
Green areas ideal for excursions and immersions in nature.
Rovetta
Rovetta is a village that preserves the traces of great artists such as Giovan Battista Tiepolo and Andrea Fantoni. Its churches and museums tell a story rich in art and culture, making the town an unmissable destination for enthusiasts.
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Parish Church of Ognissanti
Houses works by Tiepolo and Fantoni.
Church of the Disciplini
Frescoed building dating back to the 14th century.
Casa Museo Fantoni
Museum dedicated to the famous family of local artists.
Parish Church of San Lorenzo
Located in the hamlet of the same name, known for the Palio degli Asini.
Sanctuary of Sommaprada
Place of worship immersed in the greenery of the Conca Verde
Castione della Presolana
The tourist heart of the Presolana area, this village is surrounded by woods, refuges and paths, ideal for mountain lovers. Perfect for trekking in the summer and for skiing in the winter, it also offers a charming historic center.
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Passo della Presolana
Spectacular panoramic point.
Sanctuary of the Madonna delle Grazie
Small church immersed in the greenery.
Monte Pora
Skiing and hiking destination
Antico Mulino di Castione
A museum surrounded by wonderful nature.
Christmas Markets and Summer Festivals
Unmissable events for visitors and tourists
Cerete
Cerete is a small village in the Val Borlezza, nestled between the Val Seriana, Val di Scalve, Valle Camonica, and Val Cavallina. An authentic place, surrounded by greenery, ideal for slow walks and rediscovering the true essence of the mountains.
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The still-working mills
Two historic mills still in operation tell the story of the village’s deep connection with water and rural life.
The three hamlets and mule tracks
Cerete Alto, Basso, and Novezio are connected by ancient mule tracks surrounded by nature, perfect for peaceful walks.
Church of San Vincenzo
Located in the heart of Cerete Basso, it houses the “Cristo Grande” by the Fantoni workshop and numerous sacred artworks.
Shrine of the Nativity of Mary
In Novezio, a small shrine adorned with frescoes from the 16th and 18th centuries, blending art and spirituality.
Val Borlezza Ecomuseum
Themed itineraries to explore local history, nature, and traditions: from mills to peat bogs, and geological discoveries.
Fino del Monte
Fino del Monte is a small village in the Val Seriana that preserves medieval traces, Renaissance artworks, and corners of silence and spirituality. Perfect for a stroll through history, culture, and understated beauty.
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Piazza Olmo and the Da Fin Castle
The medieval heart of the village, the square is surrounded by historic buildings and dominated by the remains of the ancient castle of the Da Fin family.
Church of San Salvatore
Dating back to the 15th century, it holds an altarpiece by the painter Enea Salmeggia, known as “Il Talpino”, one of the most renowned Lombard artists of the time.
Ancient Monastery and Cloister
Next to the small church stands a former 16th-century monastery featuring an elegant cloister and a stone portico from Sarnico.
Parish Church of Sant’Andrea
A treasure chest of sacred art, it houses the “Madonna and Child” by Giovan Battista Moroni and a wooden crucifix from the Fantoni workshop.
Historic villas
Two elegant early 20th-century villas mark the border between Fino and Rovetta, ending the visit with a touch of bourgeois architecture.
