Places
Lake·Easy·Family·Hidden gem

Laghi di Olginate e Garlate

Lombardy

Below Lecco the Adda widens briefly into the linked lakes of Garlate and Olginate before continuing south. A level path and cycleway follow the reedy shores past the silk-museum at Garlate and the Olginate weir, with the Resegone and San Martino crag reflected on calm days.

Duration
2–3 hours
Distance
8 km
Elevation
+20 m
Best season
March – October

Parking · Free

Free parking at Garlate or Olginate on the shore.

Water

Fountains in Garlate and Olginate.

Highlights

  • Flat lakeside path and cycleway
  • Silk museum at Garlate
  • Resegone reflections

With your dog

Leashed dogs welcome on the flat shore path; grassy access points for a paddle.