Places
Hike·Easy·Family·Popular
Naviglio della Martesana
Lombardy
Dug in the 15th century to bring Adda water to Milan, the Martesana canal is now bordered by a level, mostly car-free path running from the city out through Gorgonzola, Cassano d'Adda and Vaprio to the river. Baroque villas, the odd Leonardo association and shady plane trees line the way.
Duration
Half day
Distance
20 km
Elevation
+40 m
Best season
Year-round
Parking · Free
Free parking at Gorgonzola, Cassano d'Adda or Vaprio d'Adda on the path.
Water
Fountains in the towns along the canal.
Highlights
- 15th-century working canal
- Baroque villas along the banks
- Flat, car-free and easy to break up by train
With your dog
Leashed dogs welcome on the whole towpath; shared with cyclists, keep to the side.
