Places
Hike·Moderate·Scenic·Popular
San Pietro al Monte, Civate
Lombardy
A steep, well-made mule track climbs from Civate through chestnut wood to the isolated monastic complex of San Pietro al Monte, one of the finest Romanesque churches in Lombardy, with carved stucco and frescoes inside and the small oratory of San Benedetto alongside. The terrace looks over the Brianza lakes.
Duration
3–4 hours
Distance
7 km
Elevation
+600 m
Best season
March – November
Parking · Free
Free parking in Civate near the start of the mule track.
Water
Spring near the basilica; the climb is largely dry.
Highlights
- Outstanding Romanesque basilica and frescoes
- Foot access only, up a historic mule track
- View over Lake Annone and the Brianza
With your dog
Leashed dogs welcome on the mule track; steep stepped sections.
