Lariano Triangle Ridge Trail - Stage 2

Stage 2: Colma di Sormano to Bellagio

The Terrabiotta Pass: Summit Hiking vs. MTB Routes

From Colma di Sormano, we follow the path as it climbs toward Colma del Piano and Colma del Bosco until reaching the pastures of Alpe Spessola. At the crossroads, we set off in the direction of Alpe Terra Biotta, which offers one of the most gorgeous panoramic views of the entire trip. Once we reach the Bocchetta di Terrabiotta, we have two options: continuing straight toward the summit of Mount San Primo at 1,681 m (5,515 ft) or heading right toward the Borgo pastures and the Monte San Primo park. For hikers, we highly recommend pushing on to reach the summit of Mount San Primo and, for the return, taking the direct trail on the right (warning: very steep!) which leads to the Rifugio Martina. For mountain bikers, it is much more enjoyable to head down from the crossroads toward the Monte San Primo park and the ski slopes.

Separate Tracks: Mountain Bike Descent vs. Footpath via Mount Nuvolone

For those cycling: from the parking area of the ski lifts, we descend to the crossroads and turn left, passing Colonia Bonomelli. Before reaching Alpe delle Ville, we take a right turn toward Paum, where the descent to Rovenza begins. At the Rovenza fountain, we veer left, and after a beautiful panoramic stretch, we arrive at a small church, where we curve right and go down into the woods toward Brogno. For those on foot: from the Martina Refuge, we continue downhill for a short distance to a left detour marked on a rock (Trail n.39 Dorsale per Cresta), which leads toward Mount Nuvolone at 1,092 m (3,583 ft). We pass the farmhouses of Colmanetta, and at the Bocchetta di Nuvolone, we loop around the mountain to the right to reach a splendid lookout over Bellagio and Lake Como, before beginning the long descent toward Brogno.

Descending through Cagnanica to the Bellagio Endpoint

Once we set foot in Brogno, we continue on a flat stretch for a short distance, and just after passing the houses of Begola, we descend steeply into the woods toward the Mulini del Perlo. At the Perlo fork, we take a left onto the path to Cagnanica. After passing the houses of Cagnanica, the paved road begins, and we continue down accompanied by terrific views over the hamlet of San Giovanni, positioning us just a few steps from the shores of Lake Como. Once at Vicolo del Selvetto, we turn right, cross the Perlo stream, and arrive in Piazza Sant'Andrea di Guggiate, where the crossing of the Lariano Triangle ridge officially ends. Near the square, you can find a convenient bus stop for Como, or you can walk for about half an hour (30 minutes) to reach the Bellagio ferry terminal and visit one of the most beautiful villages in the world.