Annone di Brianza between the lake, rolling hills and history

Annone di Brianza between the lake and the foothills

Lago di Annone lies among the gentle hills of eastern Brianza, where the rolling countryside gives way to the foothills. Forests and meadows frame the lake. From Chiesa di San Giorgio, the view extends over Annone’s old houses, gardens and landscape; in the distance, it continues across the lake to the mountain silhouettes. The church stands on a hill shaded by plane trees and overlooks both the town and the lake of the same name.

Chiesa di San Giorgio and its art

The Chiesa di San Giorgio that still exists today was built between 1479 and 8 June 1481. The construction period falls in the late 15th century. Its earlier history reaches further back: the first old oratory, or the first old church of San Giorgio, was probably founded by Benedictines. The Polittico della Passione is kept in the Chapel of San Giovanni Battista at Chiesa di San Giorgio. For visitors interested in culture, this site combines a clearly datable architectural history with a religious space and a specific work of art.

Exploring Lago di Annone

The cycle and footpath around Lago di Annone forms a loop of approximately 14 kilometres. Near Annone di Brianza, the path is paved and runs along the lakeshore. It is considered an easy and accessible route for cyclists and pedestrians. This makes it possible to experience the lake on one continuous loop, rather than seeing the landscape only from a single viewpoint. The approximate length of 14 kilometres also provides a reliable basis for planning your day, while the paved sections clearly indicate the route along the water.

The scenic route to Colle Brianza

The scenic route from Annone to Colle Brianza begins at the parish church and follows the cycle and footpath along the lake to the church of San Giorgio. It then continues to Roncaccio and via Cascina Frigerio to Oggiono.

Villas and public landmarks

Villa Adinolfi is a three-storey 19th-century residence with a direct view of the lake. A public park lies next to Villa Cabella and borders its car park.

Getting there from the direction of Milan

Those travelling from the direction of Milan take the SS 36 and use the Cesana / Annone / Suello / Oggiono exit. From this exit, the route follows the SP 49 to Annone di Brianza.

More destinations for planning your trip

You can also explore these destinations: Vendrogno, Colico, Olgiasca, Paderno, Morterone, Carenno, Maggio and Malgrate.

For the main travel overview: Lecco.