The best walks and hikes around Varedo

The Villoresi canal takes water from the river Ticino, in the locality of Panperduto, in the municipality of Somma Lombardo. After travelling 86 kilometers, through the provinces of Milan and Monza Brianza, it flows into the river Adda in the municipality of Cassano d’Adda. Construction work began in 1881 and was completed in 1891 based on the project by Eugenio Villoresi. Originally intended exclusively for irrigation, following the crisis in crops related to silk production, the canal now allows water distribution in a plain area of approximately 85,000 hectares, through a network that totals about 3,000 kilometers. The routes, which are free of difficulties, accessible to everyone and certainly of interest, are part of the investments made to enhance the towpaths of the waterways, and are also considered a fast connection route between the various Municipalities touched by the canal.

In Palazzolo Milanese: Located in Paderno Dugnano, in the metropolitan city of Milan. It is a station on the Milan-Asso line managed by FerrovieNord and served by Trenord's suburban trains, ideal for reaching Milan Cadorna

The Villoresi Canal cycle path runs through the Lombardy countryside, along the entire length of the Villoresi Canal, the historic waterway built for irrigation in the late 19th century by engineer Eugenio Villoresi. The canal draws water from the Ticino River near Somma Lombardo and, after an 86 km journey, returns it to the Adda River near Groppello.

Perfect for a relaxing outing or a pleasant stroll. If you're passing through Monza's city center, stopping in the square for coffee and a pastry is practically a must: it recharges your batteries better than any energy bar! A smooth cycle path suitable for all levels.

The Villoresi Canal cycle path traverses the Lombardy countryside, following the entire length of the Villoresi Canal, the historic waterway built for irrigation in the late 19th century by engineer Eugenio Villoresi. The canal draws water from the Ticino River near Somma Lombardo and, after an 86 km journey, returns it to the Adda River near Groppello. It's an easy, flat cycle route, accessible to all types of bicycles and also suitable for families with children. An ideal place for a day trip, it allows you to explore the area's natural and scenic riches, cycling through cultivated fields, parks, and woods, with several detours to discover the architectural beauty of the many municipalities along the canal, or to continue along other cycle paths along the canal.

A good tour, suitable for everyone. There are occasional interruptions due to maintenance work on the cycle path. However, these are easily overcome with small detours.

The Lago Nord Park is located in the municipality of Paderno Dugnano and features two lakes separated by a tree-lined walkway. The first lake is used for recreational fishing, while the second is characterized by a more spontaneous and wild development and is home to several species of resident and migratory birds. The lake's waters are artificially diverted from the Villoresi canal, flowing into the reservoir through a small artificial waterfall. The Lago Nord Park was awarded the European Community Prize for the best environmental reclamation of a sand and gravel quarry.

The current Villa Bagatti Valsecchi is the result of an eclectic renovation carried out by brothers Giuseppe and Fausto Bagatti Valsecchi, who made it their country residence, combining Neo-Baroque and Neo-Renaissance elements. It unfolds as a linear block with a vast porticoed courtyard and a dramatic entrance. The loggia at the top of the villa, in a central position, was built using the remains of the bell tower of the destroyed Convent of Sant'Erasmo in Milan. The villa retains its vast original garden, divided into two zones: an English garden to the sides and an Italian garden to the rear, with a long avenue leading to the garden. The park houses the remains of the 15th-century Lazzaretto of Milan, transported here and carefully reconstructed.