San Giacomo Gate – Old Square and Civic Tower loop from Orio al Serio

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San Giacomo Gate – Old Square and Civic Tower loop from Orio al Serio

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San Giacomo Gate – Old Square and Civic Tower loop from Orio al Serio

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15.2km

160m

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 17, 2026

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7.84 km

Piazza Vittorio Veneto, Lower Town (Bergamo Bassa)

Highlight • Settlement

One of the most beautiful points, however not many, of the Lower Town

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7.87 km

Tower of the Fallen

Highlight • Monument

Great beautiful street with magnificent buildings and the connection to the Città Alta

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8.81 km

Scaletta Ascent (Upper Bergamo)

Highlight • Trail

Nice climb to the Upper Town, an alternative to the funicular or a longer but less steep ride. The view is fantastic when you get to the top.

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9.00 km

San Giacomo Gate

Highlight • Monument

In the past Porta San Giacomo represented the entrance to the Upper Town for those arriving from Milan. This is the only access to the Walls that is perfectly visible …

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9.29 km

Shoe Market Square

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A place formerly dedicated to trade and commerce, the Piazza Mercato delle Scarpe is located at the meeting point of the then most important access routes to the Upper Town. …

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9.43 km

Old Square and Civic Tower

Highlight • Historical Site

Bergamo's historic center is a little gem worth stopping to visit: the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, the Colleoni Chapel, and the Venetian walls.

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9.50 km

Piazza Vecchia and Contarini Fountain

Highlight • Historical Site

Against the backdrop of the Piazza Vecchia stands the Palazzo della Ragione and the Palazzo del Podestà.
The Palazzo della Ragione was the former seat of Bergamo's municipality, and the …

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