Sarnico
Nestled between Lake Iseo and Val Calepio, Sarnico is located on the south-western border of the lake, where the river Oglio receives its waters. Its airy piazzas, lakeside, shops, modern tourist facilities and its artistic and naturally beautiful surroundings make it a pleasant place to stay.
SIGHTSEEING ATTRACTIONS
The Contrada – heart of the historic district which is home to the architectural vestiges of the old hamlet.
The Art Nouveau Villas – designed by architect Giuseppe Sommaruga at the behest of the Faccanoni family are amongst the finest examples of Art Nouveau architecture in the Lombardy region. Opened for events only.
Gianni Bellini Art-Gallery -150 works of art (15th/17th century) donated by Don Gianni Bellini to the community, on display at Gervasoni Palace (15th century), at one time a convent for nuns and completely restored in 2002. Open – from March to December: Saturdays from 14.30 to 18.30, Sundays from 10.00 to 12.00 and from 14.30 to 18.30.
IT’S GOOD TO KNOW THAT
It is good to know that in 1842 Pietro Riva, a young shipwright, opened a shipyard in Sarnico where he began to build the first Riva boats, world renowned for their class and personality.
TOURS AND EXCURSIONS
Castles and hamlets – a truly fascinating historical route that from Sarnico leads to enchanting hamlets and castles: Castelli Calepio, the medieval hamlet dominated by the Castle of the Calepio Counts, built around the year 1000; Castel Trebecco (10th century), in Credaro, located on a rocky spur, a medieval citadel with tiny courtyards and streets within the town walls; as well as the Castle of Grumello del Monte, which preserves the typical features of a manor house.
Paths of the Adrara Valley – The Guerna torrent runs through this valley, from the high Val Calepio to the Hills of San Fermo, offering a variety of routes suitable for everyone. The map can be downloaded at Gruppo Sentieri Adrara
Corno Buco and Monte Bronzone – for the more trained, a steep and panoramic trail leading first to the Forcella di Sarnico (400 m), then to the Corno Buco (2h – 966 m) and, finally, to the top of Monte Bronzone (3h – 1334 m).
HOW TO GET THERE
By bus – from Bergamo line E, info and timetable: Bergamo Trasporti
From Iseo SIA line LS002 and from Brescia SIA line LS025, info and timetable: Arriva Italia
By boat – During summer, Sarnico can also be reached from the lake. Info and timetable: Navigazione Lago d’Iseo
Sport and nature in Sarnico
Itinerary along the Calepio Valley
Sarnico
The route starts at Sarnico, an important commercial and tourist centre that still has visible trace...
READ MORETrekking from Sarnico to Croce di Predore
Sarnico
Excursion to reach the Corno Buco and the Croce di Predore with fantastic view of Lake Iseo, the Tor...
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Easy path that leads to the Pompiano Hut, with a view of the lower Lake Iseo....
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This car route, which can also be followed by bicycle for the fitter travellers, starts in Sarnico. ...
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Sarnico
The Forcella-Molere trail runs along the crest of the hills, about 400 mts high, just behind the ce...
READ MORETrekking from Sarnico to Monte Bronzone
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The route starts in Sarnico where, after passing the monumental cemetery, it is necessary to follow ...
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This itinerary is a route of exceptional landscape importance, with breathtaking views of the lake a...
READ MORECultural attractions in Sarnico
La Rocchetta Palace
Sarnico
In the locality of Castione, in the municipality of Sarnico, the Palace “La Rocchetta” i...
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The village of Sarnico, which rises on a flat area on the west bank of the Lake Sebino, was fortifie...
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Differently from what it is possible to observe in other Lombard lakes, the Lake Iseo is not charact...
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Sarnico
Nella pianura solcata dalle acque del fiume Oglio l’acqua ha rappresentato fin dal XI sec. uno str...
READ MORELittle Church of Stella Maris
Sarnico
The little church of Stella Maris stands in a picturesque position on the lakefront; it was built in...
READ MORELittle Church of Santa Teresina in Fosio
Sarnico
Located in the Fosio area, this little church was built in 1929 to satisfy the religious needs of th...
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Sarnico
The early medieval Church of San Nazaro (St. Nazarius), renowned for the important cycle of painting...
READ MORELittle Church of San Paolo
Sarnico
The church of San Paolo (St. Paul) rises in the top area of the historic centre, in the middle of th...
READ MOREGianni Bellini Art Gallery
Sarnico
The Gianni Bellini Art Gallery, inaugurated in 2004, is located at the top part of the historic cent...
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Sarnico
Immense Villa Surre (1912) stands on the lakeshore road connecting Sarnico and Predore: Luigi Faccan...
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Sarnico
The mausoleum is a grand and monumental tomb that the Faccanoni family had constructed in 1907 withi...
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Sarnico
Villa Giuseppe Faccanoni (1907) stands on the lakeshore on Via Veneto and is surrounded by a large p...
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Sarnico
Located near the parish church, the Antonio Faccanoni Nursery School is nestled in a quiet park and ...
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Sarnico
Located at number 1 on Viale Orgnieri, Villa Passeri stands near a public park in an area which was ...
READ MOREMedieval or Civic Tower
Sarnico
The Civic or Medieval Tower dates back to the 12th century and was part of the old fortalice of the ...
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Sarnico
The ancient parish church of Sarnico, erected in Medieval times and restored in the early decades of...
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The story behind this ancient building is nothing short of incredible: built almost a thousand years...
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Crossed the bridge that connects Paratico to Sarnico towards Bergamo bank, it is possible to follow ...
READ MOREThe historic centre of Sarnico
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Sarnico, located on the northern bank where the lake narrows down to become the River Oglio, dominat...
READ MOREAccomodation in Sarnico
Casa Dea Luxury
Sarnico
Casa Dea Luxury is a luxurious apartment in an elegant residence just a few steps from the historic ...
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Sarnico
Loft Centro Storico è un appartamento situato nel Centro Storico di Sarnico, a due passi dal Lungol...
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Sarnico
Delightful apartment in a panoramic residence overlooking Lake Iseo and the town of Sarnico. It cons...
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Sarnico
Nice apartment located on the first floor of a building in the central area of Sarnico. It has...
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Sarnico
In the center of Sarnico, a delightful three-room apartment located on the 3rd floor. The living roo...
READ MORECasa Il Mughetto
Sarnico
Holiday Apartment il Mughetto is located in a residence with swimming pool, on Lake Iseo, the reside...
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Sarnico
The apartment is located in Sarnico in Via Predore, on the first floor with a breathtaking view of L...
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Lago di Iseo
The Sole e Lago apartment is a large and bright newly renovated apartment. Equipped with 2 double be...
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Sarnico
HomeSuite sul Lago is a studio apartment in the historical centre of Sarnico, almost entirely contro...
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Sarnico
Apartment dedicated to those who love to surround themselves with taste and comforts. Located in the...
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Sarnico
Three-room lake-view apartment in a very central location, consisting of living room with sofa bed, ...
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Sarnico
Located in the ancient village of “Castione”, in the immediate outskirts of Sarnico, an ...
READ MORESarnico Holiday Apartment
Sarnico
This apartment is located in Sarnico, at 23 kilometers from Bergamo. The structure has a terrace wit...
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Sarnico
La Casa del Pescatore is located in Sarnico and offers free bikes and a bar. This holiday home with ...
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Sarnico
Independent apartment a few steps from the center of Sarnico. The apartment is on the first floor an...
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Sarnico
Giuseppe B&B is a beautiful bed and breakfast on the hill of Sarnico, a few meters from the lake...
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Sarnico
In Casa Sophia the Bahlke family: Claus-Dieter, Margaret and Mark-Ludwig welcomes since 10 years tou...
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Sarnico
Casa Miki is a lovely apartment offering to the guests: bedsheets, blankets, towels, kitchen towels,...
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Sarnico
Casa Buelli is located in the heart of the Historic Centre of Sarnico. It consists of two apartments...
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Sarnico
Bed & Breakfast “La Dimora al Portico” is a recently renovated apartment in the center of Sa...
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Sarnico
The B&B Cadè features all the amenities you could expect for a pleasant stay on the shores of L...
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Sarnico
For your stay at the lake you will have a double bedroom with lots of natural light with a private b...
READ MORECadè Junior Holidays Home
Sarnico
For over 10 years the Bahlke family: Claus-Dieter, Margaret and Mark-Ludwig welcomes tourists from a...
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Sarnico
The apartment Centrostorico is located in Sarnico, in the Historic Centre. The apartment offers: liv...
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Sarnico
Lovely new apartment in Sarnico, on Iseo Lake. Consisting of lounge and kitchen in a large and brigh...
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Sarnico
Activiy closed for the season 2020 Casa San Paolo is situated in the heart of the historic center. P...
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Sarnico
The holiday home of Il Battello Social Co-operative is situated in a green and quiet area of Sarnico...
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Sarnico
Appartamento Viviani is a quiet apartment with attic and beams. The structure offers two bathrooms, ...
READ MORE“La Casa della Zia” Room rental
Sarnico
“La Casa della Zia” (the Aunt’s House) is located in the heart of Sarnico’s historic centre ...
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Sarnico
This structure provides the ideal accomodation for groups of friends and families. It is in a wonder...
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Sarnico
The BB MacLoud, recently opened, has 5 rooms, two with a double bed and a bunk bed, two with a doubl...
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Sarnico
The holiday home of Battello Social Co-operative is situated in a green and quiet area of Sarnico, j...
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Sarnico
Discover our stylish and spacious one and two bedrooms right in the heart of the historic centre of ...
READ MOREB&B Borgo Dei Lantieri
Sarnico
The B&B “Borgo dei Lantieri” is situated in the centre of historical Sarnico. You will be we...
READ MORECentro Storico Sarnico B&B
Sarnico
Set in Sarnico on Lake Iseo, Centrostorico is a family-run B&B, 50 metres from the dock for boat...
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Sarnico
This B&B is set among trees, in its own garden, right on the lake; the garden has barbecue facil...
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Sarnico
The B&B I Lazzarini is located a few steps from the lake and close to the historic center of Sar...
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Sarnico
In the heart of old Sarnico, the B&B La Contrada is located near the seafront and the Pier. The ...
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Sarnico
Situated in the heart of Sarnico, the hotel dominates the square of the ancient villag, in contrast ...
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Sarnico
Surrounded by an enchanting landscape Cocca Hotel is a peaceful oasis to restore, relax and nicely p...
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Restaurants in Sarnico
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List of restaurants, pizzerias and wine bars in Sarnico, where it is possible tasting delicious loca...
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