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Hidden Watermill & Scenic Picnic at Lake Como
Perledo
About
Step into a living piece of history along an ancient, signposted trail connecting the old mills, and experience an open-air museum in the charming hamlet of Villatico, near Colico. Discover Molino Maufet, one of the FAI “Places of the Heart,” a beautifully preserved watermill with a unique story. Follow a scenic 6 km loop along historic paths once used to link the mills, leading you through the panoramic area of Robustello and the medieval site of Fontanedo. Along the way, enjoy breathtaking views over Lake Como and stop for a picnic with local specialties: a selection of local cheesesand cured meats, honey, jams, seasonal fresh fruit, dessert, and a bottle of red/white wine for every two gu...
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Mix of local cheeses and charcuterie, honey and jam, fresh fruit of the season, local dessert, 1 bottle red/or white wine per 2 persons.
Hiking Tour leaded by an official guide AIGAE (Italian official association of nature hiking guides)
Visit of the ancient Watermill Molino Maufet, € 25 pp
Meeting Points
Departure
Varenna Esino
Varenna-Esino train station, in front of the bar "III Binario", h 9:20 a.m.
Return
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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In the rest of the time we have 4 hours Hiking and 1 hour Picnic.
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We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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with the sole ambition to introduce you to something beautiful and creating a permanent connection between present and past....you will take part to an open air museum in the village of Villatico and visit Molino Maufet, ancient Watermill today part of the "places of the heart FAI", Fondo Ambiente Italiano (Italian Environmental Trust)
1 hour
Hidden Watermill & Scenic Picnic at Lake Como
Perledo
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$192.00
Price varies by group size
About
Step into a living piece of history along an ancient, signposted trail connecting the old mills, and experience an open-air museum in the charming hamlet of Villatico, near Colico. Discover Molino Maufet, one of the FAI “Places of the Heart,” a beautifully preserved watermill with a unique story. Follow a scenic 6 km loop along historic paths once used to link the mills, leading you through the panoramic area of Robustello and the medieval site of Fontanedo. Along the way, enjoy breathtaking views over Lake Como and stop for a picnic with local specialties: a selection of local cheesesand cured meats, honey, jams, seasonal fresh fruit, dessert, and a bottle of red/white wine for every two gu...
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Mix of local cheeses and charcuterie, honey and jam, fresh fruit of the season, local dessert, 1 bottle red/or white wine per 2 persons.
Hiking Tour leaded by an official guide AIGAE (Italian official association of nature hiking guides)
Visit of the ancient Watermill Molino Maufet, € 25 pp
Meeting Points
Departure
Varenna Esino
Varenna-Esino train station, in front of the bar "III Binario", h 9:20 a.m.
