Brunate

The small village, probably of Celtic origin, is located on a wooded plateau and can be reached from the city by road or in a few minutes by funicular.

Because of its strategic position at Como was pressing a lot, he was never able to become independent.
Given its particular position and the relatively high proportion which is, Brunate became one of the major tourist centers of Lombardy, as to be included among the most important tourist resorts of the Italian lakes, but this splendor went subsequently declining.

For nature lovers there is the opportunity to make beautiful walks that lead to Monte Boletto (m. 1236, h. 0:45) and Mount Bolettone (m. 1317, h. 1.15), with refreshments available at the many shelters ( Cao retreat, Baita Carla, Baita Bondella, Refreshment Boletto and refuge Bolettone).