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Abbadia Lariana

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Last Visit: 10/05/2023
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Italy
Lombardy
Provincia di Lecco

Access

To reach Abbadia Lariana, you can use different means of transport depending on your starting position and your preferences:

  1. By car:If travelling by car, you can reach Abbadia Lariana via the Italian road network. From Milan, for example, you can take the A4 motorway heading east towards Bergamo, then follow signs for Lecco along the SS36. From Lecco, follow signs for Abbadia Lariana along the SS583.
    2. By train: Abbadia Lariana has a railway station served by the Milano-Lecco-Sondrio-Tirano railway line. You can take a train from Milano Centrale or from Lecco railway station and get off at Abbadia Lariana station. Regional and suburban trains stop at this station.By bus: You can also reach Abbadia Lariana using bus services. Lecco is well connected to other cities in Lombardy by regional buses. From the Lecco bus station, you can take a direct bus to Abbadia Lariana.

Introduction

Abbadia Lariana is an Italian municipality located in the province of Lecco, in the region of Lombardy, on the shores of Lake Como. It is a picturesque village with a privileged position on the eastern shores of the lake, with a breathtaking view of the surrounding mountains.

Description

The municipality takes its name from the nearby abbey of San Pietro al Monte, a Benedictine monastery dating back to the 10th century. Abbadia Lariana is known for its rich history and cultural heritage, with numerous examples of religious and civil architecture.
The main points of interest include the parish church of San Martino, dating back to the 12th century, with frescoes and works of art of considerable historical interest. The lakeside promenade offers a pleasant stroll with views of the lake and surrounding mountains, while the lakeside beaches attract tourists and residents during the summer months.
Abbadia Lariana is also known for its handicraft traditions, particularly in the production of textiles and weaving, with a long history of cotton and silk work. Today, the municipality is a peaceful retreat on the shores of Lake Como, ideal for those seeking relaxation, natural beauty and an authentic Italian atmosphere.

Information

Area: 17.09 sq km
Altitude: 204m
Maximum elevation: 1675m on the Cresta Cermenati on the southern Grigna
Number of inhabitants: 3305
Name in dialect: Badia
Inhabitants name:Abbadiensi
Patron Saint:St. Lawrence (10 January)
Internet site: www.comune.abbadia-lariana.lc.en
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Bordering municipalities: Ballabio, Lecco, Mandello del Lario, Oliveto Lario, Valbrona
Villages and hamlets: Borbino, Crebbio, Linzanico, Novegolo, Piani Resinelli, Piani Resinelli II
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