Orrido di Bellano

Impressive views, a comfortable path above the waterfalls. The children really liked it, but it was short - we went around everything in 20 minutes. You can only park your car near the church for 1 hour.

What a hidden gem! We were considering giving this a pass, I am glad we still went. Very interesting place and the kids loved it. Under 30 minutes and not at all difficult. Absolutely recommend a visit. Buy tickets at the location, we saw online tickets were 50 cents more.

Bellano, a charming lakeside village on the eastern shore of Lake Como, is known for its authentic Italian atmosphere and scenic beauty. Beyond its colorful streets and serene waterfront, Bellano is home to the dramatic Orrido di Bellano, a natural gorge carved by the rushing waters of the Pioverna River. The gorge, with its narrow rock formations, cascading waterfalls, and centuries-old legends, offers visitors a breathtaking walk along suspended pathways—a striking contrast to the calm elegance of the lake. Bellano is a hidden gem where nature, history, and tranquility meet.

Orido di Bellano may be a short walk, but it’s absolutely worth visiting. You don’t have to just rush through it — it’s one of those places where you can simply stop, take a breath, and really look. The waterfalls, the cliffs, the light — it’s all so beautiful and powerful when you give yourself the time to take it in. We noticed that many people just walk through quickly, take a photo or two, and move on. But honestly, it’s worth slowing down — standing still and really absorbing the view makes all the difference. It felt like a bit of a hidden gem. We got there using local public transport, which also gave us a discount on the entrance fee. It wasn’t crowded at all, and the whole experience felt calm and memorable — actually one of our favorite, more peaceful memories from Lago di Como. Bellano itself was also super charming — much quieter than some of the more famous towns in the area, and honestly, I enjoyed it more for exactly that reason.

Short but very exotic stroll through the green and humid springs. Worth a visit. Right beside this place is a beautiful cemetery garden with a lovely serene ambiance. You can see the Swiss border from there and take some amazing pictures.

This was a relatively short experience, but the place is absolutely beautiful and we really loved it! Parking is limited to one hour, but honestly, an hour is just enough time to enjoy the visit. Definitely worth visiting!

I am so happy we’ve decided to visit this place as our last spot before leaving Lake Como area. Beautiful hidden gem, so easy to miss. Just one note, if you are afraid of heights, reconsider this tour.

Very cute town of Bellano surrounding Lake Como. The Orrido was a lovely 15 minute walk around the gorge and waterfall. Easy to walk and accessible for people. Not busy when we visited at 11:30am on a Monday.