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In the shade of ancient arches

Two days in the Upper Val Brembana, among the villages of Valtorta, Cornello dei Tasso, and Bretto, exploring architectural forms, places of refreshment, and contrasting hamlets.

Description

Two days to discover some gems of the Brembana Valley: from the marvelous frescoes of the Baschenis, to the incredible history of the Tasso Family, from ancient roads that shaped the history of valley trade to small hamlets that preserve cults, traditions, and fragments of past lives.
Overnight stay in an ancient local residence in the heart of one of the most beautiful medieval villages in Italy, where you will find peace and tranquility in a timeless place.

The journey begins with the discovery of an unusual corner of Valtorta, a town already renowned for its mill, hydraulic sawmill, and ethnographic museum. In Cantello, a district characterized by a curious frescoed house and an ancient street that winds under a short arcade, accompanied by the guides of Le Terre dei Baschenis, we will hear the story of a community that was not spared from the plague and turned to Saints Roch and Sebastian, as testified by the small church in the village. The journey continues with the exploration of the medieval village of Cornello dei Tasso and the eponymous family, which gave rise to the modern postal system, followed by an immersion into the history of the Baschenis family, renowned fresco painters of the Upper Valley who left their mark in some local churches, such as the wonderful countryside church of San Ludovico in Bretto: a hidden gem you wouldn’t expect!
The exclusive overnight stay at La Tana del Tasso, in the heart of Cornello dei Tasso, will allow you to live in a timeless village, in an ancient local residence where modernity and tradition create a fascinating atmosphere.

WHAT AWAITS YOU
DAY 1
2:00 PM or 3:00 PM – Independent departure from the Valtorta info point on Via Roma snc, walk towards Cantello (about 30 minutes), followed by a guided tour (3:00 PM or 4:00 PM).
5:30 PM – Indipendent transfer to Cornello dei Tasso (30 minutes).
6:00 PM – Check-in and guided tour at La Tana del Tasso with a welcome aperitif.
Free dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight stay.

DAY 2
7:30 AM / 9:30 AM – Breakfast.
10:00 AM – Guided tour of the village of Cornello dei Tasso and the Tasso Museum and Postal History Museum (duration: 1 hour).
Free lunch at a local restaurant or the option to pick up a picnic lunch box.
2:40 PM – Independent transfer to the Bretto district of Camerata Cornello.
3:00 PM – Guided visit to the Church of San Ludovico in Bretto, followed by a tour of the rural village of Bretto Basso, where the Tasso family’s residence still stands. (duration: 2 hours)
End of the experience at approximately 5:00 PM.

What is included

1. Cultural visit to the Cantello district of Valtorta: special opening of the Church of Saints Roch and Sebastian. Guided tour by a cultural animator from Le Terre dei Baschenis.
2. Visit to La Tana del Tasso with a welcome aperitif (30 minutes).
3. Overnight stay at La Tana del Tasso B&B, in a double or twin room (extra charge for single use).
The rooms (DBL/TWN/DUS) have a private bathroom with a shower; bed linen, bath set, and hairdryer are provided by the property. Free Wi-Fi.
4. Guided tour of the village of Cornello dei Tasso and the Tasso Museum and Postal History Museum (duration: 1 hour).
5. Special opening and guided tour of the Church of San Ludovico in Bretto (one of the masterpieces of the Baschenis Family).
6. Guided tour of the rural village of Bretto, where the Tasso family’s residences are still found.

What is not included

1. Lunches and dinners
2. Transfers between the different locations
3. Tips and personal expenses
4. Anything not explicitly mentioned in the “what’s included” section

Period

July 16-17, 2025
Upon request, this is an experience that can be enjoyed year-round

Cancellation policy

Free cancellations up to 20 days before the event

More details

PRICES:
The price remains the same for both adults and children up to 4 years old. Children under 3 years old do not pay.
The price of 86 euros per person is based on a double room (either matrimonial or twin). There are additional charges for single or triple rooms.
The price for a double room for single use has an additional charge of 22 euros.
Contact us for triple room bookings.

EXTRAS:
1. Picnic lunch with local products at a cost of 15 euros per person (pickup at La Tana del Tasso), to be arranged at least 48 hours in advance.
2. Guided tour of the Valtorta Dairy Cooperative, to be arranged at least 1 week in advance.

Where it is located

Via Roma, 24010, Valtorta, Bergamo

Useful information

Via Roma, 24010, Valtorta, Bergamo
English - Italian
Accessibility 
Motor
No
Visual
No
Hearing
No
Cognitive
No
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