Lake Como is one of the destinations that the whole world envies and is just under half an hour's drive from the Villa. Let yourself be enchanted by the medieval villages clinging to the lake shores such as the romantic Varenna, or enter the aristocratic residences now returned to the general public as museums and cultural and architectural heritage, such as Villa Serbelloni and Villa Melzi in Bellagio. Just a few minutes' drive from Merate, Lecco will amaze you with its Manzonian-style views, while on the opposite branch, Como fascinates with its Roman roots.

Cosmopolitan, international and always one step ahead. Milan with a thousand faces needs no introduction. The skyscraper district in Piazza Gae Aulenti will transport you straight into the future, while the historic heart between the Duomo and the Castello Sforzesco will reveal an unexpected city. Your desire for art and culture will be satisfied by unmissable museums such as the Pinacoteca di Brera, the Cenacolo Vinciano and the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana. Leave room for fun too: a shopping session in the best boutiques of the Quadrilatero della moda and an immersion in the lively nightlife of the Navigli among clubs and restaurants.

Bergamo has two souls. The Lower Town reveals itself to the visitor in a contemporary guise, here culture lovers can “meet” Botticelli, Titian and Raphael at the Accademia Carrara, while the Sentierone satisfies those who cannot give up shopping! The climb to the Upper Town with the funicular is unmissable: a short journey through time starting from the means of transport. The historic heart of Bergamo is located on the hill, with the Piazza Vecchia and its Campanone and the Duomo with the Colleoni Chapel. And to return to the Lower Town we recommend walking along the Venetian walls, a UNESCO heritage site.

Everything you could want in the Brianza capital is concentrated along the pedestrian avenue that runs through the historic center: international brand stores and luxury boutiques alongside the historic stores where you can rediscover the authentic soul of Monzal. The Duomo is worth a visit for the treasure it holds: the Iron Crown. But the real gem is the immense Villa Reale, of the Savoy royal family, with its 700 apartments and set in one of the largest enclosed parks in Europe. So large that it houses the Temple of Speed, the Autodrome which every year, hosts the famous Formula 1 Grand Prix.

Montevecchia is a small village located in Brianza with three pyramid shaped hills and lots of vineyards with its wines Terre Lariane. Montevecchia has a great historical past too, i t is in here where the remains of settlements of the Neanderthals and Homo Sapiens have been found.

Adda Nord Park is a perfect synthesis of nature and culture. Any ideas? A short walk on foot or by bike will take you along the banks of the river, from which you can reach the delightful village of Brivio, or take the Leonardo ferry to Imbersago. Further south, the majestic Paderno Bridge will leave you breathless and, less than 1 km from 1711 , walking up the long staircase that goes up to the Sanctuary of the Madonna del Bosco you can enjoy a magnificent view of the Adda valley and the Resegone.

Monticello SPA is the reference center in Brianza, while in Milan and San Pellegrino the QC Terme chain has renovated historic and unusual places (have you ever thought of having a sauna inside a tram?) creating luxury wellness paths. Finally, in Concorezzo, Acquaworld boasts a vast wellness area with hydromassage, heated pools, saunas and frigidarium for a day of 360-degree relaxation.

Alta Brianza is a true paradise for trekkers. The strategic position of Merate allows you to easily reach countless valleys in the Lombard Prealps. In the Lecco area, the Grigne, with their paths and unparalleled naturalistic views, are one of the undisputed destinations for hiking, together with the legendary Resegone and Pizzo dei Tre Signori. Further north, Valchiavenna and Valtellina speak for themselves: Val di Mello and Valmalenco are chosen for those who want to walk along high mountain paths.