Alzano Lombardo
Welcome to the province of Bergamo: an overview of the territory
The province of Bergamo is an ideal tourist destination for those seeking a combination of breathtaking mountain landscapes and lively local cities. This province covers 2722.86 square kilometers and has 243 municipalities, making it the eighth Italian province by population and the third by number of municipal subdivisions. In the following text, we will take a close look at the geographical features of the province of Bergamo, with a focus on mountainous areas, hills and plains.
The natural treasures of the province of Bergamo: the territory and the reliefs
The province of Bergamo is located in the central-eastern part of Lombardy, bordering the province of Sondrio to the north, the metropolitan city of Milan to the west, the province of Lecco to the south and the province of Brescia to the east. The province of Bergamo boasts a wide range of mountain reliefs, covering 64% of the area and ranging in altitude from 3,050 to 82 meters above sea level. The main Bergamo valleys include Val Seriana, Val Brembana, Valle Imagna, Valle di Scalve, Val San Martino and Val Cavallina. Each of these valleys has smaller branches, including Val Gandino, Val del Riso and Val Borlezza, and Val Serina and Val Taleggio. Moreover, towards the south lies a hilly strip covering 12% of the area, which includes the Bergamasca Island, the Colli di Bergamo Park and the Valcalepio area, famous for its typical Bergamo wines. Finally, the southern part of the province is included in the Po Valley, covering 24% of the area and including Bassa Bergamasca, divided into three areas: the Bergamasca Island between the Adda and the Brembo, the Gera d'Adda between the Brembo and the Serio, and the Calciana between the Serio and the Oglio.
The beauty of the province of Bergamo: the hidden treasures
The province of Bergamo is also rich in hidden treasures that are well worth discovering. For example, the Orobie Alps host the highest peaks in the province, such as Pizzo Coca (3,050 meters), the highest point reached by the mountain range, and Pizzo del Diavolo di Tenda (3,052 meters). In addition, the mountainous area is crossed by numerous streams and rivers, with waterfalls and lakes with crystal-clear waters for the delight of fishing and water sports enthusiasts. The hilly part of the province, especially the Bergamasca Island, offers a landscape of gentle slopes covered with vines and olive trees, producing some of the best wines and olive oil in the region. Not least, Bassa Bergamasca represents an area of great interest. Here there are numerous churches and villas with remarkable artistic, historical and architectural value, some of which dating back to the medieval period.
The municipalities of the province of Bergamo: what to visit
The province of Bergamo has 243 municipalities, each of which has its unique attractions to offer visitors. The capital city of Bergamo, for example, is a medieval walled city situated on a hill, offering a breathtaking panoramic view of the old town and the plain. Here you can admire numerous historical monuments, such as the cathedral, the Colleoni Chapel and the Piazza Vecchia with the Palace of Reason, as well as the spectacular Venetian walls, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Other famous municipalities in the province include Clusone, a medieval city known for its frescoes, Città Alta with a breathtaking view of the city, the thermal city of San Pellegrino Terme, the picturesque neighboring town of Lovere on Lake Iseo, as well as the ski areas of Foppolo and Carona, which offer attractions throughout the year.
Conclusions: discovering the province of Bergamo
The province of Bergamo is an ideal tourist destination for those seeking a combination of breathtaking mountain landscapes, lively local cities, and artistic, historical and architectural treasures of great value. Here you can enjoy a variety of activities, from ski mountaineering to rock climbing, fishing to trekking, cycling to food and wine tours. Moreover, the region is famous for its gastronomic products, from cheeses to fine wines, which make the province of Bergamo an ideal destination for a trip through Italian culture.
