Where every experience is designed around your well-being.

About Us

Welcome to Discover Brunate

Discover Brunate was conceived by Giacomo Degani, a personal trainer and lifestyle coach, with the goal of promoting the local area while also offering experiences that help people reconnect with nature and movement.

Through targeted activities, Discover Brunate’s multidisciplinary team promotes a more mindful and active lifestyle, fostering physical and mental well-being. An invitation to slow down, breathe, and rediscover balance, immersed in the beauty of Brunate.

Brunate is not just the place where we operate; it represents the heart of our identity: the landscape, the culture, and the natural environment inspire every experience we offer. Our desire is to allow guests to experience the region in an authentic and profound way, attuning themselves to its rhythms, its traditions, and its unique atmosphere.

Brunate

From a Belle Époque retreat to a contemporary wellness destination

At the beginning of the 20th century, perched above Lake Como and known as the “Balcony of the Alps,” Brunate was much more than just a scenic viewpoint: it was a retreat sought out by those wishing to rejuvenate both body and spirit.

Connected to the city of Como by the funicular inaugurated in 1894, this charming hillside village quickly became a destination of choice for travelers seeking fresh air, breathtaking views, and the peace and quiet of nature, far from the frenetic pace of city life. The funicular, a true feat of engineering for its time, made Brunate accessible in just a few minutes, allowing wealthy families from Milan and Lombardy to easily escape the heat and bustle of the city.

Over time, this seasonal pilgrimage spread beyond Italy’s borders, attracting international visitors drawn by the place’s reputation as an oasis of serene mountain air and cultural richness.

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E-Bike

Thanks to our top-quality Specialized Turbo Levo, you’ll spend hours outdoors without even noticing. The result is a balanced activity that supports physical health, mental clarity, and long-term well-being, promoting a lifestyle based on movement, fun, and connection with nature.

Perched on the hills of Brunate, the Faro Voltiano has dominated the landscape since 1927, illuminating Como and the surrounding villages with its unmistakable presence. Standing 29 meters tall and dedicated to Alessandro Volta, it is one of the region’s most iconic symbols and a must-see destination for anyone seeking an authentic experience blending history, nature, and extraordinary views.

This guided tour will take you on a journey to discover the most picturesque views, along a route surrounded by the greenery and tranquility of the surrounding nature. During the experience, you’ll learn interesting facts, anecdotes, and historical details related to the lighthouse and the figure of Volta, letting yourself be captivated by the magic of a place suspended between sky and lake.

Duration: 1 hour
Elevation gain: 150 meters
Difficulty: Low
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An ideal experience for those seeking a day of wellness surrounded by nature, combining the pleasure of cycling with the discovery of breathtaking views. In this package, you’ll cover 12 km with an elevation gain of 500 meters, until you reach the summit of Monte Boletto. From there, you can admire Lake Como, the small surrounding lakes, the Alps, and the city of Como, on a journey that will offer you one of the most picturesque views in the area.

A perfect outing for those who want to enjoy the mountains without too much physical exertion, thanks to the power of the e-bike, which will assist you along the way.

Duration: 2,5 hours
Elevation gain: 500 meters
Difficulty: Medium-Low
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If you love a challenge and are looking for an adrenaline-pumping experience, this is the package for you. On an e-bike, you’ll traverse the entire ridge of the Triangolo Lariano, reaching its highest point, Monte San Primo, before descending to Bellagio.
The route is between 40 and 70 km long, with a total elevation gain ranging from 1,500 to 2,000 meters, depending on the itinerary chosen.

This package is designed for those who have a good level of physical fitness and are looking for a more challenging hike. The itinerary can be customized with the guide based on the desired level of difficulty, taking into account seasonal conditions and the time of year.

Duration: 1 day
Elevation gain: 1500-2000 meters
Difficulty: Very high
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Rent a Specialized Turbo Levo and enjoy a premium e-bike experience. Whether you’re with friends or family, it’s a chance to spend a whole day surrounded by nature, moving freely and without constraints. Cycling through the countryside allows you to connect with the area in an authentic way, promoting both physical activity and mental relaxation.

It’s about freedom, balance, and experiencing the environment at your own pace, transforming movement into a moment of true well-being.

Duration: Customizable
Difficulty: Customizable
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Hiking

Explore the area through guided hikes that reveal its most picturesque spots, combining discovery with the pleasure of getting out and about on foot. Our expert guides transform every walk into a meaningful journey through nature, culture, and the landscape. For those seeking performance and well-being, train outdoors with a personal trainer in energizing cardio sessions surrounded by nature. Improve your cardiovascular health, increase your endurance, and enhance your lifestyle — all in the great outdoors. Learn more, move better, live with more energy.

A package designed for hiking enthusiasts, offering a unique experience surrounded by nature. Your guide will take you to the most picturesque spots in Brunate all the way to Monte Boletto, along lesser-known trails and through breathtaking scenery.

You’ll follow a round-trip route, taking different trails along the way, for a comprehensive experience of exploring the area.

Duration: 3,5 hours
Elevation gain: 500 meters
Difficulty: Medium
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A classic hike in the Lariano Triangle: the Brunate-Bellagio hike. A challenging 33-kilometer route with 1,500 meters of elevation gain that will take you all the way to Bellagio, passing through breathtaking scenic trails.

The guide will accompany you throughout the entire adventure, ensuring support and safety. Once you arrive in Bellagio, you’ll continue your journey to Como by ferry or bus, accompanied by the guide the whole way.

Duration: 1 day
Elevation gain: 1500 meters
Difficulty: Very high
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A perfect itinerary for lovers of nature and geology. The guide will lead you along the Strada Regia, offering spectacular views of Lake Como, as you explore various scenic spots and boulders dating back to the Ice Age, such as the Pietra Pendula.

A hike that will immerse you in the nature and history of these places.

Duration: 5 hours
Elevation gain: 400 meters
Difficulty: Medium
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Our sessions go beyond simply exploring the local area: they introduce people to the benefits of nature walks and use the natural environment as a tool for rejuvenation and overall well-being. Through mindful outdoor activity, hiking helps maintain physical fitness while encouraging a healthy and balanced lifestyle. It particularly stimulates cardiovascular activity, allowing the body to fully benefit from all the advantages that only cardiovascular exercise in a natural environment can offer. Here, nature becomes an active partner in improving health, energy, and well-being in the long term.

Duration: Customizable
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Tennis

We can say that tennis, for us, is much more than just a sport: it is an experience that is part of a wellness journey. Thanks to our location, which offers a breathtaking view and a natural setting, tennis becomes an opportunity to recharge and reconnect with unspoiled nature.

Tennis lessons with our coach at the Nidrino Sports Center in Brunate are not just technical training sessions. They are an experience designed to make the sport an integral part of daily life. In a truly unique natural setting, tennis becomes a way to embrace a healthy and active lifestyle in close contact with nature. During each lesson, you don’t just learn a sports movement, but also the value of concentration: focusing on a single gesture, a specific shot, a precise moment. A skill that is more essential than ever in today’s daily life, full of distractions.

Here, tennis becomes a practical way to train both the body and the mind, rediscovering concentration, balance, and mindfulness.

A private tennis court nestled in a peaceful and elegant setting, perfect for those who want to play at their own pace. An ideal space to enjoy the game in complete freedom, whether it’s a relaxing match or an energizing workout. Tennis as a moment of balance, movement, and pure pleasure.

Available for both indoor and outdoor use
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Team Building & Corporate Retreat

Our experiences are carefully designed to highlight the importance of a healthy and active lifestyle in the workplace. Each activity can be fully customized, allowing our core values to come together in a single meaningful experience. Guided by a multidisciplinary team of professionals, each program is designed with both individual well-being and organizational dynamics in mind.

An exclusive villa where work and well-being come together in high-end, deeply transformative experiences. Designed for companies and private groups, it offers the opportunity to spend a day or stay for several nights, immersing yourself in refined hospitality through team building and corporate retreats.

Swimming pool, hot tub, and sauna with breathtaking views of the Alps and Lake Como provide the perfect setting for a complete experience. A harmonious blend of activities and hospitality that promotes individual well-being, strengthens bonds, and creates an authentic connection within the team.

Our team-building experiences go beyond simple activities, creating meaningful moments of connection surrounded by nature and beyond. Through movement, presence, and sharing, teams are invited to slow down, reconnect, and strengthen their bonds, fostering both individual well-being and collective harmony.

From hiking to e-biking, from yoga to mindfulness, as well as cooking classes, painting classes, wine tastings, live music, and culinary experiences featuring a traditional lunch at a mountain hut.

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Wellness

We firmly believe that in today’s society, it is essential to rediscover the importance of physical activity in order to live fit and healthy. At Discover Brunate, together with our Lifestyle Coaches, we work every day to promote an active and dynamic lifestyle, because we know that well-being starts with physical activity.

Yoga sessions that go beyond mere practice, embracing yoga as a lifestyle. Led by our professionals, these sessions focus on breathing, movement, and mindfulness, helping to cultivate balance, presence, and consistency both on the mat and in daily life.

Duration: 1 hour
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Personalized massage experiences designed to restore balance, relieve tension, and promote overall physical and mental well-being. In a quiet and private setting, each session becomes a moment of deep relaxation and reconnection with oneself, with the option to choose a traditional Ayurvedic massage for a more holistic approach to well-being.

Duration: Customizable
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Personalized training sessions , designed to improve strength, mobility, and overall fitness, tailored to individual goals and needs. Movement becomes a mindful practice, in harmony with both the surrounding environment and daily life.

Duration: Customizable
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We offer the opportunity to organize workshops on well-being and educational experiences in Brunate’s most picturesque locations, carefully selected for their atmosphere, energy, and scenic beauty. Each experience is tailored to specific needs: from the choice of location to the setup of the spaces, from creating the atmosphere to complementary services. Our goal is to offer a coherent, stimulating, and functional environment, capable of enhancing both the content and the experience of the participants.

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Events

We celebrate your special moments through a fully personalized experience. Whether it’s a birthday, an anniversary, a wedding celebration, or a meaningful occasion with family and friends, every event is carefully planned with your wishes in mind.

By combining our services, we create memorable experiences in Brunate’s most exclusive venues. Every detail is carefully curated to transform your event into a moment of connection, joy, and fun. Our team is always available to create customized events tailored to your guests’ needs, and we can design custom packages for every event.

Live musical performances designed to enhance private events and special occasions.

Saxophonists, guitarists, pianists, and singers, with a wide-ranging repertoire of musical genres tailored to every occasion and event.

Interactive cooking experiences led by a local expert, designed to explore the authentic flavors and culinary traditions of the region.

Through hands-on preparation and shared moments, cooking becomes a way to connect with the local culture, slow down, and enjoy an authentic experience.

Creative painting sessions led by Irma Kenneway, a local artist from Brunate, in the intimate setting of her private villa.

A relaxing and inspiring experience, where artistic expression becomes a moment of focus, creativity, and mental well-being.

Guided tasting experiences designed to offer an authentic exploration of select wines and the local wine culture.

Each tasting is tailored to reflect both the local terroir and our guests’ backgrounds, creating a refined yet relaxed experience of discovery, connection, and sensory well-being.

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Wellness Holiday Home

Welcome to our home, where you can admire the beauty of Lake Como in every season, in a perfect balance between nature, sports, and relaxation. The space and experiences we offer are designed to make every stay an unforgettable moment to rejuvenate body and mind.

Discover below the benefits of booking with us, and contact us to plan your customized stay.

We have created the ideal retreat for groups of up to 4 people seeking relaxation, harmony with nature, well-being, and sustainability.

But that's not all! During your stay at the Wellness Holiday Home, you can enjoy numerous benefits and discounts, including:

Discover the best itineraries for exploring breathtaking views of lakes, mountains, and unspoiled nature.

We offer personalized consultations in person or via chat, as well as a variety of special discounts:

  • 20% off guided tours
  • 50% off e-bike rentals
  • 20% off massages
  • 20% off private lessons (yoga, pilates, and personal training)

Get free access to group classes at the Nidrino Sports Center, featuring a stunning view of Lake Como and the Alps:

  • Yoga: Mondays at 9:00 a.m. and Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m.
  • Pilates: Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m.
  • Postural Training: Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m.

Massages muscle-relaxing, lymphatic drainage, sports, and Ayurvedic massages are available by appointment just a short walk from the apartment.

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Discover Brunate and the surrounding area

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Brunate is one of the most charming destinations on Lake Como, easily accessible thanks to the historic funicular railway that connects it to the city. Known as the "Balcony of the Alps," this picturesque village offers spectacular views, elegant Art Nouveau villas, and numerous walking routes waiting to be explored.

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Lake Como Team Building: Exclusive Experiences in Brunate Combining Nature, Wellness, and Authenticity

Il team building è uno strumento fondamentale per rafforzare collaborazione, fiducia e comunicazione all’interno delle aziende. Quando queste esperienze si svolgono in un contesto naturale e lontano dalla routine lavorativa, i benefici diventano ancora più significativi. Brunate, affacciata sul Lago di Como e conosciuta come il “Balcone sulle Alpi”, rappresenta la destinazione ideale per vivere…

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Brunate: From the Belle Époque Elite to Today’s Sustainable Tourism

Durante la Belle Époque, Brunate divenne una meta ambita dalle famiglie benestanti grazie al suo fascino naturale, al clima salubre e alle infrastrutture moderne come la funicolare inaugurata nel 1894. All’epoca, l’élite europea cercava luoghi di prestigio che offrissero tranquillità e benessere: Brunate rappresentava esattamente questa combinazione perfetta.

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