Short loop itinerary that skirts the entire Lake Varese, passing through characteristic villages and admiring glimpses of the Varese foothills of the Alps.
The cycle route is surrounded by green nature and brightened by the blue of the lake, between lido passages, piers, parks and cultural attractions.

Technical description:
The 28-km bicycle and pedestrian route starts from Buguggiate. Beginning to skirt the lake in a clockwise direction, the small Shrine of Our Lady of the Lake is reached after a few meters. At the 4th km, the cycle route passes through the village of Bodio Lomnago, on whose small port there is a wonderful view of the lake and, immediately beyond, of the Campo dei Fiori massif.
Continuing on, we arrive at the village of Cazzago Brabbia, where it is possible to admire its perfectly preserved Ghiacciaie, stone constructions where caught fish, a symbol of the local economy, was once stored.
After passing the town, we head north, arriving at the Biandronno pier, from where it is possible to embark to visit Isolino Virginia, a UNESCO heritage site for its prehistoric value. Following the lakeshore and passing through weeping willow fronds that caress the water, the route passes through Gavirate and Groppello to enter, at km 21, the pretty village of Calcinate del Pesce.
Finally, just before closing the loop, the cycle route plunges into the Lido della Schiranna, the liveliest stretch of the Varese lakefront where you can pause in the greenery of Zanzi Park.

Except for 2 km of easily pedaled dirt road past Cazzago Brabbia, the route is totally on asphalt.

Route type: loop
Length: 28 km
Height difference in ascent: 70 m
Height difference on descent: 70 m
Highest point: 265 m
Lowest point: 238 m
Type of surface: asphalt

Technical tips:
Considering the ups and downs of the route (though rare and easy), a bicycle with gears is recommended.

Municipality of departure: Buguggiate
Place of departure: Buguggiate
Municipality of arrival: Buguggiate
Place of arrival: Buguggiate

Recommended period:
all year round Increased crowding in the afternoon on holidays, especially at the Schiranna Lido.

Where to park:
Tigros Supermarket parking lot on Via Verdi in Buguggiate.

Useful links:
http://www.vareselandoftourism.com/pista-ciclabile-lago-di-varese