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Sports Tourism Lombardy

The different landscapes of this area of ​​Lombardy allow every sportsman to experiment with different disciplines

The current section will help you plan an active vacation with numerous suggestions for practising sports. Mountains, plains, lakes, and inspiring trails await for visitors who are eager to explore Lombardy. 

Our guide will propose enough tourism soutions to guarantee a lively yet relaxing sojourn. This corner of Northern Italy boasts an extraordinarily varied landscape that will allow you to engage in several sports disciplines such as climbing at Adamello, rafting at the Adda river or mountain bike in dedicated cycling paths. 

Lake Como gives you the chance to go kitesurfing, windsurfing and sail on a boat. During wintertime, the Alps are the ideal background for having fun among the snow and choosing to use the ski resorts of Bormio, Livigno, Madesimo and Piani di Bobbio. Just grab a pair of skis and start gliding on the Region's snowy lanes. 

Those who seek for a more relaxed pace, Pavia and Lodi are perfect for staying in the countryside between farmhouses and rice paddies. Treat yourselves to a pleasant bicycle or horseback ride while admiring the surrounding scenery.

Let us assist you in finding a hotel that is suited to practice your favorite sports. Tourism in Lombardy opens many posibilities to enjoy its natural spaces and activities.

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