How do I get from Como to Brunate?

Take the train at any station in Lombardy and get off at Como. A 5-minute walk from Como Lago station you will find the funicular that will take you to Brunate, where a picturesque village awaits you with a unique view of the city of Como and its lake as well as the possibility of reaching the Voltiano Lighthouse.



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The Como–Brunate funicular (Italian: Funicolare Como-Brunate) is a funicular railway that connects the city of Como with the village of Brunate in Lombardy, Italy. The line has operated since 1894, and is used by both tourists and local residents.

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The 143-step spiral staircase within winds up to the top terrace. If you wish to reach Brunate on foot, through the woods, there are two hikes from Como, one runs alongside the cable car and the other passes by the Hermitage of San Donato, founded by the Benedictines in the fifteenth century.

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Is there a direct train from Como San Giovanni to Florence? No, there are no direct train services from Como San Giovanni to Florence. Travelling from Como San Giovanni to Florence by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

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The funicular operates every day from 6.00 am to 10.30 pm except on Christmas, when reduced hours apply from 8.00 am to 12.00 pm. On Saturdays and during the summer period you can also make the journey under the stars, until midnight.

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5.5 Euros (return) is good value for a climb of over 500 metres to have great views of Como and the lake. The cable car can be rather crowded though. Funicular is very nice when up to make sure you walk in to town see some of the churches and buy souvenirs. Train carts are hot not much ac but the view is great.

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In general, with the exception of the Como area, swimming is possible in most of the lake. But be careful, because swimming in Lake Como is not without risk, mainly for two reasons: the water temperature is generally lower than that of the sea, and if you dive when it is very hot outside, your body may suffer.

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Take a ride on the legendary Bernina Express through unforgettable scenery and journey to the incredible Italian paradise of Lake Como on this rail vacation.

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It connects Como to the town of Brunate every 30 minutes until midnight. The trip will only last 7 minutes and it will reach the maximum allowed gradient, which is 55%. The fee is really small, only 3 euro for a single journey and 5,50 euro for a round trip.

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The cable car was completely overhauled and renewed in 2011. A ticket costs 7.90 euros per person including bike (as of 2017). Operating times : As a rule, the cable cars run every 30 Minutes.

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