Val Cavallina – Lombardy: nature, villages and hills between Lake Endine and the Bergamo Pre-Alps. The Val Cavallina extends from Casazza to Trescore Balneario, following the course of the Cherio river and embracing a varied landscape, made up of cultivated hills, small lakes and slopes that rise towards the Orobie Prealps. It is a discreet valley, ideal for those looking for contact with nature, good food and authentic places away from the most popular tourist routes. 🏞️ Lake Endine and outdoor activities: Lake Endine, the natural heart of the valley, is surrounded by paths and secondary roads that invite you to walk, cycle or stop along the shore. The calm waters reflect the contours of the hills and create a relaxing atmosphere in any season. 👉 Tip: Walk along the path that surrounds the lake: easy and well maintained, it is also perfect for a family walk or a day of cycling. 🏘️ Villages and hidden art: The villages of the Val Cavallina preserve frescoed churches, medieval castles, historic residences and testimonies of Bergamo's sacred art. Bianzano is one of the most evocative villages, with its castle overlooking the lake, while Gaverina Terme and Spinone al Lago offer quiet, paths and picturesque views. 👉 Tip: Visit the Parish Church of San Pietro in Spinone al Lago: a small Romanesque jewel surrounded by greenery and silence. 🌿 Parks, forests and reserves: The valley is crossed by naturalistic areas and hilly woods that preserve an interesting biodiversity. The Montecchio Park and Monte Ballerino offer short but scenic trails, ideal for light hikes and observation of the rural landscape. 👉 Tip: In spring, go up to the Suardi Castle in Trescore Balneario and combine the walk with a visit to the Suardi Chapel, frescoed by Lorenzo Lotto. 🥘 Local cuisine and local products: The gastronomy of Val Cavallina is simple and genuine: homemade cured meats, alpine cheeses, olive oil produced on the hills and local wines. In the restaurants you can find typical Bergamo dishes such as polenta, scarpinòcc and rustic desserts of the peasant tradition. 👉 Tip: Stop at a trattoria overlooking the lake to try handmade casoncelli and aged cheeses served with local honey. Val Cavallina is an interweaving of landscape and memory, where every curve reveals a new profile between water, stone and hill. A corner of Lombardy to be experienced calmly and carefully.