Parco dei Colli di Bergamo – Lombardy: hilly nature, history and paths on the outskirts of the city. The Parco dei Colli di Bergamo extends for over 4,700 hectares around the city, embracing the hills that surround it. It is one of the largest green areas in northern Italy in the urban area, where woods, meadows, crops, ancient villages and religious testimonies alternate. A harmonious landscape, rich in biodiversity and easily accessible. 🌿 Woods, pastures and widespread biodiversity: The park is home to a mosaic of environments: chestnut groves, beech forests, permanent meadows and family gardens coexist with wetlands and agricultural areas. The fauna is varied, with roe deer, foxes, birds of prey, amphibians and numerous species of birds that find refuge among the foliage and clearings. 👉 Tip: Explore the area between Valmarina and Colle Maresana: an accessible and scenic route, surrounded by greenery. 🚶 Hilly paths and viewpoints: A dense network of paths connects Bergamo Alta to the ridges of the park, up to Monte Canto Alto, Val d'Astino and the villages of Sorisole and Ponteranica. The routes pass through woods, cultivated areas and small rural settlements. 👉 Tip: Take the path that leads from Astino to the church of San Vigilio: short, suggestive and with a splendid view of Bergamo and the plain. ⛰️ Silent hills a stone's throw from the center: The park is an easy walk from Bergamo Alta, making it ideal for short daily excursions. The small differences in height allow you to tackle walks suitable for all ages, with views that change at every turn. 👉 Tip: Start from the village of Longuelo and head up towards the Astino Valley: the traditional agricultural landscape and organic crops make the environment unique. 🏛️ Historical places and monastic testimonies: The territory preserves numerous signs of religious and agricultural presence: the Monastery of Astino, the Valmarina (now home to the park), ancient farmhouses, mule tracks and terraced crops tell of centuries of rural life on the outskirts of the city. 👉 Tip: Visit the monastic complex of Astino and take part in one of the seasonal exhibitions or events organized in the restored spaces. 🚴 Bike routes between nature and hilly villages: The park is crossed by cycle paths that connect inhabited centers, agricultural areas and nature trails. They are ideal for those who want to explore the area by bike, passing from historic villages to regenerating woods. 👉 Tip: Follow the cycle path that connects Ponteranica, Sorisole and Villa d'Almè: a quiet route with rural views and refreshment points along the way. The Parco dei Colli di Bergamo is a green setting that accompanies the city, guardian of ancient stories and everyday landscapes to be rediscovered step by step.