Bormio is located in a delightful valley in the Rhaetian Alps in Lombardy, at an altitude of 1225 metres above sea level. It is the most well-known tourist destination in Alta Valtellina, especially for its thermal baths. A walk through the old town centre in a magical atmosphere will reveal the remnants of its legendary past, as a County and Magnificent Land.
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EXPERIENCE THE AREA
The Bormio Baths are located in an area full of nature, culture and history. It is also full of countless impressive activities you can try.
- Cantine del Braulio: to fully savour the true aromatic essence of the Valtellina territory, the legendary Bormio bitter has been made here since 1857.
- City Tour: walk through the historic streets of Bormio in search of its beauties while accompanied by an expert tour guide.
- Castle Tour: learn about the history of Valtellina by visiting its most beautiful castles, a real trail that visits no less than eight municipalities.
SPORT IN VALTELLINA
Immerse yourself in the vast splendid valleys of Valtellina and explore unique landscapes, where Alpine water has been flowing among the rocks for years, carving out a natural paradise of colours and flavours. Here are the most picturesque itineraries:
- Reit foothills, for a peaceful walk in the mountains.
- Cancano Lakes in Val di Fraele, in the municipality of Valdidentro.
- Val Viola (Alta Valtellina), an itinerary full of great scenic beauty that can be reached by car from Arnoga.
- Val di Rezzalo, one of the most interesting valleys in Alta Valtellina.
THE MOST SCENIC ROUTES
Retrace the iconic paths of Bagni di Bormio Monumental Park for an invigorating walk in nature where you can admire unique places steeped in history:
- Fonte S.Carlo or Degli Occhi, a fountain characterised for its ochre-coloured water, used as eye drops in thee past.
- Fonte Pliniana, historically used as a drink to cure swelling, owes its name to Pliny the Elder, the first author to mention the Bormio Baths.
- Castellanella, an industrial plant dating back to 1873 for the production of mineral water from the Pliniana spring.
- Sasso Garibaldi, the point from which Garibaldi set off in 1859, leading the assault against the Habsburgs to liberate the Bagni Vecchi.
