Brunate and Capanna Carla: A Short Walk and a View over Como
This guide is part of UTLAC's The Area section and is intended for those arriving at Lake Como to race, accompany an athlete, or turn the event into an opportunity to discover the area with their family.
Brunate is one of the classic names in the Como landscape, but paired with Capanna Carla it becomes even more interesting for UTLAC: it is where city, lake, and mountain meet within a small radius. This makes it perfect for anyone wishing to experience the event with reasonable logistics without giving up a real view.
The walk toward Capanna Carla adds just the right amount of movement: enough to feel immersed in the area, but not so demanding as to exclude most spectators. It is a very strong combination from a photographic point of view as well.
At a glance
| Location | Brunate – Capanna Carla |
| Area | Above Como |
| Access | Mixed access: convenient village, final section on foot |
| Type | Viewpoint / hiking point |
| Ideal for | Active families, views, city-and-mountain pairing |
| Map | Open the location in Google Maps |
What to see and do
- the view over Como and the first basin
- the possibility of combining Brunate village with a short hike
- the routes that introduce the Triangolo Lariano
Trails, views, and nearby places
- visit the Faro Voltiano
- combine the stop with the city of Como
- ideally continue toward the trails of the Triangolo Lariano
Local flavors
Here, the food is decidedly Alpine: polenta, braised beef, alpine cheeses, cured meats, honey, chestnuts, and mushrooms are the most natural references. On race days, it is best to choose simple places with local cuisine and a more relaxed pace than on the lakeshore.
Art, culture, and local identity
Brunate is a historic place in Lario tourism, known for its funicular, villas, views, and very close relationship with Como. The Capanna Carla area adds a true hiking dimension to this more urban character.
How to experience it during UTLAC
It is one of the smartest stops for active families: easy to reach, scenic, and dynamic enough to make the race feel part of a light but authentic mountain setting.
Where to stay nearby
For accommodation, both the Como branch and the options on the Where to stay page are useful. For those wanting a lake base, the Carate Urio area can make sense.