Visit San Maurizio

Visit San Maurizio · Above Como

Discover the Lake Como
locals keep for themselves.

7 minutes above Como · A different Italy

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Just 7 minutes from Como.
A whole world higher.

Cool mountain air. Panoramic views over Lake Como. The Italian rituals locals still keep — to taste, to walk, to cook, to linger. No crowds. No package. No fixed schedule.

7 min
By funicular from Como
5–7°C
Cooler than the lakeside
4
Local experiences to mix
∞
Combine all or pick just one
The 4 Local Experiences

Taste · Discover · Cook · Savour

01 · Taste
La Polenteria
Local mountain dishes, paiolo, pizzoccheri
02 · Discover
Volta Lighthouse
Free landmark — pair with any experience
03 · Cook
Gnocchi w/ Gina
Cooking class, recipe to take home
04 · Savour
MamaGina Terrace
Lunch, aperitivo or dinner with the view
01 · Taste

A Table at La Polenteria

Your host: Giulia

Authentic mountain cooking from this corner of the Alps. Don’t miss the Sagra of Polenta & Pizzoccheri — the typical local festival of the Valtellina, with both dishes in one tasting. Summery light options too. Homemade pasta, handmade dolci, local amari to close.

  • Sagra of Polenta & Pizzoccheri — typical local festival
  • Other authentic Valtellina dishes
  • Light summer options
  • Open Friday, Saturday & Sunday — lunch and dinner
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02 · Discover

Pair it with the Volta Lighthouse

Free public landmark · about two hundred metres from the Volta Lighthouse

The Faro is public — anyone can walk up. That’s actually the point: it makes every experience around it better. A short passeggiata after lunch at La Polenteria. A view break between the gnocchi class and your table. A sunset stroll before aperitivo on the terrace. A few steps from the table, and the whole horizon as reward.

  • Free landmark, no booking needed
  • A short walk from both our restaurants
  • Perfect pairing with any other experience
  • Best at golden hour, just before aperitivo
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03 · Cook

Gnocchi cooking class with Gina

With Gina, founder of MamaGina · 2h experience

The best souvenir from Italy isn’t something you buy. It’s a recipe. Roll authentic local gnocchi side by side with Gina — the very recipe her mother taught her, the one that gave MamaGina its name. Choose your sauce. Eat what you made. Take the recipe home for life.

  • Recipe passed down from her mother
  • Hands-on, side by side with Gina
  • Choose your sauce + eat what you made
  • Day-by-day booking available
BOOK THE COOKING CLASS →
04 · Savour

A Table on the MamaGina Terrace

Lunch · Aperitivo · Dinner — with the view

Whichever moment you choose — a long lunch, a sunset spritz with tagliere, or a slow dinner — the terrace is yours. Layered mountains rolling into the lake, the panorama Como below simply does not have. Stay as long as you wish. The park is a short walk away, if you feel like another view.

  • Lunch · Aperitivo · Dinner on the terrace
  • Mountain-into-lake view (better than Como)
  • Sunset spritz + tagliere are the local favourite
  • Free shuttle back to funicular included
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How to reach us

  • 🚗 Free Private ParkingOn site at San Maurizio. Drive directly up.
  • 🚡 By Funicular — 7 minFrom Piazza Cavour, Como. Historic 19th-century line.
  • 🚐 Complimentary ShuttleReserve any experience → we collect you at Brunate Funicular and drive you back.
  • 🌡️ 5–7°C CoolerAll summer long. Escape the heat at lake level.
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Last-minute & Flexibility

⚡ Last-Minute Welcome

Cooking class with Gina can be reserved day-by-day. A free evening tomorrow? Message us today and we’ll make it happen.

🎯 Mix & Match

Not a package. Book a table. Or just the cooking class. Or sunset aperitivo. Or all of them — in any order. Every experience stands on its own.

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FAQ

How long does the full experience take?
Anywhere from 1.5 hours (just lunch or just aperitivo) to 5+ hours (full afternoon: lunch + walk + cooking class + sunset). It’s entirely up to you — every experience works on its own.
Is it kid-friendly?
Yes — every experience is welcoming for children. MamaGina has plenty of room and a warm, family atmosphere; La Polenteria is relaxed and spacious. The cooking class with Gina is lovely for kids — hands in dough is universally fun. Volta Lighthouse is a short, easy walk.
Do I need a car?
No. The funicular from Como takes 7 minutes. If you book any experience, our complimentary shuttle picks you up at Brunate Funicular Station and brings you back. Driving up is also possible — free private parking.
How far in advance should I book?
For dinner or aperitivo on weekends, 2–3 days ahead is best. The cooking class with Gina can be reserved day-by-day, even the morning of.
What languages do you speak?
Italian and English. The cooking class is naturally hands-on — language follows the dough.
Is there really a view?
Yes — both from the MamaGina terrace and from Volta Lighthouse, you’ll see Lake Como with the mountains layered behind it. It’s a different perspective than the one from Como city below.
What if it rains?
La Polenteria and MamaGina are fully indoor. The terrace has covered sections. The walk to Volta Lighthouse is short — three minutes — and the lighthouse itself shelters the view. Rain rarely cancels the afternoon.
Your Visual Guide

See it first — then plan your afternoon.

A short guide that walks you through every detail: how to reach us, what each experience really feels like, and how the pieces fit together. Watch before you book — so you arrive knowing exactly what awaits you above Como.

🗺️ The RouteFrom Como funicular to San Maurizio — step by step.
🍽️ The ExperiencesEach of the 4 moments, shown not just described.
💡 Insider TipsBest timing, what to bring, how to mix & match.

Not a package.
A real local afternoon.

Tell us which experience you’d love. We’ll arrange every detail for you.

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