Corenno Plinio

Dervio – Lecco

Corenno Plinio: enchanting medieval hamlet on the eastern branch of Lake Como

Corenno Plinio is a small and charming medieval settlement just few minutes far from just minutes from Dervio.
It is an enchanted place, a real gem of Lake Como: walking through its narrow streets and along the stairs built in the rocks, from the castle to the lake, it is impossible not to be charmed by this small hamlet that sweats history in every corner.

The name itself, Corenno Plinio, means history of ancient times, thanks to the Roman consul Caio Plinio il Vecchio, born in Como and invested public officer by the Emperor Vespasian, who loved this small hamlet, mirrored in the lake Lecco.

Come to visit Corenno Plinio, a fortified village built into the rocks, walk through its narrow streets among old houses, under porticos and along the thousands of its steps. Keep you welcomed by the medieval castle and then reach the lake.

Take a step back in time and imagine a past rich in events that still seem emerge from the walls. A place almost unknown to most, and for this reason so unique and unforgettable. Don’t miss Corenno Plinio!

Visit Corenno Plinio: things to see

Corenno Plinio was born on a promontory near Dervio on the eastern branch of Lake Como. In Corenno you may see:

the medieval castle, built in the fourteenth century by the Andreani’s family, owner of the castle and liege lord since 1277 thanks to the Archbishop of Milano Ottone Visconti.
The castle was built on the remains of Roman foundations and has an irregular but almost square shape.
It was built not for residential purpose but as a safe place for the inhabitants in case of attack by invaders. Still visible and well maintained the walls and two towers: a square one on the north side and a C shape one on the south side, that is also the entrance of the castle, in piazza Garibaldi.
the church of Saint Thomas of Canterbury, close to the castle

Corenno Plinio: prices 2026

To maintain and preserve the historical, artistic, and cultural heritage of the Corenno Plinio Monumental Complex, it was necessary to find forms of economic support from visitors. Therefore, starting from June 4, 2022, anyone wishing to visit the Complex will be required to pay an entrance fee for the entire day, every day of the year, without distinction of time. Those who do not possess a receipt of payment will have to pay a surcharge of €10.

You can pay the fee at the Ticket Office on Via Garibaldi during the opening hours of the information point, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Alternatively, you can use the automatic ticket machine at the Ticket Office.

Regular admission: €4.
Reduced admission: for children aged between 10 and 18 years; groups of a minimum of 20 people at a price of €3 per person.
Annual pass: personal and non-transferable ticket, including admission to the Orezia tower, valid for twelve months from the date of issue, available at the ticket office for €20.
Free admission:
- Children under the age of ten.
- Residents of the municipalities of Dervio, Dorio, Sueglio, and Valvarrone.
- Individuals or legal entities, and their representatives or delegates, who own properties in Corenno Plinio or hold rights that allow enjoyment thereof.
- Individuals who need to visit the aforementioned properties for service or hospitality reasons.
- Owners of productive or commercial activities and accommodation facilities in Corenno Plinio and their employees.
- Guests of accommodation facilities in Corenno Plinio.
- Students and teachers from schools of all levels in the Municipality of Dervio and Valvarrone.
- Non-residents engaged in professional or voluntary activities in the village of Corenno, limited to the exercise of their functions.
- Teachers and guides/escort of school groups.
- Disabled individuals with a disability card and their accompanying persons, up to one per disabled person.
- Officially authorized tour guides, limited to the exercise of their profession.
- Tourist interpreters supporting guides, upon presentation of the relevant delegation or license, limited to the exercise of their profession.

Is it possible to enter Corenno Plinio Castle?

The Castle is privately owned, but, thanks to an agreement with the City Administration, it is open to the public five days a year with guided tours.
Guided tours are available by reservation only at the Infopoint in Dervio (open daily from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Tel. +39 0341 040021 / Email: ufficioturistico.dervio@gmail.com.
For more information on opening dates and reservations, please contact the Infopoint in Dervio.
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