Between nature, history, and spectacular landscapes, Monte San Giorgio is a unique destination, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for the extraordinary richness of its fossils.
The route starts from Besano and winds through the woods to Rio Ponticelli Park, a fascinating place where ancient discoveries reveal the life of millions of years ago, while a panoramic terrace offers a breathtaking view of Lake Ceresio.

The trail continues towards the former oil shale mines, a testament to the area’s industrial past and to the research that led to the discovery of the precious fossils now preserved in museums.
Along paths surrounded by greenery and with views of the surrounding mountains, the itinerary ends in Besano with a visit to the Fossil Museum, home to the famous Besanosaurus, one of the most fascinating discoveries from Monte San Giorgio.

A journey through time, where every step reveals a new story hidden among rocks, forests, and timeless landscapes.

Experience in the surroundings: Insubrico Museum of Natural History in Clivio, Museo Civico dei Fossili di Besano, Monte San Giorgio (Switzerland), Lago di Lugano (Ceresio)

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