Description of the attraction
Lake Endine, about 6 km long, is the most prominent attraction in the Cavallina Valley in the province of Bergamo. The waters of this lake, as well as the neighboring tiny Lake Guiano, reflect the magnificent surrounding landscape and coastal villages of Spinone al Lago, notable for its Romanesque church of San Pietro, Monasterolo del Castello with a medieval castle with a park, Ranzanico with the Temple of San Bernardino, Endine San Gaiano with the Church Giorgio and other small settlements.
Rich in its wildlife, nestled among thickets of reeds, Lake Endine is famous for the abundance of wonderful water lilies. It is also popular with countless fishermen - a variety of fish species are found in the waters of the lake, which are not intimidated by motor boats. One can only move around the lake by ordinary boats, canoes or catamarans. And the lake has long attracted nature lovers and natural scientists - it is known for its biological phenomenon of seasonal movement of gray toads. In especially harsh winters, the waters of the Endine freeze, creating an unusual landscape for such low altitudes (only 350 meters above sea level). The calm and serene atmosphere of the lake, together with the serene landscapes, make it a great place to relax.
In the vicinity of Endine, tourists can find a wide variety of recreational opportunities. For example, the Valpredina Nature Reserve is located near the village of Cenate Sopra, and the village of Trescore Balneario is famous for its thermal spa complex San Pancrazio and Villa Suardi, painted with frescoes by Lorenzo Lotto. In Luzzana, it is worth visiting the Alberto Meli Museum of Contemporary Art, in Casazza - the Museum of the Cavallina Valley, and in Bianzano - the medieval castle of Suardis. The surroundings of the village of Entratico attract with the Buca del Corno Grotto grotto. Finally, in Monasterolo del Castello, the Fisherman's House-Museum deserves attention.
