[2025 Como Attraction] Travel Guide for Funicolare Como-Brunate (Updated Apr)

🏖️Must-Visit Attractions: Are you ready for a visual feast? When it comes to Como, the first thing that might come to mind is the picturesque scenery of lakes and mountains. But today, I will take you beyond this beauty! Located in the northern part of Italy, the small town of Como hides a pathway to the clouds—the Como-Brunate Funicular. It not only connects the bustling town at the foot of the mountain with the tranquility at the top but is also one of the best ways to overlook Lake Como. 🌄Travel Guide: 📍Address: Via IV Novembre, 6, 22100 Como CO, Italy ⏰Opening Hours: Generally from 9 AM to 7 PM, but the exact times may vary depending on the season. 👣As you step into the town of Como, you will be captivated by its leisurely atmosphere. Unintentionally, you might discover this small funicular station. A one-way ticket costs only 5 euros, offering great value for money! Before boarding, why not take a break at a café at the foot of the mountain, enjoy an authentic Italian coffee or a drink to add some charm to your upcoming aerial journey. As the funicular slowly ascends, the scenery before your eyes becomes increasingly spectacular. Whether it's the winding mountain roads or the shimmering lake surface, it is all breathtaking. Upon reaching the top, you can continue exploring higher places by taking a bus, where a reasonably priced restaurant awaits you! 🏨Accommodation Guide: Staying in the town of Como is a great choice. Not only does it make it more convenient to experience local life, but you can also enjoy the beauty of the first rays of sunlight shining on the lake in the morning. It is recommended to stay near the city center, making it convenient for shopping or going to the funicular station. 💗Other Tips: - If you are a photography enthusiast, remember to bring your camera, as every corner here is worth capturing. - The temperature at the top of the mountain will be lower than at the foot, so remember to bring a jacket. - It is best to avoid peak times on weekends and holidays to avoid long queues. - Don't forget to taste the local cuisine at the restaurant on the top of the mountain; the flavors will leave you with unforgettable memories!

#2024WishEvent We head towards the village of Brunate, which has a wonderful view across the lake, by "Funicolare" and up the mountain. Not satisfied with the "amazing view", we decided to venture even higher, to the village of "S.Maurizio" and the "Faro Voltiano - Volta Lighthouse". But the walk was too steep for us, so we opted for the "shuttle" - which turned out to be hanging on the back of an ex-army jeep for life. Well, it's a really cool ride. Scary and fun at the same time. :)

A pleasant visit. Funicolare Como-Brunate ride was included in IVOL pass. It was €6,60 for return ticket without the pass. There’s a shuttle bus service available to go to and from the lighthouse. We chose to walk there and it took around 30mins. The view up there was spectacular! Took the shuttle bus for going downhill to catch the funicular and the ride was also covered by IVOL pass! #visit_to_como

The Como Brunate funicular or funicolare is a fun cable car ride that brings you to the top of Lake como, on the hill side. This cable car was first opened in 1894 and has been operating since then till now. It's mind blown how this cable car of such long history can be so well maintained and is still in excellent workable condition. The cable car ride is not very long and as it makes its ascend, you can slowly see the view from up high. I was even more amazed with the beautiful scenery when we finally reached the hilltops. You can see the little colourful houses that lined the area and as it was evening time, we get to admire the wonderful sunset on the hills. This is a sight to remember and why not take the cable car up? It's another way of experiencing Lake Como and it was a memorable time for me. #tripblazers