Edolo
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Latest page update: 26 May 2025
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By: Dion Protani
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Where to Stay
Where to Stay in Edolo
Edolo has a modest hotel offering, reflecting its role as a gateway to the upper Camonica Valley and the Adamello ski area. The best-reviewed options focus on convenience, comfortable facilities and easy access to both the town centre and nearby mountain routes.
Hotel Edolo is one of the most established choices, appreciated for its central position, welcoming atmosphere and reliable comfort for short and mid-length stays (€€). Hotel Iscla, close to local services, offers a practical alternative with traditional hospitality, clean rooms and positive feedback from guests using Edolo as a base for onward travel (€€). For those seeking broader facilities nearby, Blu Hotel Acquaseria in Ponte di Legno provides spa services, spacious communal areas and consistently strong guest satisfaction, making it a popular choice in the wider area (€€€).
Hotel Edolo is one of the most established choices, appreciated for its central position, welcoming atmosphere and reliable comfort for short and mid-length stays (€€). Hotel Iscla, close to local services, offers a practical alternative with traditional hospitality, clean rooms and positive feedback from guests using Edolo as a base for onward travel (€€). For those seeking broader facilities nearby, Blu Hotel Acquaseria in Ponte di Legno provides spa services, spacious communal areas and consistently strong guest satisfaction, making it a popular choice in the wider area (€€€).
Where is
Where is Edolo?
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A mountain town in the Lombardy region, Edolo is located in the province of Brescia. With a population of 4,383 in 2025, the town covers 89 km² and sits at an elevation of 720 metres.
Key highlights include the Giant Bench (Panchina Gigante) and the Chiesa Santa Maria. It is located approximately 100 km northeast of Brescia, the provincial capital. |
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Comune di Edolo
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Province: Brescia
Region: Lombardy Population: 4,383 (in 2024 - source) Size: 89 km² Elevation: 720 metres Highlights: Giant Bench (Panchina Gigante), Chiesa Santa Maria Close by: Vezza d'Oglio, Temù, Aprica, Ponte di Legno, Tirano Recommended hotel: Albergo Miramonti |
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Edolo is a mountain town in the province of Brescia, set in the upper Val Camonica at the point where the valley divides towards the Tonale Pass and the Aprica Pass. Surrounded by the Adamello and Orobie Alps, it occupies a strategic position that has long made it a key crossroads in the central Alps. The settlement combines a historic centre with modern facilities serving both residents and visitors.
The town is noted for the Parish Church of Santa Maria Nascente and the Church of San Giovanni Battista, as well as its links to the University of Milan through a campus dedicated to mountain studies. Its location makes it a base for exploring the surrounding valleys, with hiking, cycling, and winter sports available nearby. Road and rail connections link Edolo with Brescia to the south, while routes northwards continue over the Tonale towards Trentino and westwards over the Aprica towards Valtellina.
The town is noted for the Parish Church of Santa Maria Nascente and the Church of San Giovanni Battista, as well as its links to the University of Milan through a campus dedicated to mountain studies. Its location makes it a base for exploring the surrounding valleys, with hiking, cycling, and winter sports available nearby. Road and rail connections link Edolo with Brescia to the south, while routes northwards continue over the Tonale towards Trentino and westwards over the Aprica towards Valtellina.
Things to Do
Things to Do in Edolo
- Piazza Martiri della Libertà: The central square of Edolo serves as the heart of local life, surrounded by cafés, shops, and public buildings. The square is often used for markets and events, and features a monument commemorating the town’s history. Its open layout and mountain backdrop make it a lively but scenic space to begin exploring the town.
- Chiesa di San Giovanni Battista: This parish church, rebuilt in the 18th century, has a neoclassical façade and an interior decorated with stuccoes and altarpieces. It stands on the site of an earlier medieval church and remains a central place of worship. The bell tower is one of the tallest structures in the town and offers a point of orientation.
- Via Sarentino and the Historic Quarter: The older part of Edolo includes stone houses, narrow lanes, and fountains typical of Alpine towns in the upper Valcamonica. Walking through this quarter reveals traces of medieval and rural life, including courtyards once used for communal work and storage.
- Mountain Trails and Passes: Edolo is surrounded by accessible mountain routes, including trails that lead to Passo dell’Aprica and Passo del Mortirolo, both popular with walkers and cyclists. These routes offer panoramic views over the valley and access to alpine meadows, making Edolo a base for outdoor activity in all seasons.
- Day Trip to Tirano: Less than an hour away by car or train, Tirano is the departure point for the Bernina Express and home to the Santuario della Madonna di Tirano. Visitors can explore the historic centre, enjoy local Valtellina cuisine, or continue on a scenic rail journey through the Alps into Switzerland.
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Edolo Tours and Activities
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How to Get to Edolo
By Rail: Edolo has its own train station at the northern end of the Brescia–Iseo–Edolo line, operated by Trenord. From Brescia, the journey takes around 2 hours and 20 minutes, with connections available at Iseo and other towns along Lake Iseo. The station is located within walking distance of the town centre.
By Road: Edolo is situated in the upper Camonica Valley, at the junction leading towards both Passo del Tonale and Aprica. From Brescia, the distance is about 100 kilometres, taking around 2 hours via the SS42 road. From Milan, the journey is approximately 145 kilometres with a driving time of just under 3 hours. Public car parks are available close to the centre and near the station.
Nearest International Airports:
By Road: Edolo is situated in the upper Camonica Valley, at the junction leading towards both Passo del Tonale and Aprica. From Brescia, the distance is about 100 kilometres, taking around 2 hours via the SS42 road. From Milan, the journey is approximately 145 kilometres with a driving time of just under 3 hours. Public car parks are available close to the centre and near the station.
Nearest International Airports:
- Milan Bergamo Airport (Orio al Serio): Located about 110 kilometres from Edolo, with a drive of around 2 hours and 15 minutes. This is the nearest major airport, with frequent international and domestic services.
- Verona Villafranca Airport: Approximately 140 kilometres away, with a journey time of about 2 hours and 30 minutes by car. A practical choice for European routes.
- Milan Linate Airport: Around 155 kilometres from Edolo, taking just under 3 hours by car. Offers a wide range of flights within Europe.
Private Transfers
Edolo Private Transfers
A private transfer is the most straightforward way to travel to or from Edolo, providing a direct service without the need to organise train or bus connections through the mountains. You’ll be collected from your chosen location and driven by a local, professional driver, ensuring a smooth and comfortable journey.
From Edolo, the nearest hub is Brescia city centre, which can be reached in around 1 hour 40 minutes (approx. 95 kilometres). Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport is about 1 hour 50 minutes away (approx. 105 kilometres). Milan Linate Airport can be reached in around 2 hours 15 minutes (approx. 140 kilometres), while Milan Malpensa Airport is roughly 2 hours 40 minutes (approx. 170 kilometres). For those heading towards Lake Iseo, a transfer to Lovere takes around 1 hour (approx. 55 kilometres).
To request a quote or check availability for a private transfer, just fill out the short form below and we’ll get back to you with all the details.
From Edolo, the nearest hub is Brescia city centre, which can be reached in around 1 hour 40 minutes (approx. 95 kilometres). Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport is about 1 hour 50 minutes away (approx. 105 kilometres). Milan Linate Airport can be reached in around 2 hours 15 minutes (approx. 140 kilometres), while Milan Malpensa Airport is roughly 2 hours 40 minutes (approx. 170 kilometres). For those heading towards Lake Iseo, a transfer to Lovere takes around 1 hour (approx. 55 kilometres).
To request a quote or check availability for a private transfer, just fill out the short form below and we’ll get back to you with all the details.
