Naviglio Grande

The Naviglio Grande was born as a defensive structure towards the beginning of the 12th century but it took another hundred years before it was transformed into a navigable waterway and reached Milan near Porta Ticinese. The Naviglio soon became a fundamental connection to Milan, goods of all kinds traveled along it. The marble for the construction of the Cathedral also arrived from the quarry on Lake Maggiore in Milan following the course of the Naviglio Grande. Today the transport barges have been replaced by the canoes of enthusiasts while a cycle/pedestrian path that runs along the embankment connects Milan and Abbiategrasso allowing pedestrians and cyclists a bit of fun while avoiding traffic.

Bike path suitable for everyone in some places too crowded

Beautiful cycle path that allows you to get to the center of Milan without motorized vehicle traffic. It should be taken calmly, enjoying it, because the presence of so many people on foot or by bike does not allow high speeds.