Discover Bonate Sopra: History and Landscape

Bonate Sopra: Extensive Glacial Landscape and Local History

Bonate Sopra features an extensive flat landscape that was formed during the Würm glaciation by meltwater from glacier tongues. East of the settlement, the Lesina stream flows through the Bonate Sopra area.

Historic Buildings, Materials and Preserved Courtyards in the Town Centre

Various architectural forms and materials have been preserved in the historic centre of Bonate Sopra. The parish church of Santa Maria Assunta has been documented in Bonate Sopra since the 9th century. Other buildings feature herringbone masonry made of river pebbles, reinforced with sandstone blocks. The Casaforte Prezzati is a fortified 14th-century house with loopholes. Its portal is made of Mapello stone. Palazzo Maggioni is a former Baroque monastery from the 17th century. Numerous courtyards have also been preserved. Their structure recalls the original storage of „stami“, agricultural tools or a wine press. The preserved courtyard structures also include threshing floors as well as large areas for processing and storing wine. For those interested in culture, the herringbone masonry, Casaforte Prezzati, Palazzo Maggioni and the preserved courtyards are among Bonate Sopra’s distinctive local features.

San Geminiano: Rural Church, Chapel and Archaeological Site

The Chiesetta di San Geminiano is a rural church on the right bank of the Brembo. An archaeological site is located beside the Chiesetta and can be reached via a flat unpaved path. This path can also be used by people with reduced mobility, preferably accompanied. Access to the Chiesetta di San Geminiano is free of charge. In the parish chapel of Ghiaie di Bonate, the Diocese of Bergamo approved the veneration of „Maria Regina della Famiglia“.

Filagosto Festival: Music, Cuisine and Craft Breweries

The Filagosto Festival is an independent music festival that has been held since 2003. The festival includes an in-house kitchen and a selection of the best craft breweries from the Bergamo area. The festival is associated with the Area Feste at Via Risorgimento, 24040 Bonate Sopra (BG).

Mercato Agricolo: Date and Location in 2026

The Mercato Agricolo di Bonate Sopra takes place on the fourth Saturday of months with five Saturdays. In 2026, products can be purchased at this market at Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II in Bonate Sopra. When planning a market visit, the monthly calendar with five Saturdays is therefore relevant.

Roncola di Treviolo–Bonate Sopra: Cycling and Walking Route

The Roncola di Treviolo–Bonate Sopra route is designated as a combined cycling and walking route. It is designated for mountain bikes, gravel bikes, touring bikes and city bikes.

More Destinations

For further travel planning, you can also discover Cene, Pontida, Malpaga, Almenno San Salvatore, Cassiglio, Borgo Di Terzo, Adrara San Rocco and Verdellino.

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