Faro Voltiano di Brunate

About the venue

The Faro Voltiano di Brunate is a historic lighthouse located on Monte Tre Croci in Brunate, overlooking Lake Como. Built in 1927 to commemorate the centenary of Alessandro Volta's death, it stands 29 meters high with an octagonal structure. Visitors can climb an internal spiral staircase of 143 steps to reach its balconies, which offer breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Como, the Alps, and sometimes even the Duomo of Milan on clear days. At night, the lantern emits alternating green, white, and red beams, symbolizing the Italian flag and visible from up to 50 kilometers away. The lighthouse is a prominent tourist attraction, accessible by car or via the funicular from Como, followed by a walk.