Easter Monday, known in Italy as Pasquetta, is traditionally a day for short trips and outdoor gatherings. In the Bergamo countryside, it becomes an opportunity to discover a landscape rich in history, villages and historic residences that are not always open during the year. On this special spring day, a network of castles, medieval towns and historic buildings welcomes visitors across the Lombard plain, offering a cultural alternative to the usual countryside picnic.
What to do in Bergamo on Easter Monday
Castles and Historic Sites Open for Pasquetta
Among the most interesting destinations in the Bergamo province is Castello di Malpaga, one of the most important historic residences of the plain. During Pasquetta, the surrounding countryside becomes particularly scenic thanks to the blooming fields that create a colourful spring landscape. Activities, workshops and small markets add life to the area, making it a pleasant stop for families and travellers exploring the region.
Not far away, visitors can continue their journey through history at Castello di Cavernago and at the imposing Rocca di Romano di Lombardia, two places that reflect the defensive system once protecting the fertile lands of the Lombard plain. These castles, together with other historic buildings, tell the story of a territory that developed around noble families, agriculture and strategic trade routes.
Medieval Villages and Local Traditions
Pasquetta is also an opportunity to explore the historic villages of the area. The town of Martinengo welcomes visitors with a lively antiques and collectibles market, creating an atmosphere that blends local culture with traditional commerce. Nearby, places such as Cologno al Serio and the well-preserved Castello di Urgnano allow travellers to appreciate the historic layout of the Bergamo plain, where villages, canals and fortifications still mark the landscape.
These destinations reveal a side of the province that many travellers do not immediately associate with Bergamo, a region better known for its mountains and historic Upper Town. Yet the plain holds a remarkable concentration of heritage sites that remain deeply connected to local identity.
A Spring Journey Through History and Landscape
What makes this Pasquetta event special is the combination of history, nature and local life. Flower fields, markets, traditional products and cultural visits come together to transform a simple day trip into a journey through the past and present of the Bergamo countryside. Instead of following a single route, visitors are encouraged to explore freely and discover how castles, villages and rural landscapes form a network of stories that continues to shape the region today.
For travellers visiting Bergamo in spring, this initiative offers a unique opportunity to move beyond the city and experience the quieter, authentic character of the surrounding territory.
