Bondone sul Lago d’Idro

The municipality of Bondone faces Lake Idro and is composed of the two hamlets of Bondone paese (720 m a.s.l.) and Baitoni (371 m a.s.l.) which are located just a kilometre apart. Monte Alpo with its mountain pastures and the Cima Tombea extend above the village. Cima Tombea, the highest point of the municipality turns into a natural spectacle in summer when its meadows are covered with numerous species of flowers. On sunny days you can enjoy a wonderful panoramic view ranging from the Dolomites to Lake Garda and from the Padana Plain to the Appenini mountain chain.

Until some decades ago Bondone was known as the "village of the coalmen" as it used to be the main activity of its inhabitants. The bronze statue at the entrance to the village "monument of Carboner", which is dedicated to coalmen, stands at the beginning of the typical road network and the ancient houses of the hamlet. The external walls of the houses are decorated with stunning frescoes. In August the village celebrates the "Bondone in Strada" festival.

The main highlights of the hamlet are the parish church dedicated to the Nativity of Mary from 1300 and
Castel San Giovanni dating back to the 11th century which was in the hands of the important Lodron family before becoming a property of the municipality of Bondone in recent times. The castle can be visited in certain time periods. From here you can enjoy a stunning view of the landscape surrounding the Valle del Chiese and of the enchanting Lake Idro which was awarded with the Bandiera Blu in 2025. The municipality of Bondone is an ideal holiday destination as it offers a wide range of cultural activities, hiking itineraries and cycle paths. Moreover, its proximity to Lake Idro allows for relaxing moments along the lake shores and beaches of Baitoni, different watersports and pleasant walks across the lake's biotope.