There is a road around the circumference of Monte Isola that visits each of the coastal villages and is about nine kilometres long: an excellent walk that takes 2.5-3 hours although it can be rather hot in summer!
Who owns Loreto island Italy?
Subsequent changes of ownership led to the demolition of the convent buildings, now documented by just a few late 19th Century postcards, to start construction of a villa and a new small port. In 1916 the island was purchased by the Beretta family, which still owns it.
How to reach Monte Isola?
The only way to reach Monte Isola is using a ferry boat. Navigazione Lago d'Iseo's routes link almost all Lake Iseo's towns (the main one is Iseo) with Monte Isola's harbours: Peschiera Maraglio, the main one, Sensole, Carzano and Siviano Porto.
Can you drive on Monte Isola?
On the island you can not drive cars and motorcycles are reserved for residents. You can know the entire Monte Isola using the public service bus that connects all the villages, walking or cycling by bike between slopes and descents or along the shore by boat.
Can you visit Isola Loreto?
Outside of rare and special occasions, the owners of this private island currently don't permit visitors. The island can only be admired from afar, by boat.7 Jun 2021