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Lecco is one of the most picturesque cities in Lombardy, overlooking the eastern branch of Lake Como and surrounded by the mountains of Resegone and Grigne. Famous for the places described by Alessandro Manzoni in The Betrothed, it represents an ideal destination for those who wish to visit the historic center, stroll along the lakefront or set out to discover the trails leading to the surrounding hills.
Parking in Lecco does require some planning, especially during weekends, summer months and during city events, when the influx of visitors increases. The city nevertheless offers numerous parking solutions, including multi-story car parks, areas with automatic payment systems, blue zones and Telepass partner parking lots, distributed in the most strategic locations.
In Lecco there are several parking options, distributed between the city center, lakefront, station and outer areas.
The main parking facilities are distributed between the historic center, the lakefront, the railway station, and the main access roads to the city.
Parking | Area | Parking spaces | Ideal for |
|---|---|---|---|
Piazza Mazzini | Historic center | - | The most central solution to reach Piazza Cermenati, the waterfront, shops and the city's main monuments. |
La Piccola | Via Amendola | 208 | Perfect for long-term parking, for the University and to reach the south waterfront with a short walk. |
Via Balicco | Station area | 276 | Ideal for commuters and travelers using the railway station or needing to reach offices in the area. |
Ospedale Manzoni | Via Fremio | 426 | Recommended for visits to Ospedale Manzoni and for those needing to park in the healthcare area. |
Via Nava | Waterfront | 35 | Excellent for a waterfront stroll, to reach restaurants, bars and the ferry terminal. |
Via G.B. Grassi | Broletto Nord | 62 | Convenient for the station, historic center and nearby business areas. |
Piazza Affari | Historic center | - | Parking with license plate reading and Telepass, ideal for offices, Palazzo delle Paure and city center. |
Ventina | Pescaranico | 323 | Affordable solution for visiting the Pescaranico neighborhood and for long-term parking. |
Autosilo Ponte Vecchio | South entrance | 226 | Useful for those arriving from the south who want to reach the center while avoiding traffic on internal streets. |
Via Belfiore | Central area | 90 | Good alternative to downtown parking, with quick access to the city's main streets. |
Piazza Sassi | Center | 40 | Suitable for quick errands and to easily reach the historic center on foot. |
Via Parini - Le Grigne | Le Grigne area | 155 | Ideal when central parking is full; allows you to reach the center and station with a short walk. |
Via Parini - Cimitero Monumentale | North area | 44 | Convenient for Cimitero Monumentale and as an alternative to parking closer to the center. |
Via Nullo | Waterfront | 34 | Perfect for quick access to the lakeside promenade and city center activities. |
Via Adda | Central area | 51 | Practical solution to reach the historic center and main shopping streets without entering the restricted traffic zone. |
Those arriving in Lecco by car can make parking even simpler by choosing one of the Telepass partner parking facilities. In these facilities, managed by Linee Lecco Spa, entry and exit occur automatically thanks to the recognition of the device or license plate associated with the service, without collecting paper tickets or stopping at the toll booths.
The system automatically records the duration of the stay and charges the cost directly to the Telepass account, proving particularly convenient during weekends, tourist seasons, and during events along the waterfront.
Located in the heart of the city, the Piazza Mazzini Parking represents one of the most convenient solutions for reaching the historic center. In addition to the Telepass agreement, it offers additional services such as charging points for electric cars, free Wi-Fi and continuous opening.
Why choose it:
The parking lot La Piccola, located on Via Amendola, has over 200 parking spaces and is open 24 hours a day. It is one of the most used facilities to reach the southern lakefront, the university, and the Pescarenico area. On market days, there is also a free parking period available.
Why choose it:
The Piazza Affari Parking is located in the historic center and is particularly suitable for those who need to reach public offices, the Palazzo delle Paure or the shopping streets. Access is via automatic license plate reading and the Telepass service is also available.
Why choose it:
The parking lot on Via Nava is one of the best solutions for those who want to take a walk along the lakefront or reach the pier.
Why choose it:
The parking lots Via Sassi, Via Adda, Via Nullo and Via Parini are convenient solutions for those seeking alternatives to more central parking areas, especially on weekends or during peak traffic periods. They are located in strategic areas of the city and allow you to easily reach the historic center, the lakefront, or the main access roads, without having to search for a spot in the most congested areas.
To visit the historic center of Lecco, the most convenient parking solutions are Piazza Mazzini, Piazza Affari, Via Sassi and Via Parini - Le Grigne.
From these areas you can easily reach Piazza Cermenati, the Basilica of San Nicolò, the Palazzo delle Paure, the shopping streets and the waterfront on foot. On weekends it may be useful to arrive early or choose slightly more peripheral parking areas, such as La Piccola, to avoid the busiest areas.
Pescarenico is one of the most characteristic neighborhoods of Lecco and the only one explicitly mentioned in The Betrothed. Even today it preserves the atmosphere of the ancient fishing village, with narrow streets, colorful houses and the convent of Fra Cristoforo.
To visit this area, the following are recommended:
The lakefront is one of the most frequented areas in Lecco, especially during the spring and summer months. To reach it, the parking lots Via Nava, Via Nullo and Piazza Mazzini are particularly convenient.
Those who want to take a walk towards the pier, stop at the restaurants in the city center or enjoy the view of the lake can choose these solutions. For longer stays or to avoid the most central areas, it may be useful to also consider La Piccola or Ventina, especially if you want to reach the Pescarenico area.
For those who need to take the train or reach offices near the station, the most practical solutions are Via Balicco, Via G.B. Grassi and Via Parini - Le Grigne.
Via Balicco is particularly convenient for access to the railway station, while Via G.B. Grassi represents a good alternative on the north side. Via Parini - Le Grigne can be useful when parking spaces closer to the platforms are full.
Lecco is also one of the main starting points for excursions to the Piani d'Erna, the Resegone, the Grigne and numerous scenic trails.
Those who wish to spend a day outdoors can consider parking lots easily accessible from the main access roads to the city, such as La Piccola, Autosilo Ponte Vecchio or Ventina, thus avoiding traffic in the historic center and more easily resuming traffic flow at the end of the excursion.
The most convenient parking areas are Piazza Mazzini, Piazza Affari, Via Sassi and Via Parini - Le Grigne, all close to the historic center and main city attractions.
Yes, among the parking lots affiliated with Telepass there are Piazza Mazzini, La Piccola, Piazza Affari, Via Nava, Via Nullo, Via Sassi, Via Adda and Via Parini - Le Grigne.
For the lakeside area, Via Nava, Via Nullo and Piazza Mazzini are convenient. For longer stays, you can also consider La Piccola.
The most practical solutions are Via Balicco, Via G.B. Grassi and Via Parini - Le Grigne.
For Manzoni Hospital, the reference parking is the one in Via Eremo, serving the healthcare facility.
Yes, in Telepass partner parking lots, entry and exit are automatic and there is no need to collect a ticket or go through the checkout, making parking faster especially during peak times.