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Castello Suardi, the religious tradition surrounding the wooden statue known as the “Signorù,” and signposted paths give Bianzano a variety of points of interest. If you are looking for a hotel in Bianzano, keeping these topics separate can help with planning: interior visits have fixed access requirements, the procession takes place on a specific date in July, and the paths lead to different destinations.

Castello Suardi: architecture and visiting requirements

Remains of a double ring wall survive at Castello Suardi. The fortified structure also includes a massive main tower and a second tower on the outer fortified wall. The double enclosure and towers show different parts of the complex. Interior visits are possible only by prior reservation, with a guide, and on the opening dates listed in the calendar published by the Municipality of Bianzano. The access information was last updated in 2022, so check the calendar before your trip. This will help you plan your castle visit in accordance with the applicable reservation and guided-tour requirements.

The Signorù and religious traditions

The large wooden statue of Christ taken down from the cross is housed in the Santuario di Santa Maria Assunta and is known as the “Signorù.” Every year on the third Sunday in July, it is carried in a procession through Bianzano from the Chiesa di Santa Maria Assunta to the Chiesa di San Rocco. The custom links the statue to a set date each year and a route through the town. Another distinctive feature of San Rocco is the statue of the saint on the parish church’s bell tower: it turns according to the wind direction. While the annual procession is the focus of the Signorù tradition, here it is the moving figure on the tower.

Event dates

The traditional Sagra del Tartufo bergamasco is another recurring event in Bianzano. The 14th edition took place in 2023; an edition was also held in 2025. Dates and programs vary from year to year. If the Sagra is important to your trip, check the dates for the relevant edition in advance.

CAI Trail 602 and Via degli Asini

The CAI trail marked with number 602 runs from Bianzano to Ranzanico and takes about 30 minutes. It starts near the Chiesa parrocchiale di San Rocco and follows Via degli Asini in the direction of Castello Suardi. The duration is an estimate; check trail conditions locally. Via degli Asini is a historic paved mule track and was the old connection between Bianzano and Spinone. While CAI Trail 602 leads to Ranzanico, Via degli Asini was the historic connection between Bianzano and Spinone.

Bianzano also has several interconnected, signposted paths that can be used for trekking and cycling. Old paths lead to the mountain pastures at the Crocione and Pler mountain passes. Alongside the specific route to Ranzanico described above, there are other paths connected to the mountain pastures and mountain passes. Check trail conditions locally when planning a route.

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