Walk

To Chiaravalle Abbey along Via Sant'Arialdo

Milan's farm country inside the city: a lane of old cascine ending at a medieval abbey.

Time	About 1h30 from Via Ripamonti
Difficulty	Easy – country lane
Start	Via Ripamonti (Quintosole), then Via Sant'Arialdo
Past	Restored farmhouses along Via Sant'Arialdo, The Cistercian Chiaravalle Abbey and its 'Ciribiciaccola' bell tower, The abbey's ancient mill, Bottega dei Monaci – herbal teas, wine, beer, eggs, cheeses and meats produced on site
Season	Abbey Tuesday to Sunday 09:00–12:00 and 15:00–18:00, closed Mondays (YesMilano venue listing; the older itinerary text gives shorter hours – check before you go).
With children	Open countryside within the city limits; a long walk for small children – the bus shortens it.

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Checked on yesmilano.it, October 2026. Check seasons and hours with the place before you go.