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Hiring a campervan in Clusone puts your starting point at around 650 m above sea level, on the plateau overlooking the upper Val Seriana, north-east of Bergamo. This Lombard town is known for its danse macabre painted at the end of the 15th century and for its Renaissance astronomical clock; around it, the limestone Presolana massif, the Val di Scalve and the small lakes of the Val Cavallina are all less than an hour away. Our partner company Blurent hands over its vehicles here under the name Clusone Car Service.
You set off far from the traffic jams of the plain: load your luggage and head straight onto the mountain roads.
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Road trips from Clusone
1 Presolana Pass, Val di Scalve and the Dezzo gorge
- Clusone
- Castione della Presolana
- Presolana Pass
- Colere
- Vilminore di Scalve
- Schilpario
- Dezzo di Scalve
- Angolo Terme
- Darfo Boario Terme
- Clusone
Through Rovetta and Castione della Presolana, the road climbs to the Presolana Pass, beneath the limestone walls of the mountain nicknamed the "queen of the Orobie". It then drops into the Val di Scalve: Colere, Vilminore, then Schilpario and its old iron mines open to visitors. From Vilminore, a trail leads to the ruins of the Gleno dam, whose collapse devastated the valley in 1923.
The descent through the Dezzo gorge, the Via Mala, reaches Angolo Terme and Darfo Boario Terme, before returning along the northern shore of Lake Iseo and the Val Borlezza. The gorge road, cut into the rock, is narrow and exposed to rockfalls: check that it is open, or else come back over the pass.
- Distance
- about 110 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan or converted van
2 Upper Val Seriana to the Serio Falls
- Clusone
- Piario
- Ardesio
- Gromo
- Valbondione
- Lizzola
- Clusone
Heading up the Serio, Ardesio and its sanctuary come before Gromo, a medieval village listed among the most beautiful villages in Italy, with its castle and cobbled lanes. The valley then narrows up to Valbondione, at the foot of the highest peaks of the Orobie Alps, where the Serio Falls plunge in three dizzying leaps, among the highest waterfalls in Italy.
From Valbondione, a trail climbs to the Curò mountain hut, above the falls; the hamlet of Lizzola, a little higher up, offers a quiet night before heading back down to Clusone.
- Distance
- about 60 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Compact motorhome, campervan or converted van
3 Lake Endine, Val Cavallina and the western shore of Lake Iseo
- Clusone
- Sovere
- Endine Gaiano
- Monasterolo del Castello
- Trescore Balneario
- Sarnico
- Predore
- Tavernola Bergamasca
- Riva di Solto
- Lovere
- Clusone
Via Sovere you reach Lake Endine, a small elongated lake among meadows, lined by a cycle path, then the castle of Monasterolo. The Val Cavallina runs down to Trescore Balneario, where the Suardi oratory holds frescoes by Lorenzo Lotto. At Sarnico, birthplace of the famous Riva boats, the western shore of Lake Iseo begins, through Predore and Tavernola Bergamasca to Riva di Solto and Lovere.
This shore, squeezed between cliff and water, is a string of tunnels and bends: drive calmly and avoid summer Sundays.
- Distance
- about 100 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Converted van or compact motorhome
Weather and seasons
When to go in Clusone?
Best time
June and September
June, September
highs 20 to 23 °C, lows 12 to 14 °C
The best months to leave from Clusone: in June, the alpine pastures are in bloom, the mountain huts reopen and the sun shines thirteen hours a day; in September, the holidaymakers have left and the Presolana trails quieten down. Rain remains abundant, around 180 to 190 mm a month, often as afternoon thunderstorms: hike in the morning.
High season
July and August
July to August
highs 25 °C, lows 16 °C
Peak season: families from Milan and Bergamo come up to enjoy the cool valleys, and the Presolana campsites are full around 15 August. Nights stay mild, around 16 °C, ideal for sleeping on board. Pack rain gear: summer is also the season of heavy mountain thunderstorms.
April, May and October
April to May, October
highs 15 to 18 °C, lows 4 to 9 °C
Transitional months, quiet but unpredictable. May is the wettest month of the year, with more than 200 mm of rain, and snow lingers on the heights in spring; many mountain huts only open in June. October, on the other hand, brings the colours of the Val Seriana beech woods and almost empty roads.
Winter
November to March
November to March
highs 6 to 11 °C, lows -2 to 2 °C
Winter is cold but often sunny on the Clusone plateau, with night frosts from December to February. It is ski season at the Presolana and Monte Pora: set off in a well-heated vehicle equipped for snow, and check which campsites stay open.
Climate in Clusone, month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 7 °C | -2 °C | 56 mm | 7 h/day |
| Feb | 9 °C | 0 °C | 87 mm | 7 h/day |
| Mar | 11 °C | 1 °C | 94 mm | 8 h/day |
| Apr | 15 °C | 5 °C | 130 mm | 10 h/day |
| May | 18 °C | 9 °C | 191 mm | 10 h/day |
| Jun | 23 °C | 14 °C | 163 mm | 13 h/day |
| Jul | 25 °C | 16 °C | 160 mm | 13 h/day |
| Aug | 25 °C | 16 °C | 160 mm | 12 h/day |
| Sep | 20 °C | 12 °C | 164 mm | 10 h/day |
| Oct | 16 °C | 9 °C | 157 mm | 8 h/day |
| Nov | 11 °C | 3 °C | 127 mm | 6 h/day |
| Dec | 8 °C | -0 °C | 75 mm | 6 h/day |
Averages 2016–2025 computed from Open-Meteo data (ERA5 reanalysis).
Practical tips
Everything to know before hitting the road
Pick-up at Clusone Car Service
Blurent, our partner company, hands over its vehicles in Clusone through Clusone Car Service. The address and handover time are in your booking confirmation. As the town has only one depot, let it know straight away if your arrival is delayed, so the appointment can be moved.
Explore the centre on foot
The sloping lanes of the historic centre, around Piazza dell'Orologio, are not made for a motorhome. Park in a car park on the outskirts, then walk up to the Oratorio dei Disciplini and the basilica, a few minutes from each other.
Serio Falls: check the dates
The falls only flow at full force a few days a year, in summer, when the sluices of the Barbellino dam upstream are opened. The municipality of Valbondione publishes this calendar every spring: plan your stay around these dates and arrive early, as the village car parks fill up fast.
From Bergamo on the expressway
Between Bergamo and the middle Val Seriana, a toll-free expressway replaces the old valley-floor road, then the provincial road climbs to the Clusone plateau. On Sunday evenings, city dwellers heading back to the plain cause long tailbacks: return the vehicle or set off in the morning instead.
What travellers ask
Your questions about a road trip in Clusone
Where can I pick up a campervan in Clusone?
At Blurent, our partner company, which hands over its vehicles under the name Clusone Car Service, the only depot in town. To compare more offers, widen your search to Bergamo, Lecco or Monza, other departure cities of our rental companies, bearing in mind the journey to the chosen depot if you arrive without a car.
How much does it cost to hire a campervan in Clusone?
The rate depends on the season, the length of hire, the model and the options, and the gap is clear between the weeks of August, in high demand in the Bergamo valleys, and the shoulder season. Run a search with your dates: the prices shown include mandatory fees and correspond to offers you can book straight away.
What is there to see in Clusone before setting off?
The façade of the Oratorio dei Disciplini bears the Triumph of Death and a danse macabre painted in 1485, in which skeletons, nobles and prelates parade side by side. On Piazza dell'Orologio, the town hall displays a planetary clock by Pietro Fanzago, dated 1583 and still working. The Basilica of the Assumption overlooks the whole scene.
Can I return the campervan in another city?
Yes, when the offer allows it: Bergamo, Lecco, Galbiate, Monza, Madonna delle Grazie and Como are other departure cities of our rental companies in Lombardy. Enter the return city in the search form: the list only keeps the vehicles allowed for that trip, with the return fees already included.
How do I get to Clusone by plane or train?
The nearest airport is Bergamo-Orio al Serio, less than an hour's drive away. Clusone has no railway station: from Bergamo, buses run up the valley to the town, or you can take the tram to Albino, then a bus. For a late arrival, a taxi is the simplest option; tell the depot your arrival time.
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Frequently asked questions
FAQ — Campervan and motorhome hire in Clusone
What licence do I need to drive a motorhome in Italy?
A category B licence is enough for vehicles under 3.5 tonnes, which covers most rental campervans and motorhomes. A licence issued outside the European Union should normally be accompanied by an international driving permit. The rental company also sets a minimum age and a minimum number of years of driving; on the Presolana hairpins, experience with the vehicle's size helps.
Where can I sleep in a campervan around Clusone?
Campsites in the Presolana area, the upper Val Seriana and on the shores of Lakes Endine and Iseo welcome motorhomes, and some valley municipalities provide areas with water and waste disposal. In Italy, sleeping on board in an authorised space is allowed as long as you do not put out levelling blocks, an awning or chairs; local by-laws may forbid it.
Can I set off from Clusone in winter?
Yes, it is even the season of the Presolana and Monte Pora ski resorts, both close by. On the mountain roads of the province, winter tyres or snow chains on board are mandatory during the cold season, normally from 15 November to 15 April. Ask the rental company how the vehicle is equipped and choose a well-heated model: nights drop below zero.
How many days should I plan around Clusone?
A weekend is enough for the upper Val Seriana or a tour of Lake Endine. Allow three days for the Presolana Pass and the Val di Scalve with a hike, and a week to link the three loops, add Bergamo's upper town and finish on the shores of Lake Iseo. Distances are short, but the winding roads slow you down.
When should I book a campervan in Clusone?
With only one depot in town, the number of vehicles available is limited: for July and August, and especially for the Ferragosto week, book several months ahead. In June and September, a few weeks are often enough. For a winter departure, check early that the vehicle can be equipped for snow.
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Why start a motorhome trip from Clusone
Clusone sits at a crossroads in the Bergamo Pre-Alps: from the same plateau, you can climb to the Presolana Pass, cross into the Val di Scalve, head up the Val Seriana towards the Orobie peaks or drive down in half an hour to Lakes Endine and Iseo. Stages are short, leaving time to hike, visit a medieval village or go for a swim. And when the Po Valley swelters in summer, highs here stay around 25 °C.
Blurent, our partner company, offers its vehicles here through Clusone Car Service. Bergamo, Lecco, Monza and Como, other departure cities of our rental companies, let you extend the trip one way towards Lake Como or the Brianza, and the nearby Bergamo-Orio al Serio airport makes arriving by plane easy.