Best lakes around Agrate Brianza offer diverse natural and urban water features. While Agrate Brianza itself does not host large natural lakes, the municipality and its immediate surroundings provide several green spaces with aquatic elements. The broader Brianza region is known for its larger natural lakes, which are accessible by car. These areas provide recreational opportunities and serve as important ecological zones.
Last updated: June 29, 2026
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Lovely. It's a shame you can't go in by bike, not even with company.
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The Swan Lake is a picturesque artificial body of water located in the Royal Gardens of Monza. Designed by architect Giuseppe Piermarini, the environment hosts flora and fauna and offers attractions of historical and landscape significance.
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The Increa Park covers an area of approximately 330,000 sq m (33 hectares) in the southeastern part of the municipality of Brugherio and borders the municipality of Cernusco to the southeast and a stretch of the eastern ring road to the northwest. Where the park is today, there was once an agricultural area that, from the 1960s, was the site of sand and gravel extraction activities; then, in 1985, thanks to the amendment to the PRG and the agreement between the municipality of Brugherio and some private quarry owners, environmental recovery interventions began, aimed at creating a public equipped park including green areas and a small lake. In 1987, the area was acquired by the municipal heritage and in the following twenty years, the works were carried out that have led today to the largest green lung in Brugherio and its surroundings.
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In Monza Park, you can admire this small neoclassical temple, reflected in the pond of the Royal Gardens. Designed by architect Piermarini in the second half of the 18th century and built at the behest of Maria Theresa of Austria, it has a circular shape with a rectangular portico. Recently, after vandalism and a period of neglect, it was restored and repainted, restoring it to its original beauty and making it one of the park's symbols.
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The Royal Villa's pond features a system of water features that dates back to the Habsburg era, when the Swan Lake was created in the Royal Gardens between 1778 and 1783, designed by Piermarini himself. Along with all the scenic elements characteristic of the English garden created for the palace commissioned by Maria Theresa of Austria, such as the neoclassical temple, the grotto with the statue of Neptune, and the so-called swan house, the artificial pond also featured a hydraulic system to create jets and water effects, which has now been inoperative for decades.
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To reach the oasis entering from the sanatorium I noticed a lot of debris so once at the oasis I found both wheels flat.
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Lake completed in 2015 and fed by water taken from Villoresi
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The most popular spot is Increa Park, a large green area in Brugherio featuring an artificial lake. Other beloved locations include the Chapel by the Lake in Monza Park, a neoclassical temple reflected in a pond, and the Laghetto of the Royal Villa of Monza, an artificial lake with historic water features.
Yes, several spots are great for families. Increa Park is popular for events and recreation. The Chapel by the Lake in Monza Park and the Laghetto of the Royal Villa of Monza are within the expansive Monza Park, offering pleasant walks and historical sights suitable for all ages. Laghetto of Parco Nord Milano is also family-friendly, known for its biodiversity.
You can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities. For hiking, explore routes like 'The Oak Grove (Boscone) – Robinietum loop from Cambiago' or 'Hiking loop from Concorezzo'. Cyclists can find routes such as 'Monza Park – Lambro River in Monza Park loop from Concorezzo'. Runners have options like 'Burago Molgora Cemetery – Bridge over the Molgora Stream loop from Agrate Brianza'. You can find more details on these and other routes in the Hiking around Agrate Brianza, Road Cycling Routes around Agrate Brianza, and Running Trails around Agrate Brianza guides.
While Agrate Brianza itself doesn't have large natural lakes, the nearby Increa Park in Brugherio is a significant green area with a large artificial lake, built within a former quarry. It's part of the Parco Est delle Cave. Additionally, the Parco Nord Milano features several artificial lakes and offers a naturalistic environment.
Increa Park is known for its large artificial lake, which covers almost half of its 33-hectare surface. It also features the longest recycled plastic bench in Italy, overlooking the lake, and a 'roccolo' made of lime trees. The park hosts sporting and recreational events, especially in summer, and has a bar called 'Masnada' that organizes live music.
Yes, within Agrate Brianza, Parco Aldo Moro features a fishing pond where sport fishing is permitted with a license. This offers a local option for fishing enthusiasts.
The 'Water Plaza' in Via Vismara, Agrate Brianza, is an innovative urban multifunctional space incorporating water features. It's designed to manage stormwater during heavy rain by temporarily flooding in a controlled manner. When dry, it serves as a green public square for social activities. It's not a traditional lake but an example of integrating water into urban design for environmental and community benefits, with completion expected by autumn 2025.
Yes, Increa Park has a bar called 'Masnada' with both indoor and outdoor dining areas, which regularly organizes events including live music. For other locations, you'll find various cafes and restaurants in the nearby towns and cities, especially around Monza Park.
The summer season is particularly popular for places like Increa Park, which hosts sporting and recreational events. Generally, spring and autumn offer pleasant weather for exploring the parks and their water features, with fewer crowds than peak summer. Winter can also be beautiful for quiet walks, especially in areas like Monza Park.
Absolutely. The Laghetto of the Royal Villa of Monza features a system of water features dating back to the Habsburg era, designed by Piermarini. The nearby Chapel by the Lake in Monza Park is a neoclassical temple from the 18th century, also designed by Piermarini, and is a symbol of the park.
The Le Foppe Oasis of Cavenago Brianza is a naturalistic area in a neighboring town that features water elements. While specific details about its lakes are not extensively provided, it offers another green space with aquatic features for visitors to explore.


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