Bellagio & Como lake holidays : guide, tips & more
Where to eat : join the local people !
The best way is to join the local people to taste the typical cuisine.
Knowing a place means knowing its aromas and flavors because food is deeply linked to tradition and culture and it is only through the taste that you can deeply enter the spirit of the place ...
Are you ready to immerse yourself in the local cuisine and get to know Como Lake through dishes related to its territory or modern reinterpretations of ancient traditions?
Numerous bars and restaurants await you and we are sure you will find your favorite dish!
Local and genuine food.
Family run trattoria : Fresh fish caught daily in a characteristic fisherman village.
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Ittiturismo Ristorante Mella
6 Piazza San Giovanni BattistaLocal and genuine food.
Family run trattoria : Fresh fish caught daily in a characteristic fisherman village.
Ristorante Salice Blu
33 Via per LeccoGourmet restaurant and cooking class.
Babayaga
8 Via Eugenio VitaliBest pizza in Bellagio.
Perfect for a brekfast.
Delicious and genuine cakes.
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Pasticceria Sancassani S.N.C. Di Sancassani Cesare
3 Piazza CanestriPerfect for a brekfast.
Delicious and genuine cakes.
Enoteca Cava Turacciolo
Perfect for an aperitif
A Napoli corner in Bellagio : delicious pizza napoletana, breakfast, ice creams and more ...
Coppola Chef & Bakery
66 Via ValassinaA Napoli corner in Bellagio : delicious pizza napoletana, breakfast, ice creams and more ...
Ristorante Alle Darsene di Loppia
Via Melzi d'ErilA romantic corner by the lake
In the heart of Bellagio's historic centre, traditional kitchen
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San Giacomo
45 Salita SerbelloniIn the heart of Bellagio's historic centre, traditional kitchen
Ristorante Bilacus
32 Salita SerbelloniA good address in the heart of Bellagio
A little corner to discover and taste a wide selections of wine.
Andrea is in charge of advising wine lovers the most suitable wines for their taste and of sending them to most of the world , boasting years of experience and thousands of shipments made.
Andrea Wine Bellagio Shop
33 Salita Antonio MellaA little corner to discover and taste a wide selections of wine.
Andrea is in charge of advising wine lovers the most suitable wines for their taste and of sending them to most of the world , boasting years of experience and thousands of shipments made.
Excellent Restaurant in a romantic courtyard in the heart of Bellagio
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Antico Pozzo Ristorante - Pizzaria
26 Salita Antonio MellaExcellent Restaurant in a romantic courtyard in the heart of Bellagio
Dispensa 63
15 Salita Camillo Benso Conte di CavourBaba chef will surprise you !
Holiday tips : villas, gardens, and much more
Lake Como holidays are set on the shores of this romantic Italian pre-Alpine lake, where steep, tree-clad hills meet expansive blue waters.
Taking the ferry over the calm waters of the lake provides lungfuls of fresh alpine air.
Otherwise, our adventure takes place on foot, through twisting lanes, narrow streets and charming Italian villages. Enjoy!
The Gardens of Villa Melzi strech out along the lake shore and are armoniously inserted into the hilly scenery of the Bellagio peninsula that divides the two branches of Lario lake.
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I Giardini di Villa Melzi
Via Lungo Lario ManzoniThe Gardens of Villa Melzi strech out along the lake shore and are armoniously inserted into the hilly scenery of the Bellagio peninsula that divides the two branches of Lario lake.
Here, in a natural basin, embraced by the lake and mountains, Nature and human ingenuity live together in perfect harmony. In the 1600s, the Marquis Giorgio Clerici had a splendid residence built in this area: the massive but understated Villa Carlotta is surrounded by an Italianate garden and looks out over the breath-taking Bellagio setting. villa and gardens by the lake
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Villa Carlotta
2 Via ReginaHere, in a natural basin, embraced by the lake and mountains, Nature and human ingenuity live together in perfect harmony. In the 1600s, the Marquis Giorgio Clerici had a splendid residence built in this area: the massive but understated Villa Carlotta is surrounded by an Italianate garden and looks out over the breath-taking Bellagio setting. villa and gardens by the lake
Isola Comacina is the only island on Lake Como.
Located in the waters off Tremezzina, just a few kilometers north of Argegno, this small piece of land is almost uninhabited and welcomes a lot of curious visitors in the period between March and October.
Isola Comacina overlooks the Zoca de l’oli, a bay that takes its name from the local production of olives, which is favored by the particularly mild climate that characterizes the area.
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Isola Comacina
Isola Comacina is the only island on Lake Como.
Located in the waters off Tremezzina, just a few kilometers north of Argegno, this small piece of land is almost uninhabited and welcomes a lot of curious visitors in the period between March and October.
Isola Comacina overlooks the Zoca de l’oli, a bay that takes its name from the local production of olives, which is favored by the particularly mild climate that characterizes the area.
On a peninsula from which one can enjoy the spells of the Lario, this elegant and romantic eighteenth century mansion and its astonishing garden have hosted letters and travels to its last owner, Guido Monzino.
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Villa del Balbianello
Via Guido DelmatiOn a peninsula from which one can enjoy the spells of the Lario, this elegant and romantic eighteenth century mansion and its astonishing garden have hosted letters and travels to its last owner, Guido Monzino.
Beautiful garden, amazing views on the lake and the promontory of Bellagio.
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Villa Serbelloni Rockefeller
32 Via Giuseppe GaribaldiBeautiful garden, amazing views on the lake and the promontory of Bellagio.
Villa Monastero rests in Varenna, on the eastern shore of Lake Como. It is one of the most interesting examples of Eclecticism around Lake Como.
Villa Monastero is an amazing complex that includes a wide botanical garden, which is arranged in terraces and collects many rare plant species.
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Villa Monastero
4 Viale Giovanni PolvaniVilla Monastero rests in Varenna, on the eastern shore of Lake Como. It is one of the most interesting examples of Eclecticism around Lake Como.
Villa Monastero is an amazing complex that includes a wide botanical garden, which is arranged in terraces and collects many rare plant species.
Hotel Villa Cipressi
22 Via 4 NovembreBotanic garden with a unique view
Ancient military outpost of early medieval origin. Amazing views on the lake.
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Castello di Vezio
Via del CastellanoAncient military outpost of early medieval origin. Amazing views on the lake.
Nesso is famous of the same-name Orrido, a natural canyon in the rocks, dug by two rivers that confluence there, where the strength of the water through the centuries has opened a deep break in the stone. The union of the rivers explodes in a waterfall 200m high!
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Orrido di Nesso
Nesso is famous of the same-name Orrido, a natural canyon in the rocks, dug by two rivers that confluence there, where the strength of the water through the centuries has opened a deep break in the stone. The union of the rivers explodes in a waterfall 200m high!
Bellano is just a few kilometers from Varenna toward Colico, and it stands on a cape, where the vast panorama embraces the lake's western shores, from Menaggio up to Dongo. Bellano is famous for l'Orrido (Ravine) a gorge formed by the waters of the Pioverna torrent, which by erosion dug a deep ravine in the stretch from Taceno in Valsassina to Bellano.
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Orrido di Bellano
Piazza San GiorgioBellano is just a few kilometers from Varenna toward Colico, and it stands on a cape, where the vast panorama embraces the lake's western shores, from Menaggio up to Dongo. Bellano is famous for l'Orrido (Ravine) a gorge formed by the waters of the Pioverna torrent, which by erosion dug a deep ravine in the stretch from Taceno in Valsassina to Bellano.
Villa Olmo is definitely one of the best things that you must see during your stay in Como.
The villa is located in the northwest part of the city, at the end of a 500-meter (546 yd) lakeside walk which connects it to the Aeroclub and Rationalist neighborhood.
Villa Olmo is currently a prestigious location for conferences, events, and art exhibitions.
The villa is a perfect example of Italian classical style. Its elegance and charm didn’t go unnoticed by Napoleon Bonaparte and Giuseppe Garibaldi, who were two of the most notable guests of the villa.
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Villa Olmo
1 Via Simone CantoniVilla Olmo is definitely one of the best things that you must see during your stay in Como.
The villa is located in the northwest part of the city, at the end of a 500-meter (546 yd) lakeside walk which connects it to the Aeroclub and Rationalist neighborhood.
Villa Olmo is currently a prestigious location for conferences, events, and art exhibitions.
The villa is a perfect example of Italian classical style. Its elegance and charm didn’t go unnoticed by Napoleon Bonaparte and Giuseppe Garibaldi, who were two of the most notable guests of the villa.
Among the sacred buildings stands out the famous Piona Abbey (Abbazia di Piona), commissioned by Vescovo (Bishop) Agrippino, dating back to the 7th century. Entering into the abbey you can visit, the Church, the Cloister and the Chapter House. Inside of the building that houses the products of the Piona monks, we can find medicinal herbs, honey and the famous liquors wisely distilled according to the most ancient traditions, all natural products made by the hard-working monks.
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Abbazia di Cluny di Santa Maria di Piona
55 Via Abbazia di Piona Among the sacred buildings stands out the famous Piona Abbey (Abbazia di Piona), commissioned by Vescovo (Bishop) Agrippino, dating back to the 7th century. Entering into the abbey you can visit, the Church, the Cloister and the Chapter House. Inside of the building that houses the products of the Piona monks, we can find medicinal herbs, honey and the famous liquors wisely distilled according to the most ancient traditions, all natural products made by the hard-working monks.
Want to enjoy a breathtaking view of the city of Como? Visit Brunate, a town that overlooks Como from the top of a hill 715 meters (about 782 yards) high.
The Como-Brunate cable car – which runs from Viale Geno, very close to the Como Nord Lago train station – will take you to Brunate in a few minutes
Once there, you can walk for approximately 35 minutes and reach the Volta Lighthouse (Faro Voltiano), a beautiful lighthouse that alternately emits green, white, and red lights (the Italian flag colors).
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Funicolare Como-Brunate
4 Piazza Alcide de GasperiWant to enjoy a breathtaking view of the city of Como? Visit Brunate, a town that overlooks Como from the top of a hill 715 meters (about 782 yards) high.
The Como-Brunate cable car – which runs from Viale Geno, very close to the Como Nord Lago train station – will take you to Brunate in a few minutes
Once there, you can walk for approximately 35 minutes and reach the Volta Lighthouse (Faro Voltiano), a beautiful lighthouse that alternately emits green, white, and red lights (the Italian flag colors).
Casa delle Biciclette Volanti
1 Vicolo PretorioA very original house in the suburb of San Giovanni in Bellagio.
Sports on the lake
Como lake is an excellent area for sports lovers!
On the lake you can practice sailing, water skiing, kayaking and rowing, while trekking and cycling routes wind through the promontory, with breathtaking views of the lake and the surrounding mountains.
Close to Bellagio is located the Sanctuary of the Madonna del Ghisallo (protector of cyclists), home to a museum with relics of great champions.
A long, passionate and enthralling story links together the Ghisallo Pass to cycling, and viceversa.
It Is the only Museum in the world that caters to all the champions and all cycling enthusiasts: the theme that characterizes it is the love for the bicycle.
Very panoramic point with amazing lake views.
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Madonna del Ghisallo
Prov.detta ValassinaA long, passionate and enthralling story links together the Ghisallo Pass to cycling, and viceversa.
It Is the only Museum in the world that caters to all the champions and all cycling enthusiasts: the theme that characterizes it is the love for the bicycle.
Very panoramic point with amazing lake views.
Bike It! Bellagio
103 Via ValassinaBikes, e-bikes rental and bike tours.
Bellagio Water Sports
1 Via Ercole Sfondratikayak tours : discover the lake by the lake
Boat2go
Piazza ConciliazioneBoats, kayak, bikes rental
Riverside SnackBar
Via alla SpiaggiaPublic beach free
Oliveto Lario
Free public beaches
Rent a boat for a tour on the lake.
To drive the boats you do not need the Nautical License
Boathirebellagio
Piazza San Giovanni BattistaRent a boat for a tour on the lake.
To drive the boats you do not need the Nautical License
Essentials
Mini Market in Bellagio
Sigma Supermarket
15 Via Alessandro VoltaWell furnished grocery store
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Consorzio Agrario Lombardo Soc.Coop.-Supermarket MIGROSS
40 Via Alessandro VoltaWell furnished grocery store
Latteria Bellagio
36 Via Alessandro VoltaHikes and walks
Make your experience on Lake Como even more unforgettable.
You will be able to hike in the fantastic scenery of the mountains and hills of Lake Como, enjoying breath-taking views of the lake and amazing natural environments that this wonderful corner of the world can offer you!
Starting in Menaggio, we recommend the carriageway that goes up to Plesio and Breglia (785 mt.), where the panorama and the vegetation truly take your breath away thanks to its harmony and beauty, or up to the C.A.I. (Italian Alpine Club) shelter on Monte Grona at 1400 mt., a crossroads of paths going towards the Alto Lago (Upper Lake), the Valle Senagra (Senegra Valley) and the Cavargna valley.
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Monte Grona
Starting in Menaggio, we recommend the carriageway that goes up to Plesio and Breglia (785 mt.), where the panorama and the vegetation truly take your breath away thanks to its harmony and beauty, or up to the C.A.I. (Italian Alpine Club) shelter on Monte Grona at 1400 mt., a crossroads of paths going towards the Alto Lago (Upper Lake), the Valle Senagra (Senegra Valley) and the Cavargna valley.
Located in Bellagio, Monte San primo is the highest of all mountains on the promontory, it offers unparalleled views of the lake and breathtaking panoramas.
Along the way you will encounter large boulders (Pitera Lentina) left from glacial erosion most notably known being the Ghiandone when approaching from Val Massino; a 1500 cubic meter stone whose pitted surface is thought to have been caused by fireballs thrown by playful devils.
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Monte San Primo
Located in Bellagio, Monte San primo is the highest of all mountains on the promontory, it offers unparalleled views of the lake and breathtaking panoramas.
Along the way you will encounter large boulders (Pitera Lentina) left from glacial erosion most notably known being the Ghiandone when approaching from Val Massino; a 1500 cubic meter stone whose pitted surface is thought to have been caused by fireballs thrown by playful devils.
The hike, or more appropriately walk, to San Martino is relatively short at about 45 minutes up from Griante, or about 1 hour up from the shore of Lake Como.
The views of Lake Como here are the best of anywhere on the Lake.
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Chiesa di San Martino, Griante
The hike, or more appropriately walk, to San Martino is relatively short at about 45 minutes up from Griante, or about 1 hour up from the shore of Lake Como.
The views of Lake Como here are the best of anywhere on the Lake.
Sanctuary of the Madonna del Soccorso of Ossuccio
On a high plateau situated opposite the Isola Comacina at Lake Como, between 1635 and 1710, the Sacro Monte of Ossuccio was built and dedicated to the mystery of the Holy Rosary. The devotional itinerary progresses along an ascending path lined with 14 chapels and terminates at the Sanctuary of the Beata Vergine del Soccorso, the altar of which serves as the fifteenth and last station.
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Santuario Madonna Del Soccorso
Via SantuarioSanctuary of the Madonna del Soccorso of Ossuccio
On a high plateau situated opposite the Isola Comacina at Lake Como, between 1635 and 1710, the Sacro Monte of Ossuccio was built and dedicated to the mystery of the Holy Rosary. The devotional itinerary progresses along an ascending path lined with 14 chapels and terminates at the Sanctuary of the Beata Vergine del Soccorso, the altar of which serves as the fifteenth and last station.
The Greenway" is a leisurely and pleasant walk between Colonno and Cadenabbia following traces of the Antica Strada Regina, the antique connection road was built by the Romans.
This 10 km long itinerary leads through ancient villages with wonderful examples of architecture, along villas and gardens with charming views.
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Greenway del Lago di Como
Via Luigi CivettaThe Greenway" is a leisurely and pleasant walk between Colonno and Cadenabbia following traces of the Antica Strada Regina, the antique connection road was built by the Romans.
This 10 km long itinerary leads through ancient villages with wonderful examples of architecture, along villas and gardens with charming views.
Varenna Walk of Lovers is a short pedestrian path cantilevered over water in Varenna.
It affords romantic views of Lake Como, the mountains, and the small village with its colourful houses perched at the foot of the cliff which is crowned at the top by the Castello di Vezio.
The red fenced promenande in Varenna, with its steep alleys…
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Varenna
Varenna Walk of Lovers is a short pedestrian path cantilevered over water in Varenna.
It affords romantic views of Lake Como, the mountains, and the small village with its colourful houses perched at the foot of the cliff which is crowned at the top by the Castello di Vezio.
The red fenced promenande in Varenna, with its steep alleys…
Nice walk starting Monte San primo in Bellagio.
Amazing views along the road.
At the end a quaint restaurant and mountain hut (1300 m) of family tradition since 1928, where you can taste local dishes of polenta with meat of various kinds.
Specialty of the house is the "Polenta Uncia".
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Ristorante Rifugio Martina
Nice walk starting Monte San primo in Bellagio.
Amazing views along the road.
At the end a quaint restaurant and mountain hut (1300 m) of family tradition since 1928, where you can taste local dishes of polenta with meat of various kinds.
Specialty of the house is the "Polenta Uncia".
In the mountains above the town of Menaggio, at the foot of Monte Grona, is the Rifugio Menaggio, a place to eat, sleep, drink, relax, and recharge after a long hike.
The Rifugio is not technically located in Menaggio, rather it is in the locality of Mason del Fedel in the municipality of Plesio. The Rifugio Menaggio offers some of the most unique and spectacular views of Lake Como.
If you are and avid hiker visiting Menaggio and the sky is clear, you should not miss a hike up to this Rifugio.
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Rifugio C.A.I. Menaggio
In the mountains above the town of Menaggio, at the foot of Monte Grona, is the Rifugio Menaggio, a place to eat, sleep, drink, relax, and recharge after a long hike.
The Rifugio is not technically located in Menaggio, rather it is in the locality of Mason del Fedel in the municipality of Plesio. The Rifugio Menaggio offers some of the most unique and spectacular views of Lake Como.
If you are and avid hiker visiting Menaggio and the sky is clear, you should not miss a hike up to this Rifugio.
Getting around
Best way to explore the lake is by public boats .
Here some other suggestion!
Boat trips and tours are something that I’d definitely recommend to anyone who wants to experience Lake Como at its best.
Whether you are visiting Lake Como for a day or staying longer, jump aboard a boat, relax and reach your favourite destination: Bellagio, Varenna, Cadenabbia, Lenno, Como, or maybe one of the historical villas on the shores of the lake.
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Ferry Bellagio station
38 P.za Giuseppe MazziniBoat trips and tours are something that I’d definitely recommend to anyone who wants to experience Lake Como at its best.
Whether you are visiting Lake Como for a day or staying longer, jump aboard a boat, relax and reach your favourite destination: Bellagio, Varenna, Cadenabbia, Lenno, Como, or maybe one of the historical villas on the shores of the lake.
People that climb on board a seaplane, have many various reasons other than being pilots. Most people want to simply experience the pleasure of being in the cockpit, and being able to observe the instrument panel, and help guide the aircraft. Other reasons can be to experience the speed, acceleration and movement on a three dimensional axis, or to observe the scenery that flashes quickly past your eyes. Tours consist of 30 minute flights for two people
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Aero Club Como
44 Viale Massenzio MasiaPeople that climb on board a seaplane, have many various reasons other than being pilots. Most people want to simply experience the pleasure of being in the cockpit, and being able to observe the instrument panel, and help guide the aircraft. Other reasons can be to experience the speed, acceleration and movement on a three dimensional axis, or to observe the scenery that flashes quickly past your eyes. Tours consist of 30 minute flights for two people
What better way is there to admire Lake Como's most stunning spots than in one of Lake Como' s most luxurious vessels? Barindelli Taxi Boats, he's the one to call... Private tours or transfers by deluxe water taxi with private piers in Bellagio and Varenna
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Barindelli Taxi Boats
Piazza Giuseppe MazziniWhat better way is there to admire Lake Como's most stunning spots than in one of Lake Como' s most luxurious vessels? Barindelli Taxi Boats, he's the one to call... Private tours or transfers by deluxe water taxi with private piers in Bellagio and Varenna
Visit the pearls of Como Lake
Bellagio is located halfway between the two southernmost branches of the lake, and is famous worldwide for its beautiful villas overlooking the water.
It is the Pearl of the lake.
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Bellagio
Bellagio is located halfway between the two southernmost branches of the lake, and is famous worldwide for its beautiful villas overlooking the water.
It is the Pearl of the lake.
Varenna is a picturesque and traditional village, located on the eastern shore of Lake Como.
Walk among the colorful houses that brighten the village and take a romantic walk along the Passeggiata degli innamorati (Walk of lovers), the inspiring lake promenade that connects Riva Grande to the boat landing, where you will see boats and ferries keep coming and going.
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Varenna
Varenna is a picturesque and traditional village, located on the eastern shore of Lake Como.
Walk among the colorful houses that brighten the village and take a romantic walk along the Passeggiata degli innamorati (Walk of lovers), the inspiring lake promenade that connects Riva Grande to the boat landing, where you will see boats and ferries keep coming and going.
Menaggio, a walk in history : it is loved by tourists all over the world, especially because of its elegant lake promenade.
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Menaggio
Menaggio, a walk in history : it is loved by tourists all over the world, especially because of its elegant lake promenade.
Ossuccio is a rich and varied territory, marked by multiple testimonies of history, art and religion.
Among its many places of interest, in addition to the Sacro Monte, which was declared a UNESCO world heritage site in 2003, there is the unique bell tower of the church of Santa Maria Maddalena in Ospedaletto; it is famous for its Gothic-Moorish spire, which was built on top of the existing Romanesque stone belfry.
The old bell tower originally ended above the current mullioned window.
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Ossuccio
Ossuccio is a rich and varied territory, marked by multiple testimonies of history, art and religion.
Among its many places of interest, in addition to the Sacro Monte, which was declared a UNESCO world heritage site in 2003, there is the unique bell tower of the church of Santa Maria Maddalena in Ospedaletto; it is famous for its Gothic-Moorish spire, which was built on top of the existing Romanesque stone belfry.
The old bell tower originally ended above the current mullioned window.
Visiting Tremezzina means having the chance to enjoy a place that is rich in atmosphere, history, and attractions.
Don't miss a visit to Olivelli park
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Tremezzo
Visiting Tremezzina means having the chance to enjoy a place that is rich in atmosphere, history, and attractions.
Don't miss a visit to Olivelli park
Argegno is a small and characteristic village, which overlooks Lake Como in the area of its major depth (around -410 meters).
The main church of Argegno was built at the mouth of the Telo stream, a waterway that separates the town in two parts.
A magnificent ancient bridge, dating back to Roman times, connects the two parts of Argegno and offers a characteristic glimpse of the town
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Argegno
Argegno is a small and characteristic village, which overlooks Lake Como in the area of its major depth (around -410 meters).
The main church of Argegno was built at the mouth of the Telo stream, a waterway that separates the town in two parts.
A magnificent ancient bridge, dating back to Roman times, connects the two parts of Argegno and offers a characteristic glimpse of the town
Como is the city which gives the name to the entire lake, of which it occupies the extreme south-west edge.
There you can visit The Duomo, Palazzo Broletto (the old town hall) , Basilica of San Fedele, the medieaval walls.
Take a walk on the lakefront and discover all the beautiful things you can see in this area!
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Como
Como is the city which gives the name to the entire lake, of which it occupies the extreme south-west edge.
There you can visit The Duomo, Palazzo Broletto (the old town hall) , Basilica of San Fedele, the medieaval walls.
Take a walk on the lakefront and discover all the beautiful things you can see in this area!