castles-and-ruins near L’Associazione Pedaleggiando
A large rustic farmhouse has been restructured into comfortable new apartments, with all the modern conveniences and an artistic eye to detail. One appeal that differentiates Villadina Farm from many other vacation houses is its location: a tranquil...
A charming 19th century farmhouse, renovated and developed respecting the local architecture, positioned in the heart of the Pian di Spagna Wildlife natural reserve, 97 km far from Milan; such a unique place, ideal for a relaxing holiday close to...
This touristic farmhouse is situated in the south of Gravedona where there are many fields under cultivation and tourist facilities. This location called “Poncia" is perfect for nature lovers, set in the green woodland and open spaces that belong to...
Al Molin is located at the foot of Mount Legnone (highest peak of prealps) in a great location. Peaceful, quiet and sunny, it enjoys a splendid panoramic views of Lake Como, Val Chiavenna, Valtellina, Val Menaggio. Obtained from the restructuring of...
Agriturismo “Forte di Fuentes" is situated inside of a 34 hectares agricultural field, called “Compendio di Fuentes". It stands in Colico, at the limits of the Pian di Spagna reserve. This agriturismo was opened in order to value and promote the...
Placed in a geographic location of great natural interest, into the slopes of Mount Legnone (2610mt) and 1 km from the shores of Lake Como, you can found "LA VECCHIA FATTORIA (litterally THE OLD FARM)": a charming renovated farm of 16th Century,...
Enjoy your relaxing holiday, surrounded by nature, and taste our delicious products and home-made cooking. Giacomino farm is enchanting next to a hundred year-old pinewood forest, with a deligthful views over two lakes, Como and Mezzola. Is also an...
Our cuisine is typical of the area with traditional local dishes such as those based on chestnuts, polenta and game. Accommodation available where tourists can relax and enjoy our beautiful lake. The magnificent location of its lounges and dining...
Our farm was born from an ancient tradition handed down from grandparents and parents. We do breed the animals that are then used to cook our delicious dishes. In our fields you will see the fruits and vegetables Which will then be served at the...
Agriturismo Sociale Forte Di Fuentes is located within an area of about 34 hectares known as "Compendio di Fuentes" in the town of Colico (LC) at the edge of the Natural Reserve of Pian di Spagna. It stems from the desire to enhance and promote...
La Fiorita is located in Colico, on the northern tip of Lake Como. The blessing of Colico is undoubtedly its strategic position from which you can quickly reach Valchiavenna, Valtellina, Como, Lecco, Milan, Bergamo and the many valleys giving you...
The Tower is located on a rocky outcrop above the village of Spurano and it was an ancient watchtower, which probably dates back to the 12th century. The fortified structure, included in the difensive system of the Comacina Island, was probably...
An ancient palace of the seventeenth century. It belonged to one of the most influential families of Lake Como, the Brentano, who later moved to Milan and then to Germany. It is currently used in part as a city hall where the renown painter Giulio...
Originally a signalling tower, that later became a fortress as documented 1158. There is no information about the proceeding centuries until 1454 when the area fell into the hands of the Republic of Venice and the Adda River became the natural...
The Castle lies on a peninsula jutting out into Lake Como close to Riva Bianca and its namesake beach. Built in the Romanesque period, the fortress was at the focus of several historical events, like the battle between Milan and Como in 1124. It was...
Also called Tower of Barbarossa, stands high over Mandello dating from the twelfth century. The tower has been rebuilt over the years, but retains interesting architectural features like the arched portal, the remains of painted trophies and a...
Volunteers of the Cultural Center Library Bellagio deal with loaning library books and organize various cultural events....
At Mount Cross Ardona (m. 1005), a path splits into two. On the left, is a wooded summit then down along a bumpy ride to the entrance of Castel d'Ardona. To the right, a few bends bring you to same point but the road is much easier (1h 30 'from...
Gate Tower is an imposing fortress, 40 meters high, built in 1192, on the initiative of the mayor Hubert de 'Olevano, to defend the entrance to the city of Como. In the fourteenth century the great tower was flanked by two other pentagonal towers,...
In the medieval center of Villincino, was a fortified town built in the late tenth century. The village was owned by the wealthy family Carpani. The town was destroyed in 1278. The small and picturesque district is accessed by going through a tower,...
A must see--one of the most beautiful castles on the lake. It is a walled enclusure, developed around a squared tower with restored battlements and a real drawbridge. Additional attractions feature live falconry shows, an exhibition dedicated to the...
Baradello Castle is situated on hill dominating the valley like a stone sentinel watching over the town of Como and Spina Verde Park. The top of the tower provides 360 degree views of the city, the Alps and Po Valley. The fortification was used...