things-to-do near Madonna della Neve

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Como is Lake Como's largest city where you will find shopping, works of art, churches, gardens, museums, theatres, parks and palaces. Places to go inlcude the Duomo, the Basilica of Sant'Abbondio, Villa Olmo, the Volta Temple and Museum, the Teatro...

Featuring the hottest Dj’s in a modern high-tech club, this dance club rocks it out until the early hours of the night....

Enjoy a drink just a few meters from one of the most beautiful lakes in the world. You'll enjoy the best cocktails and delicious drinks, expertly prepared by our bartenders as well as a wide selection of beers, both bottled and canned. Il Tana is...

Converted from an old marble artisan's workshop, L'Orso Bar Hostaria comprises three large areas where it is possible to sample local specialities, pizza, panini and cold dishes. The sympathetic restoration of the locale has kept alive the artistic...

The Bar Sport in Lenno is situated directly on the lake, in the beautiful bay named “Gulf of Venus". The place is one of the most quiet and relaxing of the Como lake, surrounded by beautiful mountains. The exclusive terrace of the Bar Sport is maybe...

On the picturesque waterfront Lenno, Gulf and Bar Sports Bar serves snacks and refreshments and offer free wi-fi....

On the beach of Pianello del Lario in front of the most glamorous Lake of Como. It's the ideal place to spend a nice afternoon or an evening with friends, fun, good food and excellent music! Beach Front ..., Breakfast, Smart Restaurant at noon, Bar...

Our food is all fresh and Italian and we are constantly on the lookout for local products. We are especially proud of our salamis and cheeses some of which are made locally in Lake Como. We hope you can also appreciate their unique flavours. It is...

Our family run Restaurant is beautifully situate facing Bellagio and only a few minutes from the 18th century Villa Carlotta, from the Boat and Ferry Landing Station. With its romantic ambiance, our 19th century restaurant opens onto a large terrace...

A welcoming environment where you can enjoy traditional dishes and specialties of Lake Como, accompanied by carefully selected fine wine and great music to brighten your experience. Visit us to rediscover the pleasure of going out to eat....

Nando, the owner, started working very young in the restaurant / bar, serving in many great hotels, citing only the latter are the hotel "EXCELSIOR" at the Lido of Venice and the hotel "MONACO & GRAND CANAL" in the center of Venice. Always...

The restaurant is located 30 m from the boat passengers and 250 from that for passenger cars. The hall can accommodate up to a max of 65 people "sessions", and 100 people in "buffet". For custom quotes please contact us by email or by calling...

Excellent Pizzeria Our restaurant is also a pizzeria with a wood oven, our pizza is very good, come and try it. By appointment, are welcome, large groups, prepare quality menu and we can offer fast and cared for. Terrace overlooking Lake Rooftop...

Completely renovated during the period 2012/2014 to bring novelty, elegance with the same traditional quality of our products. It has an indoor and an outdoor covered area in the central square of Varenna. An ideal place for a business lunch, a...

In a small quiet corner, well cared for in every detail, we offer lunch and dinner in intimacy, surrounded by the warmth of the wood of pine. A different menu follows the seasons, created to excite, where tradition and the good products of the farm...

The CROTTO di GITTANA is a flexible structure ideal for small banquets, meetings, parties and ceremonies, offering a wide range of services. There is a private parking, ample and free. Our kitchen has the honour of hosting cooking classes by Chef...

In the hills above Dongo there is this historic wine cellar or cave that dates back to the fifteenth century where they always kept the good wine and typical local cheeses such as semuda, salami and local baloney in a natural constant temperature....

Comfortable places, courtesy, kindness and of course an excellent homemade cooking: these are the ingredients of our restaurant! We will welcome you at lunch and dinner to make you try the delicious recipes of our Chef Maurizio or one of our...

The hotel is located in the village of Menaggio, centrally located, just a few meters from the lake. Home cooking with specialties of seafood and game. Our pizzas are handled directly by the pizza maker with European and international specialties....

The restaurant, as well as being the completion of a modern hotel, is open to all, to both patrons of passage for groups booked. The large room divisible if necessary, with 220 seats, has large windows with views of the group and communicates...

Few places are as romantic as Bellagio, called the Pearl of Lake Como, the world of beautiful landscapes of mountains and lake; where we find the restaurant the Busciona; perfect place to enjoy peace and tranquility. The restaurant has in its menu...

The restaurant is located directly on Lake Como from Bellagio's lakeside promenade a short distance from the ferry and taxi services on the boat. From the covered porch and the shady garden at the lake you can enjoy a magnificent view of Tremezzo,...

Easy environment, modern and bright; summer with outdoor garden, overlooking Forte Montecchio. Our strong point is the rotating wood oven. 20 pizzas in less than three minutes !!!!!!!! We offer our customers (lunch and dinner) a wide selection of...

In the high branch of Lake Como in the hills above Dongo there is the Trattoria Crottone, historic winery that dates back the XV century, where they were always kept the good wine and local cheeses like Semuda and salami and mortadella nostrani to a...

The overlooks the lake of Como in front of the Bellagio's Villa Serbelloni. The quiet and familiar atmosphere, the service friendly and always accurate will make your stay very pleasant. Our chef Antonio and his team are devoted to the preparation...

Among the hills and the villas of Lake Como, Rodrigo Restaurant is located in a wonderful location on the shore of the lake. With a beautiful terrace in front of Bellagio, surrounded by mountains Larian, from which you can enjoy lovely views over...

La Canottieri is a charming corner of Lake Como. The resto-bar serves hearty breakfasts and aperitifs. It operates a service catering with sandwiches, hot and cold dishes and a wide selection of pizzas. It operates a service catering with...

Just steps from the Piazza and Lake Lenno is the # 1 Osteria. The kitchen offers both specialty, traditional, typical local dishes of both land and sea, most wanted, thanks to the creativity and all 'international experience of the chef Adriano .....

Albergo Lario is located on the northern tip of Lake Como in the quaint village of Gera Lario, the most northerly village on the lake. Discover Italian cuisine that includes fresh home made pasta, meat and fish dishes that include a number of Lake...

A breathtaking view awaits you: from our terrace overlooking the lake, you can relax and spend pleasant moments, gustarti delicious berti or a drink. An old folk tale tells the story of Antonius de Phicani, called Ficano: squire narcissus, perhaps...

The restaurant which is magnificently run by the chef Pippo, provides friendly surroundings allowing you to appreciate your choice in this hotel even more: starting from breakfast through aperitifs and coffee-breaks down to evening supper. The...

Savour the excellent cuisine and enjoy an unforgettable time on Lake Como. The residence has been recently restored and offers refined surroundings and beautifully appointed apartments in the heart of village Gravedona. A large Pizzeria &...

Hotel Restaurant Azalea, located 100 meters from the famous "Villa Carlotta" in Tremezzo in Tremezzo town center "Lario". It has 9 rooms, all with lake view and a restaurant, where you can taste the delicious local and international cuisine....

Crotto di Biosio is located just outside the village overlooking the Como Lake. In summer, our terraces are the perfect place where have dining and enjoy the fantastic landscape: a wide view of lake and mountains. Behind the dining rooms there is...

Albergo De Jean Restaurant is located in Garzeno is a small mountain village in the province of Como, in the Lombardy region, has more or less 900 inhabitants is one of the smallest municipalities in the province of Como. Garzeno, 662 meters above...

Crotto of the Camellias, located in the historic village of Stazzona, Vanzonico, offering a kitchen where genuine homemade polenta uncia becomes the main attraction. The hospitable atmosphere surrounded by nature hills will make you rediscover the...

Restaurant on the lake with a large terrace with beautiful lake views featuring specialties of the lake and Valtellina....

Restaurant La Baia (La Baia means ‘The Bay’ in Italian) is located in the picturesque village of San Vito – Cremia on the shores of Lake Como. It offers an enchanting panoramic view of the lake and The Alps that you can savor while you enjoy our...

Sushi Genkai is located in Colico (LC) Via Nazionale, 105, a few steps from the waters of Lake Como. Offers the best Japanese cuisine in a modern and created to accommodate the customer looking for a moment of relaxation and enjoyment, in the sign...

A few kilometers from Lake Como and a few hundred meters from the Castello di Vezio, the restaurant "Il Portichetto", opened in April 2004, combines the warmth of welcome. The vegetables are seasonally harvested from our garden, the meat comes from...

Whether you would like a formal reception, a more informal buffet or a romantic dinner “au bord du lac", our romantic and enchanting venue, the grand dining room which opens up on the enchantment of the lake, the very good cuisine and the unique...

Portovino is the place where you can taste, savor, satisfy your hunger and satisfy the palate. The commercial activity of the family Cornaggia began in 1945 and before becoming restaurant was gastronomy with bakery and wine shop. Besides a wide...

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Trattoria Santo Stefano is a historical restaurant laid down along the shores of Como Lake and is located in the old town center of Lenno, a popular resort on the lake known thanks to the extraordinary beauty of the landscapes and the famous Villa...

The inn comes by the desire of our father Giacomino who as a child dreamed about the creation of a restaurant in the uncles’s wood, a place with a spectacular view over Bellagio. When he was a boy started to built it by himself during his leisure...

Since 1974 two generations of typical and authentic Lake Como cuisine located in a quiet hamlet a short distance from the lake. The restored stone building with a small terrace and splendid view of Lake Como provides an authentic and rustic...

Family-run restaurant and Pizzeria. Located in the characteristic historical center of Bellagio, with a wide selection of pizzas, succulent meat dishes. In the heart of the old village, just steps from the Basilica of St.Giacomo and near the pier of...

Get off the beaten path! Only a 10 minute walk from the Ferry Terminal in Cadenabbia, the Bar Pizzeria La Torre San Martino is the ideal place for those who want to taste an excellent pizza, from the simplest to the gourmet. You can taste them in...

The restaurant is located in a panoramic position with wonderful view of the three branches of Lake Como, in a charming setting surrounded and embraced by a colorful garden. It is an ideal place for romantic dinners or light lunches in the...

La Grotta, located in Bellagio, offers a great variety of pizza's cooked in a wood oven typical local dishes and mediterranean cuisine the restaurant offers a pleasant dining experience....

Rosa dei Venti is located in Dorio, offers its customers an exclusive and sought after, with beautiful landscapes and views of Lake Lecco / Como. Ideal to spend relaxing moments and taste. We are positioned in one of the best areas of the lake, with...

On May 12 2010 Ristorante Borgovino opened its doors to the public. A tiny restaurant, only seven tables inside and two outside, situated in a quaint little Italian town called Varenna on lake Como in northern Italy. You will find several local...

Located in Bellagio old town center a few steps from the main hotels and shops. Terrazza Barchetta offers you unique high quality services: the restaurant with its typical dishes based on lake fish and italian kitchen, the dining options for a quick...

The menu is completed with the offer of traditional regional dishes and sweets homemade, proposals made with raw materials from local farms and local producers. The "Mella" has always maintained its typical housewife. He also sought to diversify the...

Located in front of the lake with an outside terrace, equipped with an air-conditioning system for the summer months. So even on the hottest days, you’ll be able to come and cool off at our bar while sipping an ice-cold drink in the fresh air. Hot...

Our table offers a wide choice of dishes, from classic suggestions of international cuisine all'intramontabile pizza. Each dish is prepared with fresh ingredients and carefully selected among the best retailers and producers in the area. Our...

Found this beautiful place in the mountains of Plesio, we have the opportunity to continue with the tradition of our family and to welcome you in a warm and nice to offer, always with the help of our father, the best of our cuisine. The love for...

Welcome to the Crotto di Pino Restaurant specialised in grilled food. It represents the ideal solution for the one who looks for the good tastes of the traditional kitchen. It offers a pleasant and calm atmosphere where you can spend a romantic...

The restaurant "Cavallino - Trattoria fishermen" offers a wide choice of fresh lake fish, because fish from us daily. The restaurant has indoor rooms and a terrace on the lake opposite the moorings of the ferry to Bellagio. It is the perfect setting...

Varenna, characteristic and ancient town located on the eastern shores of Como Lake, it’s right in front of Bellagio and between lake and mountains in an ensemble of unique and striking scenarios. The old village is reachable through steep alleys,...

You’ll be inspired by the romantic setting of our “La Terrazza" restaurant, without a shadow of a doubt the most beautiful on Lake Como. We want your dining experience to be exclusive, extra-special and astounding too. In addition, Osvaldo Presazzi...

Beccaccino is in the heart of the natural oasis of Pian di Spagna, in front of the river Mera which connects Lake Novate Mezzola to Lake Como. Here nature is still the master of the territory and marks the ancient rhythms of life. The natural...

A Veluu invites you to enjoy fine dining and comfort nestled on the gentle slopes of Tremezzo, offering exclusive views of Lake Como. Our discreet location has played host to many of Lake Como’s rich and famous since opening its doors to the public...

We are in Bologna, a small and typical village just above Varenna. The particular position of the town, set on a mountain with panorama views of the center lake area from Bellagio to Varenna. Our kitchen is typical of Lombardia region with a...

Nestled in a picturesque setting, adjacent to Pioverna, it is easily accessible from Lecco and Milan thanks to the new road-Lecco Ballabio and directions that are on the main road. Its situated in a quiet and leafy corner that recalls the beautiful...

The pizzeria Pioverna of Primaluna (LC) is a modern and quiet atmosphere, where you can taste the culinary specialties from Lecco or the excellent pizza cooked in a wood oven. If you are planning a trip out of town in the province of Lecco take...

A few kilometers from the evocative setting of Lake Como and a few hundred meters from the Castello di Vezio, the restaurant "il Portichetto", combines the warmth of the welcome offered by the management of the family Greppi, and a rich menu with...

The Sottovento restaurant with its wonderful large terrace faces the lake where it is possible to catch a glimps of Bellagio and the swiss alps beyond. Sottovento is a quite and peaceful location, where you can relax and enjoy only the sound of the...

Since 1985, La Cascata has been a path based on family tradition, hospitality as a vocation, the search for quality, professionalism and creativity at every opportunity. The place is nice, stylish and discreet. The fireplace, always on, creates a...

The Greenhouse restaurant (Le Serre), is a panoramic restaurant on the fifth floor; ‘Moonlight Restaurant’, open-air restaurant situated on the panoramic 4th-floor terrace; panoramic ‘The Turrett’, 4th floor panoramic bar, with large solarium; Bar...

Menu changes every night of the week (and which in turn changes every three or four weeks without recurrence). The customer can only decide whether to take the entire menu (from starter to dessert) or just a dish or two (but always within the menu...

The Albergo Ristorante Gnocchi is housed in an old building located in the heart of historic Cortenova, a beautiful small town framed by the mountains of the Valsassina. The hotel offers its guests 23 rooms.The Gnocchi Restaurant is ideal for...

Our hotel is known by Italian and international clientele for hospitality and service quality. It’s the perfect stop for peace of mind in the mountains of Valsassina. Ideal as a stopover for your summer holiday and as a starting point for mountain...

Our clients have a breathtaking view directly onto the Upper Lario basin a splendid open-air terrace. This view also takes in the natural amphitheatre afforded by the surrounding Orobiche and Retiche Alpes mountains. The peacefulness of this...

Welcome to the Ristorante Pizzeria Il Faro, a few steps from the lake, in a pedestrian zone. It’s a special place where you can also take advantage of the wide veranda in the summer. Private parking available.We are a Pizzeria Restaurant, we offer...

A restaurant on the beach and perfect destination for those who want to spend a day 'away' from the usual monotony. Located directly on the largest and most beautiful beach on Lake Como, you can spend a wonderful day outdoors soaking up the sun with...

Surrounded by green, set between the gardens of the neoclassical Villa Melzi and the Romanesque Church of St. Mary Silvio’s is the ideal place for a romantic dinner or a quality meal with Family of Friends. Apartments and rooms with great views are...

In summer, our terraces are the perfect place where have dining and enjoy the fantastic landscape: a wide view of lake and mountains. Crotto di Biosio is located just outside the village overlooking the Como Lake. In winter, we host you in our...

Our restaurant is located in the romantic courtyard at the Antico Pozzo Apartments. Our guests can taste traditional dishes, lakeside specialities and the classical pizza. The menu changes according to the season so that that produce is always fresh...

La Goletta is a new restaurant with typical Italian regional cuisine at the Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni, directed by Chef Ettore Bocchia, a great lover of Mediterranean cuisine and researcher of the highest quality ingredients. The wooden walls and...

The restaurant, reviewed by the best restaurant guides and holder of a star in the Michelin Guide, is directed by chef Ettore Bocchia, who is passionate about Mediterranean cuisine, known for his skill in seeking out ingredients of the highest...

Our type of kitchen is Classic, the old grandmother's recipes that combined with a pinch of creativity become unique dishes, colourful and tasty, especially with an eye to health. We seek to enhance the flavours of foods without overdoing it with...

Discover our history and our kitchen and the possibilities that we have to organize an event in a unique environment in one of the most exclusive locations of ItalyOur buffet, consisting of local products provides several proposals of meats,...

Fine dining and warm hospitality. A multi-award winning Chef Luigi Gandola, and his staff are proud to introduce you to and let you sample the cuisine of Lake Como. From the center of Bellagio you get there on foot, however, a free shuttle service...

The restaurant at Lido di Cadenabbia exudes a romantic and cozy, perfect for a meal with family or friends. Offering spectacular views of Lake Como and Bellagio, the restaurant of the beach is the perfect place to dine and enjoy classic Italian...

Mediterranean kitchen couples courses with season ingredients, competent technique, originality and careful presentation. We are a few minutes distance from Bellagio old town center, in the wonderful setting of Loppia, ancient fishermen village, and...

The most characteristic place where to share some good food in Bellagio. Since 1973 when Nonna Pina used to run the Trattoria with her son Edoardo, the place still offers you a piece of Italian tradition for everyone's pocket. The place has the...

Welcome to Pizzeria Balognett in beautiful Tremezzo, Italy. We celebrate the simple pleasures of authentic Italian home cooking in a welcoming and romantic atmosphere. From wood-oven pizzas to vegetables harvested from our own gardens, we’re proud...

The "Osteria Quatro Pass", quiet and comfortable, is ideal for those who want to have a pleasant romantic moment but also be in the company of family and close friends. An old warehouse transformed into an intimate and refined setting where you can...

To the table! Dinner under the stars and lunch by the pool, the menu changes with the seasons. Traditional dishes and creative cooking, fresh ingredients and our own true flavors. PIZZA FOR ALL TASTES! Wine list is very inviting, good choices and...

The Albergo Milano is a small gem in the Lake Como area: it is located in the historical center of Varenna, a charming village on the central shore of the lake which has recently become a favourite destination for tourists from all over the world....

A hidden gem located near Perledo, serving authentic Italian food for many generations. Consistently well reviewed and fondly remembered as a highlight by many a visitor. For some years now we’ve been offering this novel and interesting opportunity,...

This restaurant with view on Lake Como is one of the few places where you can enjoy the flavors of the Lake Como cuisine revisited with real mastery. The Restaurant La Darsena has a wonderful view on the Bellagio promontory and on the Grigne thanks...

Welcome to our family run restaurant since 1965, when it was inaugurated by Ostinelli Antonio and Beatrice. The restaurant is located on the famous Salita Serbelloni also known as the "Ditch" a time of the ancient town boundary. Bilacus in Latin...

The restaurant Vecchia Varenna, located in the historic part of town, has a terrace surrounded by the waters of Lake Como. The premises of the 1400s, now used as a restaurant, were home to an ancient laboratory of black marble of Varenna. It is...

Fellaria Glacier is located in Valmalenco (SO), upstream of Lake Gera and Bignami Refuge. To reach the lake, from the refuge, you continue following the Marson Glaciological Trail towards the eastern tongue of the glacier.The lake is located in a...

Lake Como Enjoy Experience is an association based in Dervio where we have an information kiosk (Infopoint). We promote exploring Lake Como by sail boat, walking, and bicycle. Come and visit us, we can provide suggestions on how best to enjoy your...

Located in Osteno, few km from Porlezza, straight on Lugano Lake, this is a very interesting canyon that follow the local river. It offers some nice slides, optional jumps ’till 5 meters and a remarkable experience through a cave system. Not always...

The best one! We will hike along the wilderness of Perlana Valley, along an historical path, facing the famous Santuario della Madonna del Soccorso. Then we will descend the river, enoying the untouched nature, several slides, jumps (optional up to...

Agua rafting was born to propose something unique in the Lombardy, to show the beauty of Valtellina from an unusual point of view: the river. Come down the river with us. For us the river is life and rafting means love and respect for sport and the...

The most spectacular way to cross the Alps is catch the Bernina Express from Tirano to St, Moritz. The train links up regions with different languages and cultures. This is not a rack railway and the train winds its way gently through splendid...

15 minutes to Lake Como going up from Menaggio, the Grotte di Rescia are a series of caves unified to a single complex at the beginning of the 20th century, wind along a tourist route of about 500 mt on the mountain slopes, on the eastern shore of...

“Path of Expression”, which was inaugurated in 2014, goes through the Regional Forest Valle Intel and it is an interesting trail to visit where visitors can encounter along this magical trail between art and nature, many wooden sculptures and carved...

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...

Exploring the amazing Como Lake; Bellagio Rent A Boat is located next to Lido di Bellagio. Discover offers and itineraries throught Como Lake’s magnificent places and book your experience! Unforgettable hours to discover Lake Como, among famous...

FlyTicino flies 365 days a year (weather permitting). We mostly fly from Monte Generoso, and from 6 other flying locations near Lugano. All of our pilots possess the official Swiss Tandem FSVL license and speak English, German, French and Italian....

For 125 years now, the rack railway has been running along a picturesque 9 km stretch of mountain in scenary in the Monte Generoso nature park, from Capolago on Lake Lugano to the Monte Generoso summit at 1704 m. altitude. The steam train built in...

Lago Darengo is a beautiful mountain lake situated at 1790 m. altitude. The ideal starting point is from Crotto Dangri (650 m) above Gravedona ed Uniti, 10 km away from Lake Como and 3 km after Livo village (be carefull on the last 3 km which are...

No-stress cycling! The cycle path that crosses the entire lower Valtellina valley is perfect for those who prefer problem-free pedaling without any competitive stress, cycling at their own pace purely and simply for the pleasure of enjoying nature...

Lake Como Adventure Park is an adventure park locate on the western side of Lake Como, just 20 minutes away from Gravedona. It is a place sorrounded by nature, designed to entertain end excite adults, teens and children, ideal for those who love...

Starting from Bellagio, the Passo del Ghisallo ascent is 10.6 km long. Over this distance, you climb 552 meters. At the top is the Cycling Museum and the Church of Madonna del Ghisallo which is dedicated to cycling. A must ride and visit for avid...

BikeLivigno MTB School is composed of qualified MTB guides and professional instructors, who will transmit to you their passion for mountain biking and their knowledge of the territory, allowing you to fully enjoy your time in Lake Como as well as...

Located above the Mezzola Lake, The “Tracciolino” is a small piece of art that has no equal in the Alps, whose construction dates back to the thirties. Bridges and tubbels in the mountains, often bravely constructed on overhanging rocks, to allow...

Located in Breglia (780m), 7 km from Menaggio, it offers visitors a spectacular view of central Lake Como and the Bellagio peninsula. Inside there is a sculpture of the Madonna, carved in marble....

Located up the Grona Mountain, at 600 m. altitude, above the town of Menaggio ( 10 minutes by car) .Plesio is the ideal start point to many hikings like Rifugio Menaggio, Sant Amate, Alpe di Nesdale, Mount Grona and Mount Bregagno. Things to see:...

A hike that starts not far from Como with spectacular views of Lake Como and the Italian and Swiss Alps, Monte Colmegnone (m 1.383) is also known as Poncione di Laglio. The altitude gain of the hike is about 1000 meters. You can reach it from either...

Located in centre of Menaggio, the owners Beba and Francesca, offer its customers, various special treatment for body, face, hands and foot; waxing, hot stone massage, reflexology and aromatherapy; possibility to buy special packages. Pure relax for...

The Gazzirola (also known as Garzirola) 2112 metres, is a mountain of the Lugano Prealps on the Swiss-Italian border. It is a moderately difficult hike in Val Cavargna near Lake Como. This hike rewards you with sweeping panorama over Lake Como (you...

Villa Maresi was built on the ruins of an ancient medieval castle is part of the system of fortifications dating back to the Franco-Hispanic war that ended in 1529....

Enjoy the breathtaking views aboard Trombetta Express while you make your way to see and visit attractions in Bellagio with many stops. You can get on and off with the same ticket. Organize your visits to villas, restaurants, shopping and other...

The “Wall of Sormano” is a climb famous for being one of the most severe in any road cycling race, with an average gradient of 17% and a maximum of 25%. Recently restored in 2006, it now features split-times and stenciled quotes from riders. The...

Hotel Il Perlo Panorama is the First Bike Hotel in Bellagio and is perfectly located at the beginning of the historical Ghisallo Climb. Services include: free bike safe storage, first mechanical aid set, technical help, laundry services, maps &...

Mountain Bike Guide featuring a variety of tours around Lake Como. Tours can consist of 1/2 day, 1 day and 2 day trips starting from 50 Euro. Bicycle rentals are available from 30 Euro....

A great SPA with a Wellness centre for massages and body treatments, inside pools for swimming, water keep fit, fitness studios, in summer an outdoor pool in a park as well as bars and restaurants. Our Wet Life SPA offers: Turkish bath, Hammam,...

C-Spa represents the excellence of physical and metal well being. An oasis of pleasure, to regain harmony in an atmosphere of absolute intimacy. Consists of 3 thermal pools; indoor outdoor, Turkish bath, invigorating and energizing waterfall,...

A place where you can stop time, take a break and recharge with new energy, reshape your body and fill your mind with new and extraordinary sensations. The property is set in a new complex fully furnished and designed to wrap you in a warm and...

We are the first one ever cycling touring specialist on Lake Como area. Since 2007 we’ve been hiring high end racing bikes to cycling enthusiasts and offer guided and sel-guided cycling tours around lake Como. Pietro is your tour guide supported by...

A magical place to regain serenity and harmony through the water in all its forms: emotional shower, Turkish bath, Bio-Sauna, ice waterfall, Hydromassage. Offering a variety of massage, body treatments and beauty services including manis, pedis and...

An oasis to spend a few hours or the day, to rediscover the meaning of time, rebalance your body and clear your mind. It is a precious and unique place where water and heat, combined with new technologies for health and beauty, offer guests an...

Located on the northern slope of Monti Valletto (m. 2370) and Ponteranica (m. 2378). The construction of the dam, which occurred in the early years after World War II, expanded the lake’s capacity. Part of a popular hike to enjoy the beautiful views...

In a new space of 650 sq.m. the personnel of Bio-Spa Carèra will fulfill all your wishes and needs delivering energy to your life. Facilities include an indoor and outdoor heated swimming pool (32°C) with: niches with foot massage, massage on three...

An extraordinary experience for the whole family. Through a variety of skills courses you will be suspended between trees, walk on wooden walkways, rope bridges, suspended logs, and ziplines. Experience courage, self-confidence, solidarity with...

A spa that offers luxury facilities to the whole family: “To be comfortable with who we love the most. Not only a spa, but a place to grow, regain vitality and balance through unique paths and high level. Young and old together, to the same...

An outdoor museum focusing on Abstract Sculpture with an exhibition area of more than 120 acres. The Rossini Art Site resonates in many ways with its founder’s desire to create a flexible, friendly and enjoyable place for families. At RAS, kids can...

The magnificence of Liberty style villas owned by the international jet set. The romance of a pristine alpine lake. The breathtaking views of the Alps, just behind. “That branch of the Lake of Como” – famously mentioned by Manzoni in the novel “The...

This waterfall originates from a cave at the bottom of the Palio Costa, near Morterone in Val Taleggio. There is also a popular pool deep enough for those who wish to brave a jump. The Enna can be visited along a spectacular gorge about 3 km long,...

Extending along the Breggia river, this park is renown for its geological importance and was Switzerland’s first “geo-park”. The area is rich in fossils and evidence of ancient seas. Of historical interest is the Red Church (14th c.) and a castle...

Free yourself from the stress of work, forget the frenzy of a thousand daily commitments, dive into a world of pure relaxation dedicated to the care of the body and mind. The activity is to beauty and wellness center newly developed for the...

Switzerland on a smaller scale with 120 models of houses, castles and monuments in an open air park. The models have been recreated authentically with great attention to detail and include sites such as the Heidi Village in Maienfeld, the castles of...

Originally a medieval church (XI century) but many additions and changes have taken place over the centuries. For several years it served as the parish church of Sormano, Caglio and Rezzago. The building, located at a higher level than the street,...

Located in the popular FoxTown Factory Outlet mall, this casino features 28 gaming tables, 350 slot machines, bars and a restaurant. Open 18 hours a day from Sunday to Thursday and 20 hours a day on Friday and Saturday. Lots of parking available....

The building now houses the Civic Archaeological Museum Paolo Giovio, is one of the most interesting palaces of the city of Como and retains part of the eighteenth-century interior. The palace, located in a square within the walled city and includes...

Dates from the late eighteenth century but has undergone major renovations and expansions over time. Villa Giovio is located within a park, part of which runs along the long driveway that leads directly to the front of the building whose rustic...

Designed by architect Cesare Cattaneo and painter Mario Radice in 1935. It is a complex construction of circular elements whose harmonious composition consists of four spheres arranged on each other with alternate horizontal rings. Originally...

The church is located next to the parish church of SS. Quirico e Giulitta and is accessed by three steps. It dates from the fourteenth century and was enlarged with the construction of two bays in the middle of the sixteenth century. Noteworthy are...

The church of St. George is located in Bellagio, next to City Hall. It is contemporary with the Basilica of St. James, dating back to ' XI - XII century (dated between 1080 and 1120). Originally the apse and altar were facing east; but then moved...

Located in Montepiatto, a village high above Torno with great hiking trails and equally fantastic views of the lake is the "Stone pendula", boulder resting on a pedestal. This boulder with its base has the appearance of a mushroom. It is thought...

First mentioned the thirteenth century, but excavations, have unearthed remains of a chapel built in eleventh and the twelfth century and rebuilt in the fifteenth century. The bell tower has been dated to the second half of the eleventh century. A...

With origins in the 17th century and remodelled later with an image of the patron saint on the facade by Bernardino Barelli. Noteworthy are the altar sculptures, frescoes, stucco, oil paintings, a Renaissance tabernacle and the wooden reliquary...

Although early in Christian origin, this church collapsed due to erosion at the end of the 16th century and was completely rebuilt in the Baroque style. Of note, are lavish frescos, sculpture wooden inlaid furniture and a stone font presbytery....

A paradise on Lake Como!. The beach is part of Juancito Restaurant, equipped with deckchairs, sun beds and umbrellas, overlooking the wharf with snack bar service. Swimming, water sports and boat excursions available. Outdoor tables allow for events...

Villa and conference centre with an extensive English Garden. The construction of the villa, built perhaps on the remains of an ancient fortification dating back to the sixteenth century. The beautiful terraces of the park, with steps, balustrades...

The ice cave of Moncodeno is the most famous cave with glacial deposits in the Lombardia Region (even described by Leonardo Da Vinci). It is the symbol of the whole plateau of Moncodeno with its 1,190 m depth, it is one of the deepest caves in Italy...

Migliavacca villa dates back to the early 1900’s and was built by Antonio Migliavacca, a well-known Milanese frequenter of Valsassina and pioneer of the tourist development of the valley. The beautiful building is located in a park in the center of...

The cableway reaches Piani di Artavaggio at 1800m high and becomes a point of departure for walks suitable for all kind of hikers or for a simple stops in one of the many mountain Rifugio to taste typical valley cuisine....

This cableway in the heart of Valsassina connects the town of Barzio with Piani di Bobbio (2150m), an area that in the winter season is a paradise for snow lovers with its always snow-clad trails, while in the summer it’s the ideal destination for a...

Town in the province of Bergamo renown for its namesake carbonated mineral water, thermal baths, casino and art nouveau buildings. Located just an hour north east of the city of Lecco, this location promises to be a romantic getaway that combines a...

A facility that emphasizes the regenerative powers of the area’s water, earth, air and light to purify the mind, body and spirit. “A meeting place of two everlasting twin souls: Health and Beauty”. The spa is associated with Villa delle Ortensie...

In the seventeenth century the inhabitants of this village near Lecco were granted the right to fish in the river Adda. Fishing boats were pulled up on dry land when done with their day’s catch and when combined with the small fisherman homes became...

A 10.5 meter, four sided climbing wall with about thirty routes ranging in difficulty from grade 3 to 7b +! The property is accessible depending on weather conditions, from March to September. Summer evenings are open to the public in the presence...

Built for the Abbot Marco Gallio on the site of Paolo Giovio's sixteenth-century villa called "The Museum", it dates back to the beginning of the seventeenth century. It has a simple layout, with two loggias on the ground floor, one facing the lake...

The villa is now headquarters of Antonio Ratti foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to the culture of textiles and contemporary art. It was built between 19th and the beginning of 20th century and belonged to different people. Among them...

A UNESCO World Heritage site consisting of a holy road and sanctuary on a “Sacred Mountain”. The path combines art and spirituality consisting of 14 chapels that recall the mysteries of Rosario, a pilgrimage destination since the Middle Ages....

Lido in Erba on Lake Segrino with sauna and bar open in the evening. Can be reserved for private parties. Use of sun beds, umbrellas and sports equipment included. Rental canoes, rowing boats, water bicycles also available. Perhaps one of the most...

Built towards the end of 1300 to replace an existing chapel. The church, a single nave, built of local stone and brick, houses the remains of votive frescoes of the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries. It underwent two periods of restoration: one in...

Geological formations resembling mushrooms created when water running off the slopes was diverted by large boulders. The boulders imposing size and weight protected the underlying material from erosion and gave rise to the characteristic shape of a...

Romanesque in origin, but built on the foundations of a medieval church as demonstrated by archaeological excavations. Another testimony to its antiquity is the dedication to Saints Cosmas and Damian, doctors who were martyred in the fourth century...

A beach with free entrance. Rent sun loungers with side table for € 5.00 all day add € 3.00 for umbrella. The beach is a popular gathering spot and can be quite busy in the summer. Consists of sand, and partly stone. Concession stands are nearby for...

Beach combining a restaurant and disco with unprecedented views of Lake Como. Free entrance. Rent a sun chair, umbrella included, with shower service for € 6.00 from Monday to Friday and € 10,00 on Saturday and Sunday. Free lounger for children up...

Located on the shore of Lake Garlate near the cycle pedestrian path linking Lecco to Garlate, Olginate, Calolziocorte and Vercurago. It is a stretch of beach easily reachable with convenient parking and near Lungo Lago Aldo Moro....

Located a few kilometers from Bellagio in the Larian Triangle. 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...

This is situated in the locality of Rovasco and is from the 12th-13th centuries. It was renovated several times and was extended in the fourteenth century. It has preserved frescoes of the Blessed Virgin with Baby Jesus and St. Christopher. It is...

The village contains this interesting church that dates back to the 14th century. It has a fine Romanesque bell tower and a decorated Renaissance portal. An ancient chest behind the altar preserves a precious reliquary, a nail of the Holy Cross....

Built in the space of ten years from 1766-1776. Characterized by a bright interior with elegant harmonious architecture. The walls are like arabesque allegories and symbols of the Passion (spears, lanterns, nails ...). The four corners of the dome,...

Located in the center of Lecco, this church was built in memory of the fallen of World War I. Constructed in the Romanesque Revival-style, it has horizontal stripes of alternating white stone and granite from the Chiavenna valley. The bell tower is...

Since 1892, Tasell has been offering boat rentals, taxi and boat charters, transfers and cruises to discover the lake while accompanied by professional guides. A wide variety of boats are available to suit every requirement from a romantic couple...

The San Tomaso Park occupies the lower foothills of the ridge of Corno Birone (1,116 m), Mount Rai (1,250 m), Mount Prà Santo (1,245 m) and the Colma di Val Ravella (939 m). The park offers a beautiful landscape from just a short distance from the...

Parish church built in the sixteenth century and later remodeled. The choir has a fresco by painter G. Quaglio. Next to the parish is the Oratory dedicated to Santa Marta with a fascinating frescoed facade in bas-relief from the sixteenth century,...

Located in a beautiful natural setting surrounded by quiet woods and stately lime trees, on a plateau halfway up the mountain Pìnzernone. The shrine is dedicated to a young martyr of the fourth century; who is always represented with weapons, in...

Originated in the eleventh century as a building with a single nave, then it changed to three in the following centuries. The church has beautiful statues, decorated with low and high stucco relief and valuable fresco paintings from the 17 and 18th...

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...

This parish church rebuilt between 1725 and 1738, is a remarkable example of Baroque art. Inside, in addition to the frescoes of Luigi Tagliaferro, is a valuable painting of the "Madonna of the Seven Sorrows" and a wooden statue of Lorenzo Matieli...

Built in the Romanesque period, between the 11 and 12th centuries, but underwent many changes and expansions to its current appearance. It was the first parish church of Molina; over the centuries, the population of this village moved increasingly...

The elegant boats of Taxi Boat Varenna offer guided tours of picturesque towns, villas and Lake Como’s beautiful surroundings away from the bustle of busy streets. Our services include tailor-made tours, a water venue for celebrations like a...

Just north of Como, is this charming Lido, situated next to the Hotel Imperiale. It provides a relaxed environment in which to enjoy a natural lake swim, that includes divings. A snack shop and an authentic restaurant called Imperialino is located...

Ancient and modern printing, from mobile characters to computers is the theme of this museum. Here one can see antique-type lithographic presses, machines for the casting of the lead characters, the first cameras dating back from the end of...

With renewed popularity of Jurassic Park’s movie series, this destination is guaranteed to be a hit with kids of all ages. Full size models abound along with fossils, maze and playground. Along its shaded route with intermittent ponds and lakes, are...

A great little activity to provide some distraction to kids who may be all “villa’d" out or just need some chill time. Conveniently located close to Lido di Menaggio near the lake....

Located on one of the most picturesque locations on Lake Como (open from 9 to 7pm daily). The pool area and sun deck offer a splendid panorama of the lake and surrounding mountains, in an atmosphere of charm and relaxation. The solarium is set up...

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...

Designed by local architect Giuseppe Bovara and inaugurated in 1844 with a performance of “Anna Bolena" by Gaetano Donizzetti. The theatre has a typical Neoclassical style and was built by the will of some Lecco’s families, being part of the...

This beach is not visible from the road adding to its feeling of isolation in a natural setting. Parking is nearby however. Since it’s western facing, it sees the sun all day long. While the beach has no facilities, a few restaurants can be found...

It’s a boulder of pyramidal shape that owes its curious name to a crescent engraved on one side, of natural origin, accompanied by the letters PLDB (Moon Stone of Bellagio) and the date 1782, which commemorates the end of a period of dispute between...

The family bankers Amsick from Hamburg bought several properties in the enchanting corner of San Giovanni. The project involved demolition of some houses, silk factories, and three villas overlooking a lake. For this reason, in San Giovanni there is...

Villa del Grumello is an historical mansion placed in a breathtaking setting: a wonderful park overlooking the lake. The villa’s interior can only be experienced for special functions and events but its majestic exterior can be viewed by the public...

Adjacent to Park Maier, is this villa built in the mid-nineteenth century for the Milan Bar Emilio Ferrario and Pompey, before moving into the hands of various owners. Initially the villa was surrounded by a large park that later in 1925 was...

Built in 1790 and renovated in 1850 in neoclassical form, Villa Geno is located alongside the famous Como fountain, featuring a jet of water 30 meters high. It is set in a unique natural complex consisting of the Lake and the promontory as a...

My name is Claudio Pozzi and my passion for the mountains became a job in 2010. I am a UIAGM certified alpine guide and a member of the Regional Board of Alpine Guides in Lombardy (Italy). I offer numerous activities in the mountains and areas...

Go karting in Como for kids 6 and up (130cm) and adults with several track layouts available. Open seven days a week....

From the original James Bond film "Goldeneye" with Pierce Brosnan. The world's most famous jump – and with its 220m in height – a world record. This key scene was shot exactly here: Verzasca Dam in Ticino, Switzerland. Apart from "Goldeneye",...

Private villa viewable only from outside or the lake. Owned by Count Mario Allamel, a very affable host who frequently invited with Cernobbio’s citizens to literary events and music in the beautiful garden and gazebo. It is located on a lakefront...

Spectacular views of Lake Como reward your hike to Pilone and Sasso San Martino, the mountain that is directly above the town of Griante. This is an easy to moderate hike. It takes about 1.5 to 2.5 hours to walk to Pilone, and another 45 minutes to...

This cave is located above Tremezzo lasting a little less than half a day and is one of the easiest ones to undertake. The entrance of the cave is reached after 50 minutes of walking while the entire cave (400 meters) takes about 2 hours to...

Lake como transfers provides luxury transportation, limo service, private transfers, tailor made excursions and concierge services on Lake Como. If you are arriving on Lake Como for Leisure, Business or a Wedding, wouldn’t you feel special,...

Lake Como Trek is a great idea for those who want to take pleasure in walking through an area rich in nature and history and at the same time enjoy the wonderful views of Lake Como. Lake Como Trek organizes individual self-guided treks around Lake...

These fortresses number among the finest examples of medieval fortification architecture in the alpine region. Bellinzona's fortifications, actually go much further back to a prehistoric settlement on Castelgrande hill, an are mainly the result of...

Located just minutes south of Bellagio’s town centre is this charming little village that can be reached by foot, car or a shuttle train known as “Trombetta". Noteworthy is the small dock with examples of “Lucie" or traditional fishing boats with...

Located opposite Comacina island, this villa was once the home to many distinguished individuals including Beccaria Bonesana who built the villa in the 18th century and much later Cesare Cantu, writer, historian and patriot who left it to his...

Casa Brenna Tosatto is in Campo di Lenno, situated on the western branch of the Lake Como, an area which offers wonderful natural landscapes and rare examples of architectural and artistic history. Here you can learn the art of water colour painting...

Casa Brenna Tosatto is in Campo di Lenno, situated on the western branch of the Lake Como, an area which offers wonderful natural landscapes and rare examples of architectural and artistic history. Here you can learn the art of cooking with...

Jurassic cave located just north of Erba. The entrance is enormous frequently compared to Milan’s Cathedral at about 45 meters in height, 38 wide and over 400 in length. Use of the cave dates back to Paleolithic times as evidenced by flints and...

Need a place to give the kids a break but also be able to go for a work out or a pampering massage? Located in nearby Swirzerland, this pool facility with spa, fitness centre, splash pad and slides is less than half an hour away from Como at the...

The Golf Club Lanzo was founded in 1962 by the great architect Donald Harradine. The 9-hole course is located at a height of 1000m and winds across the woods and clearings of Pian delle Noci with stunning views of the surrounding valleys and...

Situated in Switzerland about 10 kilometres south of Lugano. With its characteristic small alleys, old Patrician homes, valuable architectural monuments and its natural beauty, the lakefront position, Morcote is considered the “Pearl of Lake...

Swiss town located less than an hour away from Como on a glacial lake of the same name. Its Swiss-Mediterranean mix of cultures is reflected in its architecture and cuisine. Its main square, Piazza della Riforma, is ringed with pastel-colored,...

In the hills of Tremezzo is the town of Rogaro whose old centre consists of 18th century homes grouped around the Baroque church dedicated to Mary. The church houses the famous wooden statue known as the Black Madonna which is said to have been...

A natural reserve located between Menaggio and Lake Lugano. It boasts a remarkably varied ecosystem, where different habitats coexist closely together. Many arboreal and floral species can be found in the marsh with abundance of specimens. The...

Located next to Villa d’Este, the garden of Villa Pizzo has an Italian arrangement on the east side, with tidy paths that travel through flower beds, and baroque fountains. On the western side, the old dock opens onto the pool of Villa d’Este, while...

Presently the municipal office for the town of Cavallasca and tourist office for Spina Verde Park, the villa is surrounded by a beautiful park and terraces. The building has important wall paintings, mythological and biblical in theme. Noteworthy...

Monument to the fallen of World War I, designed in 1926 by architect Giuseppe Terragni and built between 1928 and 1931. It consists of a long stone staircase and river pebbles surrounded by cypress trees. The staircase consists of four flights and...

Just north of Lake Como located in the centre of the Valchiavenna valley. The town has a rich history exemplified by buildings and palaces with beautiful facades, doors in soapstone and squares with splendid fountains. Among the attractions: The...

Bormio’s origns are inextricably linked to its thermal waters which have been renown for their curative powers since ancient times. The baths at Bagni Vecchi, Bagni Nuovi and Terme di Bormio, are among the more noteworthy examples amid the area’s...

Resort town in the Engadine valley in Switzerland and host to the Winter Olympics in 1928 and 1948. It is a popular destination of the upper class and international jet set, as well as one of the most expensive ski resorts in the world. Due to its...

Located north east of Lake Como’s uppermost reach is the Valtallina Valley that is home to some of the most spectacular mountain and valley hiking, rock climbing and bouldering. The area is supported by a number of Rifuggii (eg. Gianetti) offering...

Located in an Italian enclave within the Swiss canton of Ticino and separated from the rest of Italy by mountains, is the Casino Municipale. With an area of 55,000 square meters it is currently the biggest in Europe. The futuristic building with...

Located 30 km from Lake Como, Bergamo is the second most visited city in Lombardy after Milan. It is widely acknowledged as a city of rare beauty famous for its artistic treasures and enchanting medieval atmosphere. Bergamo is comprised of two...

Visit a century old mine and see the techniques employed to extract barite an important mineral used to refine sugar, in rubber, coated papers, pigments, glues, plastics and in protective materials against radiation. The material comes out the...

Experience cooking guided by an experienced housewife teaching you how to prepare a perfect traditional meal for your family and friends the Italian way. Join Daniela to go grocery shopping in food boutiques in the old town of Bellagio. Then make...

A day trip to Milan from Como is only a 40 minute train ride, so if you the time to visit this historical city, rich in cultural heritage be sure to put it on your list. Counted amongst its more famous attractions is the Cathedral with a capacity of...

The Kilometer of Knowledge (Chilometro della Conoscenza) is a path on the western shore of Lake Como - a kilometer long - that starts from Villa Olmo, crosses a bridge through the municipality of Serre, Villa del Grumello, and ends at Villa Sucota....

Monument to commemorate the victims of World War II and resistance movements. The monument is a project of Milan sculptor Gianni Colombo. It is located in a park by the lake. It combines stones from Nazi concentration camps and city of Hiroshima...

The baths date from the first century A.D. to the present day. Since the second half of the first century AD, the remains of Roman baths were spread over an area of about 1500 square meters. Thanks to recovery work in recent years, the baths are now...

Villa del Grumello is an historical mansion placed in a breathtaking setting: a wonderful park overlooking the lake. Surrounded by secular trees, it boasts an incredible view and charms its visitors with its elegance and magnificence. The park of...

Educational science museum that was inaugurated in 1917 aiming at providing educational tools for teaching science in school. The room that hosts the museum is painted with frescos inspired by nature and displays images of all Nobel Laureates who...

Located on the top floor of Riva 1920, a notable furniture manufacturer. It houses over 4,000 historic woodworking machines and tools. This is the biggest of such collections in the whole of Italy. The aim of the exhibition is to rediscover the...

Located above the village of Cernobbio, it is the starting point of the famous route known as “Via dei Monti Lariani", a hiking and cycling trail of 125 km on the mountains of the western shore of Lake Como. Many of the villages connected by the...

Outside of Lasnigo is the Romanesque church of Sant’Alessandro which lies on a slope boulevard flanked by an eighteenth-century chapels of the Cross. In ancient times the original church was built on a lower plateau. Then the bell tower was moved to...

Daniel Libeskind created this dazzling 16.5 meter (54 feet) high stainless steel sculpture near Piazza Cavour, Como. The public monument, the first contemporary work ever to be installed in Como, is an homage to famed scientist Alexander Volta who...

The white church of San Calimero with its characteristic sloping roof red, is very well known in Northern Grigna. It stands clearly visible looking at the mountains above Pasturo and offers a spectacular view, overlooking the Valsassina, Zuccone...

Riva Bianca beach in Lierna is one of the most beautiful beaches of Lake Como. Its name is due to its wonderful white small pebbles and it is near the old district of Castello di Lierna. Easy to be reached: along the old lakeside road arriving in...

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...

A series of sculptures and paintings of Italian and European artists, creating a veritable outdoor museum while respecting the area’s pristine landscape. The works have been created by various artists with the intent of both beautifying and...

South of Como is this spectacular sanctuary that was declared part of European Heritage. Built between 1498 and 1510, it is one of the most important examples of Lombardy Renaissance. Designed by many famous artists such as Pellegrino Tibaldi,...

Rock face overlooking a foot/bicycle path with stunning views of the lake. Total height is 200m with difficulty ranging from 4a/8a+. Follow the signs until you reach the center of Menaggio, then go past it. Just before the tunnel, there is...

Because the journey to a more holistic approach to health is such a personal one, we at the Parco San Marco believe that each person’s requirements along the way will be as individual as they are. Thus our well-being philosophy focuses specifically...

The valley opens up to display a wide, green landscape that is pristine and wild. You can reach the Sanctuary of Madonna della Neve, symbol of the valley, and a rifugio of the same name where the view opens to the mountain Pizzo dei Tre Signori. It...

The 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 House Museum of Moggio was commissioned in 1991 by Maria Goretti who, donated the property to the parish with the stipulation that it be used to benefit the community. The Museum includes historical objects, old photographs, fossils and minerals...

The Sanctuary and the Convent of Santa Maria del Lavello finds origins from an old story. In 1480 water sprang suddenly from beneath an ancient burial place and soon got the reputation of being miraculous, therefore becoming a pilgrimage site. In...

Contains a collection of natural history (fossils, minerals, dioramas of animals and a butterfly collection), archaeological and ethno-anthropological material with a reconstruction of a "Casel ", the typical hut of Maggengo. It is the first local...

Located in Lake Pusiano between Como and Lecco whose name is due to the presence of over 130 cypresses, most of them old-centuries ones. The isle is a natural hill and was fortified during the medieval period. The isle hosts a private residence,...

The burial town where Alessandro Volta is buried was originally called Camnago, and took the name of Camnago Volta in 1863 in honour of this great scientist. The mausoleum, a temple of neoclassic style, was finished in 1831, decorated with statues...

When flying with a paraglider, you do not ‘jump’ as a skydiver, but takeoff like an airplane . The takeoff is generally done from a gentle slope after checking that the sail is properly inflated. Once airborne, the only noise will be the wind’s...

Includes the Basilica of St. Vincent and the Baptistery of St. John the Baptist and is one of the most famous monuments of Lombardian Romanesque architecture. The building, dated 1007, stands as one of the first accounts of the organic form of the...

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...

The shrine of Madonna del Bosco is one of the most famous sanctuaries devoted to Mary in all Lombardy, due to its link to Pope John XXIII. The shrine is a great example of Lombardy Baroque and it is placed in the river Adda’s valley on a hill...

Somasca in the upper part of Vercurago and the starting point for a religious itinerary tracing St. Gerolamo Emiliani’s, who shared his life with the poor and orphans. The path concludes at on a hilltop at the “Castle of the Unnamed" offering...

In 1962 Count Mario Bagno desired to build a “Las Vegas" in Lake Como. The ambitious project included the construction of many buildings, a shopping center, a Chinese pagoda, a dance hall, luxury hotel and even a race track. In 1976, unfortunately,...

Parlasco is one of the smallest Italian towns located in the Regional Park of the Northern Grigna in Valsassina. It is on the main road connecting Lake Lecco to Valsassina and joins Alpe Cainallo with Cortenova. Myth and reality are perfectly mixed...

Crespi d’Adda workers’ village is a UNESCO site: a modern vision of the ideal city built around the life of local manufacturing companies and the family. It is an outstanding example of a type of a working class village developed between the...

The Abegg silk museum is housed in a 17th century silk mill built by the lakeside in Garlate and surrounded by a mulberry grove. It shows discoveries, inventions and machines for silk production, from worm breeding to fabric. It hosts a rich...

The Civic Art Gallery is located at Villa Manzoni in Lecco and hosts a selection of works belonging to the Civic Museums of Lecco and counts four hundreds paintings and two thousands engravings, divided chronologically in thematic rooms. A very...

In 1818, Pietro Monti, came to Abbadia Lariana where he transformed an old building for felting wool into silk production. In 1869 he enlarged the building and he added a new one for the spinning of cocoons; the first of the two spinning machines...

One of the most interesting areas in Lombardy from a geological, geomorphological, and paleonthological point of view. Highlights include: Limestone pavement (karstic phenomenon); stratified rocks and caves; "Acqua del Fò", a monumental a...

The Prim’Alpe Visitor’s Centre is the starting point for this interesting trail near Canzo. The hike is easy, even for young aged children. During your trek you will meet elves, gnomes, the drunken donkey and other many interesting figures, together...

An extraordinary natural sight the Troggia waterfall in Introbio Valsassina mentioned by Leonardo da Vinci in his Codex Atlanticus. The Troggia creek comes from Lake Sasso at the foot of Pizzo of Tre Signori and goes on along the Biandino valley...

You will learn an authentic method of painting handed down directly from the French Impressionists to various Americans such as John Singer Sargent and Robert Henri. This method is valid for all visual art media. You will learn not only the craft...

Villa Geno is a small lido placed on the east side of the bay of Como. From here the sight to the West side, with its neoclassic villas is amazing. The lido offers a wide meadow for sunbathing and a pool for children, bikes and umbrella rentals...

The Leonardo Ferry is a special type of hand-ferry which takes its name from its alleged inventor, Leonardo da Vinci. This only example that still works combines the river currents of Imbersago (Lecco) and Villa d'Adda (Bergamo) requiring no...

Sighignola is a mountain of the Como Prealps, located on the border between the Italian region of Lombardy and the Swiss canton of Ticino. A panoramic terrace just below the summit, and directly on the Italian side of the border, provides a...

Located at the cemetery, along the old path leading to Lanzo, it is among the most significant monuments of Valle Intelvi. The church stands on a site in itself archaeologically interesting: during work to reinforce embankments Roman tombs of...

Theme park with 39 amusement rides, farm animals, reptiles, aquarium, stage shows and 160 miniature models of well known Italian landmarks. There are many restaurants and a picnic area if you prefer to bring your own lunch. There is a huge grass...

NON SOLO BARCHE offers Boat rentals and Taxi boat service on Lake of Como. We can transport peoples from and to every places on our Lake's coasts. We have a lot of boat for rentals, with and without on board personnel. Good boats, experience and...

Parco Mayer is located at the village of Tremezzo, large and full of history hosts the swimmers among the trees, there is a bar, a pebble beach and a beach volleyball court. During the summer period is also home to several events organized by the...

Lovely and secluded beach in Careno, on the east side of the lake towards Bellagio. The beach is made up partly of natural sand and partly by grass. It 's very quiet and romantic. Nearby there is also a Trattoria but we recommend a picnic because...

Easy level canyoning located the valley between Ossuccio and Lenno (requires about 45 minutes of approach). The most distinctive feature of this canyon is the transition in a completely dark cave, various dips and a beautiful toboggan runs complete...

This canyon is located north of Lecco and it is quite long and technical. It has, however, many beautiful and fun passages that have to be visited. Minimum training and familiarity with the descents by ropes are required. Duration: 5/6 hours. Cost:...

A short and easy Canyon adventure but packs lots of fun. Ideal for those who want to try this activity but also for those who appreciate beautiful and unique environments. The water flow is always very quiet and at a pleasant temperature. You can...

Experience 21 deluxe spa double rooms with emotional showers, chromo & aromatherapy, furniture and colours oriented to the guest relaxation. A holistic view of the person starts at I-SPA, to renew your own energy thanks to a variety of...

If you want to ride a Moto Guzzi for a weekend on holiday, or just a couple of hours, you can hire it at Agostini Mandello, historical Moto Guzzi dealer known worldwide for its kindness and competence offered to all the fans of the brand for more...

Thanks to Fly Emotion, now everyone can fly! Fly Emotion is a new attraction, fit for everyone, kids and adults: no effort is required, you need just to enjoy flight and breathtaking landscapes! Thanks to a special harness, you will be fixed to a...

Our Treet-top courses are suitable for everyone’s ability and for different ages: everyone can enjoy this outdoor experience in total safety, in the nature of the Orobic Alps Park. The courses winds through the trees of our forest: beeches, poplars...

Valtellina and the river Adda are waiting to give you a unique experience with nature and landscape via raft, canoe or kayak. You can paddle the rapids of one of the most exciting rivers in Lombardy— the scene of international competitions, or more...

Nestled between Bellagio and Lecco is the Lido di Malgrate offering both a clean sandy beach and grass lawn for sunbathing and water fun. Both are easily accessed by the main road where there's plenty of paid parking. Entry to the lake is gradual...

Belgiojoso palace was built in the late 17th and early 18th centuries by the family Locatelli Valle Imagna. It was renovated in 1774 and sold to the principles Belgiojoso d'Este, from which it derives its current name. Since 1928, the palace has...

Built in 1905, the building housed the offices of the Land Registry, taxes and duties where the Lecco went to pay taxes until 1964--hence the name: Palace of Fears. It is now home to temporary exhibitions and the Section of Contemporary Art and...

The land where this shrine shrine now stands was once marsh close to the moat that surrounded the walled city of Como. It was barely habitable consisting of miserable hovels and shacks that led a dubious existence. In 1236 the canonical Erasmo...

If you want to spend a memorable day on Lake Como cruising from one lovely village to another why not hire one of our boats. All you need is a valid I.D. and a deposit which you get back when you return the boat. Explore the beauties of the...

We are part of the Anglican Church, belonging to the Diocese in Europe but we welcome all visitors of the Christian faith to our services of Holy Communion. These are held every Sunday at 10.30 am from the beginning of May to the end of October....

Pebble and grassy area beach with change rooms, showers, washroom facilities, children's games and rentals: beachchair, canoe and paddle boat. It is accessed through the Parco di Chiesa Rotta)....

Imagine your cycling tour guided by a pro rider, being at your disposal with tricks and suggestions and bringing you straight into the “Pro" world with their stories…All that without needing to be a “strong" cyclist! ComoLagoBike is an association...

Cycling around the perimeter of Lake Como is a classic ride that will give any cyclist a great sense of accomplishment. The ride is 160km long and takes you through all of Lake Como's lake side cities and villages....

Want to experience fishing on Lake Como first hand? Would you like to learn how the lake’s bounty is harvested, processed, cooked and served at its freshest? Join Alessandro Sala, a professional fisherman for a real life experience of going out and...

The club’s facilities include a swimming pool, sun bathing area with deck chairs and umbrellas, hammocks, a trampoline, ping pong, mini tennis or volleyball, canoes and row boats, and of course wakeboarding and water skiiing lessons, a bar, and the...

The Beauty Farm at the Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni is housed in the historic villa of the Grand Hotel, beside the indoor pool. The 300 square metres offer a true oasis of tranquillity in the hands of experts who can advise on the massage or...

Come fly with us. The closest paragliding school to Milan dipped in natural ambience in green Valsassina. Flylibell Paragliding School offers paragliding courses on week-ends and tandem flights all through the week. Our goal is to bring the world of...

On entering our Spa, exhale anxieties and breathe in bliss! Discover a deep sense of ease that quiets the mind, relaxes the muscles, and enlivens every pore through expert treatments. Help yourself to a hydromassage with lake view, multisensory...

Gallery space that promotes various forms of art to ordinary people, trying to combine accessibility and quality, local and universal dimension, past and present. If we want people to love culture we have to give them a reason to love it. During the...

Crocione in Italian means large cross, and that is what adorns the top of Monte Crocione, a 1641 metre peak directly above the town of Griante. From here you will experience breathtaking views of Lake Como, and the Swiss and Italian Alps....

Born and raised in Como, associated to the IFMGA (International Federation of Mountain Guides Association), great passionate of outdoor activities. I summited some of the hardest peaks of the world, I’ve been climbing in more than 25 World...

Built between 1723 and 1744 and consecrated by Bishop Albrici Pellegrini in 1764. The façade, in the Baroque style, is characterized by four pilasters and from the portal flanked by two niches and surmounted by a sundial. Above it is the date in...

Nestled in the woods of the Natural Reserve of Valle Bova, the hermitage is available to accommodate individuals, couples, priests, lay people, religious, who want to enjoy moments of silence and prayer....

The origin of Erba is lost in the mists of time, There is evidence showing the area was inhabited before the Romans. Erba, in Roman times, was named "Herba". In the Middle Ages, two important castles dominated the territory, a place located in upper...

The Romanesque church of St. Euphemia of Incino d'Erba is one of the oldest churches in the Larian Triangle, the province of Como and the Archdiocese of Milan. The church is located on the ancient road network that connected Aquileia Brescia,...

Also known as St. Anthony, as there is a preserved relic of the saint that is exposed to the congregation of the faithful every 17 January. The church was an integral part of the Franciscan convent of Santa Maria degli Angeli, founded in Crevenna at...

Spina Verde Regional Park stretches on the hills northwest of Como. The area has many interesting features: nature - with its particular geology and vegetation; archeology - with remains from the medieval Baradello Castle to recent trenches of Sasso...

Treetop trekking suitable for all ages with three separate courses based on size and skill. Located in Piani d’Erna, it’s as much fun getting there as are the activities available which also include tubing, mountain biking, nature walks and trails...

A prominent natural arch located in Formazione di Esino is a unique opening on the side of a mountain. It is a relic of a previous large karst system in the area that is evidenced by several cavities. The present morphology is due to collapse or...

Monti di Nava (850m), also referred to simply as Nava, is an area of alpine pastures in the mountains above Griante and at the foot of Monte Crocione. It was traditionally used for grazing animals such as cows and goats during the summer months, and...

Lecco is a not a tourist hot spot, but it is one of Lake Como's largest cities. It has beautiful scenery, a nice lakeside promenade, and is accessible by train. Lecco is famous for inspiring Alessandro Manzoni, one the most world-renowned and loved...

Fishing is one of our most important activities at Silvio's Hotel Restaurant. It is not only essential to our cuisine, but we also care about spreading it's culture and knowledge. At this purpose we offer our Guests the opportunity of following our...

The Park and the Villa Carcano at Anzano, in the Alta Brianza (Northern Italy), between the cities of Como and Lecco, are of exceptional landscaping, architectural and botanical value. This site has remained seemingly untouched in a region that...

Volunteers of the Cultural Center Library Bellagio deal with loaning library books and organize various cultural events....

CastaDiva Resort & Spa is a five-star luxury resort located on the east side of Lake Como, in the lovely village of Blevio, only 5 km from Como and 65 km from Milano Malpensa International Airport. The SPA, covering an area of 1.300 sq.mt., is...

Rent from a selection of exotic cars including Ferraris, Lambourghni and porsche. Then drive around Lake Como’s celebrated streets like a movie star. You’ll have heads turning and paparazzi taking pictures wondering who came to town....

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...

For a unique view of the lake, consider a helicopter tour. Its a one in a lifetime experience that will be the highlight your trip. Have a special occasion to celebrate: wedding, anniversary or birthday--this might just be the ticket....

Want to experience Lake Como end to end in minutes flat? Consider a cigar boat tour for a unique experience that won’t quickly be forgotten. Ideal way to celebrate a special event or have something to brag about when you get home....

In addition to its lavish gardens and picturesque position on the lake, Villa Monastero is also a house museum where a vast number of objects belonging to its several owners are displayed....

Villa Monastero, a property of the Province of Lecco, is one of the most interesting attractions of our territory thanks to its strategic location, its history, its landscape, its environment and for the different services which it can offer. The...

Inside Como’s walled city are many pedestrian friendly squares. Explore Piazza Fedele’s cafes or restaurants in an ambiance that is a bit more quiet than the Piazza Duomo....

Thanks to Giambattista Sommariva the villa reached its greatest glory in the 18th century, being enriched by art masterpieces and becoming a museum. Sommariva was an art collector and bought the estate at the beginning of the century; he enhanced...

Come and see the Italian garden that dates back to the XVII Century with its geometrical schema, stair and terraces, statues and fountains; feel the echoes of the Romantic period, still alive in the structure of the park with old trees of big size...

Monte Palanzone is a mountain 1436 meters high--only second to Monte San Primo in the area. It can be reached in several ways but the most populare is from Como via the funicular to Brunate, location of the lighthouse and centuries old church,...

Abbadia Lariana “natural" Beach with remote spots for relaxation. Abbadia Lariana Beach is a long and magnificent natural beach of white stones, with beach bar, green area, and easy access to the lake. On the main road from Lecco, you find the...

Montepiatto is a small settlement of houses scattered in the mountains above Torno. After a windy path a several steep staircases, you'll be awarded with beautiful views of the Como lake basin....

Church built between 1910 and 1931 in Palanzo, a small village above Faggeto Lario. The short hike affords great views of the lake from a a nearby park....

Hike that follows the course of a river, including potholes, waterfalls and waterholes of rare beauty. Forcing the hiker to numerous fords that, like it or not, they will often cool off your feet, especially during periods when the water flow is...

Available for private rental with chef and all modern amenities. Also known as Villa Taglioni, after the original owner, ballerina Marie Taglioni who in lived in the feudal home for forty years. The property later went to Michele Riccardi, owner of...

The garden hosts about 450 plant species each identified by a label indicating the common name, Latin name and family. A red dot even indicates poisonous or highly toxic plants. Valmadrera’s particular climatic-environmental conditions, has resulted...

The Stone of Preguda, a rock composed of granite ghiandone, is incorporated in the Church of Sant’ Isidoro. The Stone of Preguda, on the slopes of Moregallo, is a rock composed of granite ghiandone, from the Val Masino and is the most famous...

The San Tomaso Park occupies the lower foothills of the ridge of Corno Birone (1,116 m), Mount Rai (1,250 m), Mount Prà Santo (1,245 m) and the Colma di Val Ravella (939 m). The park offers a beautiful landscape from just a short distance from the...

Monte Barro, a beautiful and charming terrace overlooking the Brianza area and its lakes. It is surrounded by Lake Como, Lake Annone, Lake Garlate and is situated above Galbiate: 922 meters high on the calcareous-dolomite mountain, completely...

Born in Como, Alessandro Giuseppe Antonio Anastasio Volta was an Italian physicist credited with the invention of the first electrical battery, the Voltaic pile, which he invented in 1799. With this invention Volta proved that electricity could be...

The Sacred Mount of Ossuccio is one of the nine sacri monti in the Italian regions of Lombardy and Piedmont which were inscribed on the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites in 2003. The devotional complex is located on a prealpine crag some 200...

The building was first started between 1908 and 1912. Luigi Dell'Orto, mayor of Cernobbio for almost thirty years, wanted this church to solemnize his wedding with Elizabeth Lucca. After the war, the building was completed thanks to the heirs, in...

The Erna Piani is a mountain resort at 1375m in the territory of Lecco, overhung by Monte Resegone and reached by a cable car, recently modernized, running from Malnago. The cable car was built in 1965 and the town began to be a destination for...

Villa Manzoni houses the Museum Manzoni, the Municipal Art Gallery and the Library specialized museums Villa Manzoni, is a neoclassical building, dating from the seventeenth century, in which the residential portion is structured around a porch with...

This parish church can be reached through an uphill street passing by the Baroque chapel of the Crocetta. The 19th century front is very elegant and shows a typical Greek design by the architect Bovara. Inside it hosts an altar dating back to the...

The Chapel of the dead to Crocetta is the oldest and most impressive votive chapel in Malgrate. With baroque architecture, it dates back to the sixteenth century and houses bones, probably of the dead from the plague. Not documented, the chapel is...

The church was built in the 11th Century but has been almost comepletely rebuilt in the 17th century. Inside there are splendid coloured "scagliole". In the Intelvi Valley the Maestri Intelvesi used a special material called “scagliola” or false...

The church of St. Agatha is opposite to the parish of St. Stephen and is oriented to the west. It is a small building with gabled facade, two bays, two niches in the first bay, two chapels rectangular plan in the second and a presbytery with a...

On the ancient road that ran through the Val d'Intelvi, between Biazzeno and Dizzasco stands the parish church SS. Pietro and Paolo with its tall bell tower. It stands on a hillock with a wide view of the lake. The bell tower stands apart from the...

In the centre of the ancient village Palanzo, situated in the hills and part of the commune of Faggeto Lario, there is an enormous wine press of the 17th century. It is made to work during the annual feast called Sagra del Torchio in October. It was...

The Museum holds records of the local history, traditions and customs. Several natural environments are recreated complete with plants, animals, mushrooms fossils and dioramas relating to the local fauna. The museum also has documents about the...

Il Rogolone is one of the biggest oak trees in Europe. It stands in a clearing in the woods near Velzo. The tree is almost 300 years old is 25 m high and its trunk has a circumference of 790 cm. Il Rogolone can be reached over an easy path either...

The splendid Parco Val Sanagra is a large territory rich with flora, fauna, and interesting antique rural settlements. In 2005, the unspoiled Sanagra Valley, situated in the commune of Grandola ed Uniti and Menaggio, was declared a local Park, in...

The church stands on the lake but you can also reach it from the antique center via small alleyways and steps. Next to the bell tower the original Romanseque bell tower can still be seen....

Right at the beginning of the town of Castiglione, with the green Intelvi valley as a back ground, stands the oratory of the Madonna del Restello built in the 17th century to thank the Madonna for the end of a plague that had infested the valley....

The parish church is located next to the historical centre of the village of Griante. It was built at the beginning of the 18th century on the site of an ancient temple, that was probably consecrated by St. Felice, bishop of Como. The church has a...

Nineteenth century villa transformed into a comfortable, charming family-run, with a cozy living rooms in Art Nouveau style with large windows and original period frescoes. The villa, characterized by a central backlog open loggias with three arches...

A wonderful refined property with Lake, Gardens and more. Dating back to the 1750’s and is in fact where the famous Italian composer Giuseppe Verdi stayed and composed ‘La Traviata’. Private residence. The garden, slightly downhill towards the lake,...

Parish church built in the sixteenth century and later remodeled. The choir has a fresco by painter G. Quaglio. Next to the parish is the Oratory dedicated to Santa Marta with a fascinating frescoed facade in bas-relief from the sixteenth century,...

The monastery is located about 800 m above sea level, on the southern slope of Mount Galbiga, at the confluence of two tributary valleys of the stream Perlana, from which it takes its name. The place, evocative and isolated, has meant that the...

This building is the parish church of Ossuccio and was built after the church bearing the same name, situated on the Comacina Island. It dates back to the 12th century and during the restoration works of 1959 many parts of the Romanesque building...

The waterfall Cenghen (or Waterfall Valley Monastery) is located at an altitude of about 600 meters above sea level. This waterfall is crossed by the waters of the stream Zerbo and, with a height of about 50 meters. The waterfall is easily reached...

Positioned within the Grigne, at a height of 1300 m, the Piani Resinelli Mineral Museum Park is placed in a fascinating landscape. They are ancient mines, used from the 16° century up to now, and can today be visited in total safety. The guided...

The farm is born from the passion of Francesco Fusi, supported and sustained by his wife Vilma Galimberti, for spotted horses and at the same time to assemble English. In Italy there were, apart from sporadic examples, horses with spotted coat but...

Immediately after the death of Alessandro Manzoni on May 22, 1873, the City Council of Lecco met and approved a monument to the writer that had given so much prestige to the city. The committee, headed by Antonio Stoppani, collected donations for...

IC Bellagio is owned and managed by Andrea Grisdale, a British citizen who fell in love with Italy and made it her home in 1992. Andrea lives on picturesque Lake Como and before founding IC Bellagio, she was a successful tour guide in Italy. As...

The church of San Rocco was the parish church of Pognana Lario up to 1744, when a new parish church dedicated to the Holy Trinity it was consecrated. It was then "downgraded", lost its dedication to the Holy Trinity, and was re-dedicated to St....

The construction of the church began in 1791 and ended in 1823 requiring the works of several architects: Clemente Isacchi, Giuseppe Pollack, Giuseppe Bovara and Simone Cantoni. The church hosts a crucifixion of 1879 by Mosè Bianchi and a painting...

St. George, as with other holy warriors (Michael and Martin) was highly revered by the Lombards. The present church was built in the sixteenth century on the site of a former place of worship; it underwent other changes in following years,...

Built in the second half of the sixteenth century, this church was remodeled and expanded in later periods. Distinct for its large columns and the sixteenth round arches on the porch....

The church of Saints Peter and Paul was believed to have been founded in the eleventh century by Bishop Rainald and consecrated in 1095 by Pope Urban II, who was traveling to Clermont-Ferrand to call the first crusade. Over the centuries, the...

Located in a churchyard, this statue represents a man in the act of throwing a large stone. The monument reminds locals of a battle in Libya in which alpinists of Brienno fought. The battalion Morbegno, all composed of soldiers from the lake area,...

The Church of Saints Nazario and Celso is just a short walk away from the waters of Lake Como, near the harbor in the old town of Brienno. Some documents attest to the presence of a church since the end of the thirteenth century, the Romanesque...

Monument dedicated to the weaver of Francesco Somaini, where on the banks of the river Senagra, had one of its oldest and most prestigious silk factories. In the marble top is a negative image of a weaver, while below is fabric draping to the ground....

The church S. Carlo which was built in 1614 on order of Cinzio Calvi so that he and his wife could have their tombs in it. The church has a characteristic Spanish style bell tower a reminder of the period of Spanish domination in the 15-16th...

This church is located in the village Nobiallo just north of Menaggio. The houses are clustered around the church which stands on the Antica Strada Regina, the antique Roman Road that connected Como with Alpine passes. The characteristic leaning...

The church S. Marta is of ancient origins. On the facade you can see the Roman memorial plaque of Minicio Exorato, a notable of the Roman empire; above it the town-arms. Inside the church there are some interesting paintings of the 17th century....

The parish church of S. Stefano is of very ancient origins whose original Roman structures have however been lost; in fact the orientation itself is in the opposite direction of its primitive setting. The church has three naves which, in 1899, were...

Temple of the Shrine dedicated to Our Lady of the Water Sports Prodigy. In a stormy crossing of the Adriatic, on the night of September 12, 1669, the family of Count Antonio Zancaropulo Berardo escaping from Crete, sought shelter in Venice. During...

Sculpture dedicated to disabled service people. Roughly translation on the plaque goes like this: "One hand is actively serving the country in defense of institutional values. The other hand is wounded in the line of duty." The monument is the most...

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,...