parks-and-gardens near Rifugio Alpino Dalco

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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...

The lovely B & B is located in Alto Lario Gera Lario, in the town center and within walking distance a characteristic lakeside. It is a historic house, newly restored to new....

B & B LORI is on the 2nd floor of a homely building of three. It has a big covered terrace where guests can have breakfast or just can sit and admire the beautiful lake surrounded by its mountains. On the north-western shores of Lake Como, in...

Our luxury bed and breakfast is on the sunny side of Lake Como, in an area known as the Alto Lario, at the top end of the lake. Ringed by majestic mountains the villa lies just above the lake, flanked by a tranquil wood and an interrupted view of...

Our house is in Sorico, at the top of Lake Como, in a quiet area surrounded by mountains and woods. The house is easy to reach by car (direct access from state road 340) and by public transport (bus stop at 200 m from our house). From our large...

The surrounding landascape is well-characterized by a great variety of natural breathtaking views: the B&B is located at the feet of the Valtellina and Valchiavenna mountains, close to the Lake of Como and within the well-known naturalistic...

Our B & B has two double bedrooms and a double room with twin beds for a total of 6 beds. The double rooms overlook a large balcony with views of the lake and the mountains. All rooms have a private bathroom with shower. The breakfast, made of...

In a really panoramic position, on the upper side of the lake, surrounded by mountains, the B&B Alto lago di Como offer you a wonderful view and amazing landscapes. We are always happy, to give you an unforgettable holiday Just 5 minutes from...

On the north-western shores of Lake Como, in the new village of Gravedona ed Uniti, is the brand-new B&B LORI. In 2011 the owners opened their house to all who wished to spend a relaxing holiday in a warm atmosphere. Gentleness, smile, attention...

Domaso is a well known tourist destination which offers a variety of sports facilities tennis, hiking, mountain biking, fishing , windsurfing and water sports in general. The wide beach the panoramic lakeside walk and the numerous trekking trails...

Only 50 mt. from the lake, the building is located in the centre of Dongo. It seems that the oldest part of the B&B was built around 1200; the part owned by the aristocratic Marta Gentile (who lived there during the II world war) is from 1600....

The bed & breakfast "House of wanderer" is located in Colico (Lake Como), on the Path of Viandate, trail made famous by poets and authors who have written equally called beauty to the amazing views of Lake Como. Our B & B was born in 2002 of...

At the foot of Mount Legnone, just 1 km from the lake, the B & B DA-DI allows you to spend a pleasant holiday in an oasis of peace and tranquility. The strategic location of the B & B makes it possible both to enjoy the many activities that...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 Teresio Olivelli municipal park, formerly Giardino Meier, may be one of the best kept secrets among Tremezzo's botanical and architectural gems. Owned by the municipality of Tremezzo since 1979, it is between the lake and the Regina state road,...

The entrance to the Cesare and Emilio Prandoni Retirement Home is set along picturesque steps that lead from Torno's town hall to the lake, where the boat jetty and church of Santa Tecla are located. The park adjacent to the building is set on the...

Nesso is a picturesque village on the eastern shore of the Como branch of Lake Como, at the mouth of the valley to the lake. Here, in the hamlet Coatesa, there is the Orrida of Nessus, a deep and picturesque gorge located at the mouth of the valleys...

Garden consisting of reclaimed land that had previously been a garbage dump. The project began in the 1980s and was the genius idea of Mrs. Pupa Frati (affectionately known as Grandma Pupa). The Association of the “Garden in the Valley" is a...

Fiumelatte is the shortest river in Italy, as it measures only 250 m from the source to its mouth. It runs with a descent of 36° making its water loud and foamy and giving it a “milky" white color from where it gets its name. The river dries up in...

Park situated on the tip of the Bellagio peninsula, about a 10 min walk uphill from the ferry terminal. It provides for breath taking views of the lake where lagi di como and lago di lecco meet. This is a great spot to just take it all in....

A great meeting point in Como right on the water. Just minutes from the train station and harbour for ferries, Rapido and private boats alike. Ideal for a walk, sit at a café or have a meal....

This villa’s botanical garden and house museum are open to the public. The gardens are terraced and feature a waterfront loggia and a Moorish pavilion. Villa Monastero is surrounded by a Garden with several rare botanical specimens. The Garden,...

Villa Serbelloni Gardens, not to be confused with the nearby Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni, is a park situated high atop the promontory of Bellagio. In 1959, the property was given to the Rockefeller foundation as a conference centre. The grounds can...

Villa Melzi is a historic villa situated in the town of Bellagio. It is famous for its surrounding gardens, containing a variety of botanical specimens from around the world interspersed with statues, promenades and period architecture. Entrance...

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