hikes-and-walks near S. Lorenzo

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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...

A rifugio located at 1.200 metres in scenic position on Lake Como on the Via Dei Monti Lariani. Accessible from Moltrasio and Schignano by foot and also by mountain bike. Offers genuine homemade cuisine....

The rifugio is situated in a saddle in between Monte Galbiga and Monte di Tremezzo and can be reached by car from either from Argegno or Porlezza via Pigra. Rifugio Alpetto di Torno is in Val di Torno above Pian del Tivano. It lies on the hiking...

The refuge is located in the Val d'Intelvi on the Via dei Monti Lariani trekking route - at 5h20 from Cernobbio, at 0h40 from Alpe di Cerano or at 1.30 hrs from Schignano Open: Friday, Saturday and Sunday all year round July, August and September...

Refuge Prabello is in the province of Como, located on the watershed between the Valley of Intelvi and the Muggio Valley on the border between Italy and Switzerland. It is located on a beautiful natural terrace, always in the sun, and surrounded by...

Located in an old Post Office (est. in 1817) the Inn has been recently remodeled to include 5 beautiful apartments arranged over 3 floors and equipped with all comforts, all of them with stunning lake views! You will find our staff waiting to help...

A Little Paradise near Como—the Locanda was devoted to short journeys and meditation periods of the priests. In 1937, it was sold for 17.000 lira, today a ridiculous sum of money, but for this period a quite large amount. One of the best features of...

Offering a sun terrace and views of the garden, Alpe del Lupo is set in San Fedele Intelvi, 12 km from Lugano. A terrace or balcony are featured in certain rooms. Alpe del Lupo features free WiFi . You will find a shared lounge at the property....

Residenza Gerbet offers accommodation in Lezzeno, next to the shore of Lake Garda and 8 km from Bellagio. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property. On request, guests have access to a communal garden....

Situated in Porlezza, this apartment features a garden with a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's playground. The unit is 14 km from Lugano. Free private parking is available on site. The unit is fitted with a kitchen. A TV is available....

B&B San Giorgio is set in Pellio Superiore, 9 km from Lugano. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. Some units have views of the mountains or garden....

La Pocetta is a self-catering accommodation located in Cima, with a nice view of the lake, 300 m from the center of Osteno, in a quiet, sunny position, directly by the lake, in a cul-de-sac. The apartment will provide you with a balcony....

The Hotel Stella D'Italia is set on the banks of the spectacular Lake Lugano. All of its guest rooms feature balconies or terrace with beautiful lake views....

Featuring a private beach area, 2 km away, Casa Vacanza Castagna offers accommodation in Nesso. The property produces vegetables and fruit and has free bikes and free WiFi in public areas....

Mamma Ciccia Albergo Diffuso offers room in several locations in Mandello del Lario's centre, on Lake Como. It features a traditional restaurant serving lake fish dishes. Rooms here offer free Wi-Fi and overlook an internal courtyard....

Offering a ski school and a ski pass sales point, Agriturismo La Nevera is situated in Lanzo dʼIntelvi in the Lombardy Region. The farm stay has a barbecue and sun terrace, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant....

Il Gelso is a detached villa with a terrace, situated in Lezzeno. The property is 47 km from Bergamo and features views of the mountains. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property....

Located 100 metres from Campione d'Italia Casino, Meliá Campione features a restaurant. Rooms are air-conditioned. Accommodation displays a minibar, satellite flat-screen TV and safe. Each has a bathroom with bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries....

Lantica Filanda offers pet-friendly accommodation in Cima, a 25-minute drive from Lugano. Free private parking is offered. There is a seating area, a dining area and a kitchen complete with a microwave, a refrigerator and a stovetop....

Set on the shores of Lake Como, Crotto Dei Pescatori is located in Lezzeno. It offers air-conditioned accommodation and a traditional restaurant where a continental breakfast is served buffet style....

Featuring a large, furnished garden overlooking Lugano Lake, Residence Antico Crotto offers studio apartments, equipped with flat-screen TVs and a kitchenette. A path leads to Porlezza town, 1.5 km away....

Featuring a panoramic location in Lezzeno and an infinity pool with views of Lake Como, Filario Hotel & Residences offers a restaurant and luxuriously furnished rooms. This elegant and exclusive hotel has free WiFi throughout....

Featuring air conditioning, Al Veluu suites offers pet-friendly accommodation in Tremezzo. Bergamo is 47 km away. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property. All units have a seating area with a satellite flat-screen TV and iPod docking station....

Offering an outdoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool and barbecue, International Camping is situated in Porlezza in the Lombardy Region, 14 km from Lugano. There is a water park on site and guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Como is 25 km from the......

Hotel Europa is set right on Lugano Lake, next to the Porlezza ferry departure point. It offers a private garden, its own landing dock, and a fitness and wellness area. Rooms at Europa Hotel come with satellite TV....

We are the leading holiday hotel and gastronomy business at Lago di Lugano, working in an economically successful and independent way. The initiators and investors Eva and Hartmut Schwenn searched until 1971 in all Tessin and North-Italy for a...

To delights and pleasure of the cuisine, the restaurant of Hotel Risorgimento is the pride of the structure. The family management assures a warm welcome, where you can enjoy different dishes prepared according to the season: from lake fish...

Hotel Plinio, which is run by the Zerboni since 1999, is just a few steps away from the Villa and it gives directly onto the wonderful view of the so-called “Golfo di Venere" (Gulf of Venus). Lenno, a small village of the Lake Como, is located in...

Relais Villa Vittoria is an enchanting and charming Boutique Hotel located in Laglio, a romantic village on the banks of Lake Como. The Relais has large and bright rooms and suites provided with all the comforts, each one different for style and...

Along the shores of Lake Como far from the hustle and bustle of Milan and just minutes from beloved Bellagio, lies the picturesque fishing village of Lezzeno. And nestled among its colorful buildings, just behind the leafy square by the harbor, sits...

The lakeside access of this stunning Villa allows traveling to and from the property by water, which makes it the unique, romantic and ideal place for a wedding celebration, birthday party or business event. On Lake Como Queen Teolinda got married...

Our hotel is located in Intelvi Valley. It is a family hotel with a garden and a private parking, a solarium, a warmed swimming pool, a bar, which offers its guests a vacation in the name of relaxation, wellness and sports. Hotel Corte Santa Libera...

Hotel Ristorante Vittoria, directed personally by the owners, is the meeting place for those who love the simple and familiar atmosphere and want to taste the authentic traditional cuisine with a rich choice of national specialties. The hotel was...

In the lush green countryside in the heart of a valley which lies between Lake Como and Lake Lugano, at an altitude of 850 metres and at only one hour's distance from Milan, stands the Villa Simplicitas - a large nineteenth century residence....

Hotel Bazzoni rises in the enchanting Lake Como, among the beautiful 18th century villas scattered throughout the village of Tremezzo, an ideal destination for an exclusive stay. In the vicinity of the Hotel, one may find the famous Villa Carlotta...

Located in Mezzegra – Tremezzina, with an enchanting view on the Lake Como central area, in front of Punta Balbianello. The ideal place from where it is possible to reach the most refined destinations of Lake Como: Bellagio, Varenna, Tremezzo, Villa...

The Hotel San Giorgio was built in 1920 and for the 4th generation it is run by the Cappelletti - Redaelli family. Located in a quiet lakeside position, with a wonderful view of Bellagio it has secluded ancient garden that gives the hotel the charm...

Exclusive Lake Como represents one of the most picturesque parts of Italy, offering a panorama of beautiful nature in Northern Italy. Lake Como is ideal for watersports lovers, offering windsurfing, yachting, canoe and fishing. Other types of...

A nineteenth century villa in Tremezzo turned into a comfortable and charming family-run hotel, that offers warm drawing-rooms in liberty style with wide windows and ancient frescoes. The Villa Marie is set in an enchanting scenery in the gulf of...

Hotel Ristorante Azalea, situato a 100m dalla famosa "Villa Carlotta" a Tremezzina in località Tremezzo nel centro "Lario". Reputation for its customers for the simplicity and sophistication, with 9 rooms all with views of the lake and a restaurant...

The Hotel Funicolare is located in one of the most beautiful places of Italy, facing the Lugano lake, close to the Como lake, the Maggiore lake and the main cities in Lombardia. The recent renovation gives to the site a precious jewel, in the middle...

During the summer, when the cities are uninhabitable due to heat, here you can breathe fresh and sparkling air that invites you to take nice and relaxing walks. In fact, the Hotel Milano is an ideal starting point for guided tours on the lakes,...

The hotel is directly run by Merloni family who has devoted itself to this activity with passion and commitment for three generations so as to make your holidays more pleasant. On the hillside just above Menaggio and 4 kilometers from Lake Como, the...

"La Torre", building of the late nineteenth century, has been recently renovated with attention for detail. Each room was nice and made cozy: the dining room with original fireplace of the late nineteenth century, the Bar area also with fireplace...

Deep in the green of the surrounding hills, the Hotel Cornelio is located in a strategic position, ideal for business or leisure. Situated between the provinces of Como, Varese and the Canton Ticino (Switzerland) it’s easy to reach from the motorway...

The cuisine is designed to suit different tastes, includes the secrets of a cuisine, cuisine that offers the possibility to taste typical dishes of the lake, and international dishes creative and imaginative. These, together with the best local and...

Peroni family is glad to propose you a new menu with classic dishes and tasty novelty. In a simple and family atmosphere, the guest will be satisfied in every need, for a enjoyable stay do not forget in the charming and suggestive atmosphere that...

Our family run hotel is located on the Lenno headland called "Lavedo", deep into the greenery and the peacefulness of the nearby Gulf of Venere. The particular position of our hotel allows for pleasant excursions without travelling too far. In our...

The hotel Lenno, a charming four star facility dating back to the beginning of the 1900’s and recently renovated, overlooks the lake and is surrounded by a fantastic scenery. The beautiful verandah on the lake front, overlooking the Gulf of Venus,...

The hotel is managed by the Pesenti's brothers since 1964 and it welcomes all customers in a family atmosphere. It is located in a quiet area, two kilometers far from Tremezzo. There is the local cuisine and international, come together in odors and...

The Hotel La Darsena is located on the western shore of Lake Como, in the charming Tremezzina. This hotel with view on Lake Como enjoys a wonderful location to admire the Bellagio promontory. Tremezzo is one of the main towns of Lake Como and is a...

Overlooks Lake Como and has stunning views of the surrounding mountains whilst providing a lovely atmosphere in which to relax and dine. The experienced Chef will satisfy all your requests, offering you menu with local and traditional dishes. Our...

Just on the lake Como shore, facing a colorful and suggestive landscape, Villa Belvedere Como lake Relais is the right place to experience all the Lario’ life style! Relax, culture, sports, fine food and Italian wines, glamour and Dolce Vita. The...

In a simple and family atmosphere, the guest will be satisfied in every need, for a enjoyable stay and meal. Hotel Argegno has 14 rooms, 8 of them have balconies overlooking the lake....

La Griglia Restaurant is a full experience. The background music and the stunning view is complemented by the texture, aroma and, most of all, taste. The hotel is located at 1,500 meters from the historic center of Argegno and from the beach and...

The Hotel La Darsena is located on the western shore of Lake Como, in the charming Tremezzina. This hotel with view on Lake Como enjoys a wonderful location to admire the Bellagio promontory. Tremezzo is one of the main towns of Lake Como and is a...

The hotel "La Perla" is located in charming "Tremezzina", away from noisy streets but with a wonderful view over Lake Como. It is an oasis of peace and tranquillity where you will always be hospitably received by our friendly staff. The hotel is...

Grand Hotel Tremezzo is one of the oldest and loveliest luxury hotels on Lake Como, an authentic Art Nouveau palace that offers a warm inviting welcome and the delights of a true 5-star vacation. From its unique lakeside position it offers...

From the terrace with veranda and from the rooms guests will enjoy breathtaking views over the lake and the Alps of Piedmont. The restaurant’s menu offers a choice of dishes and genuine revisited some of them and a good selection of local wines. All...

Villa San Fedele (3 Stars), a carefully restored Art Nouveau villa of the early ‘900 is located 10 minutes’ drive from Lake Como and Lake Lugano and 45 minutes from Milan (and the EXPO), in the broad and sunny Valle Intelvi. The villa is located in...

A bed and breakfast on Lake Como attention to detail, impeccable service; a comfortable setting to enrich your stay. The rooms are large, elegantly furnished and equipped with many comforts and most of them with lake view, some with balcony other...

A small bed and breakfast 5 minutes from Bellagio; consists of 2 double rooms with private bathroom, four-poster bed, international TV channels. A regular meetings place for locals at the end of the day to chat while they had having a good glass of...

Only 200 metres from Lake Como, B&B Ca' Spiga is a 2-minute drive from Laglio town centre. Cetti Carlo was born in 1877 in Laglio, on the romantic side of lake Como. The eldest of seven orphaned sons, he moved to Milan to find a job and keep his...

The Il Talento Nella Quiete is a bed and breakfast farmhouse offering quality budget b&b rooms close to Lake Como Lombardy Italy. Bed and breakfast Il Talento nella Quiete Agriturismo farmhouse is located on the west side of the Lake Como. This...

Casa del Portico is proposed as a small Bed and Breakfast of charm. An elegant farmhouse of 1690 full of charm and atmosphere, surrounded by nature and overlooking a wonderful lake view. And 'it situated in front of San Giovanni di Bellagio,...

Our brand new Bed and Breakfast “La Tana" is a little family-run B&B, it is just 20 metres from the lakefront and it will make you feel like at home. It is excellently located in the city centre, just one minute walk from the beaches, hiking...

RÒGARO is 5 minutes on foot from the lakefront of Tremezzo on Lake Como with its lively bars and restaurants. Located in a quiet area overlooking the lake this B&B is surrounded by a spacious garden full of flowers and herbs. You can rest in a...

We introduce ourselves. We are Marina and Sergio. We have always had the desire to live in direct contact with nature and after 10 years of hard work our dream finally came true. We have recovered a valuable part of the Como area and have restored...

We are a family engaged from many year in activities like restaurant and guest house. Our ten-years experience guarantees a very high quality of service for each of them who decide to spend their vacations in our wonderful house....

Iammetta and Piero welcome you to the B&B Le Eriche in their little detached house just 2 km from Menaggio, a famous touristic resort in the Lake Como area. It is the ideal place for people who love the quiet and the open-air life. You can enjoy...

B&B “Il Mass Grass" is in the ancient center of Nesso, a village half way between Como and Bellagio. The home is simple, cosy and charming with a wide dining room and kitchen. Every bedroom is furnished in a different style.Each room has its own...

Our B&B is located on the east coast of Lake Como, some 7 km from Bellagio and 22 km from the centre of Como. Situated in the quite village of Lezzeno, the B&B consists of a rural building surrounded by a large garden and includes a swimming...

B&B SOSTA SUL LAGO is located in Lezzeno, it faces the splendid panorama of Lake Como, a few kilometers from Bellagio.The ideal place to spend a peaceful holiday having all the comforts, while the more dynamic have the opportunity to practice...

In a peaceful setting in one of the most beautiful parts of Italy, just minutes from the world-famous resort of Bellagio, is located in the nearby Lezzeno, Bed and Breakfast " Nest on the lake." This architectural complex, dating from the beginning...

La Sorgente della Luna, Naggio, is surrounded by a beautiful garden overlooking Lake Como, offering the body and soul a vital contact with uncontaminated nature. The territory offers very interesting plant and animal life. In addition, some...

My house is located in the centre of Cardano, nearby of the central square, from which branches off the small and ancient streets of stone bowl. The short trail will take you to my “flowered" gate in wrought iron. My B&B represents an excellent...

The house is 400 meters from the train station Como Nord Camerlata (Malpensa Express stop) and 500 meters from the square of the bus stop. Just outside the old town, but very well-served. Esselunga, post office, bank, pub, bar and launderette just...

The B&B is located in Osteno on Lugano lake (also called Ceresio). You can choose to stay with us for one night -prices from 30 euros per person-, a weekend or for a longer holiday, if you wish. You have the choice to stay in a big attic from...

Located at the foot of the beautiful and picturesque valley Cavargna. Fiore Gottro is located in a quiet area, in direct contact with nature, And 'it surrounded by mountains and overlooking Lake Lugano and the alpine lake of the Plan, of which one...

In the celtic village of Brienno we are happy to welcome you to our 18th century house, renewed but maintaing its ancient atmosphere thanks to the use of terracotta and wood which revive the originality of the house. From the windows and the terrace...

Bed and breakfast with typical local cuisine of lake fish. The Restaurant has a typical Loraine, with a choice of menu of meat or fish from the lake. The apartments are located in the center of Lake Como, in Ossuccio. It is well-known for the...

Ever wonder where that stunning backdrop to Daniel Craig's R&R was? The 18th century Villa Balbianello hosted Mr Craig and his Hollywood crew. The mansion sits on a spit of land jutting into the deep green waters of the Lake whose shores are...

Residence Comacina is an elegant and modern accomodation, consisting of four spacious apartments located in Ossuccio, one of the best known and suggestive resorts of Lake Como. The Residence is open all the year round, provided with all kinds of...

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. Casa Brenna Tosatto is a liberty dwelling house of...

Elegant and fully furnished flats to rent in a recently built complex with a spectacular view on the Isola Comacina and on Lake of Como....

Residence Lenno is a modern building, covered with wood and stone, surrounded by green mountains; it includes 9 apartments, completely autonomous and fully equipped. It is located in Lenno, at the heart of Lake Como, very close to the center of the...

Just steps away from the water banks of the magical lake Lugano, at the heart of the old town center of Porlezza in northern Italy, are 4 newly decorated holiday apartments. The apartments are “monolocale" (open space) divided to 2-3 open levels...

Welcome and enjoy your Holidays on Lake Como, Italy at Residence Celeste! Discover and compare our holiday rental apartments on Lake Como (with outdoor pool, sauna 6 SPA, garden and a great lake view, ideal for families, couples, friends or small...

Dizzasco residential complex is 5 minutes from Argegno. Ideal for those who want to do excursions, hiking and those who want to enjoy the lake in all its aspects: mountains, beaches, water sports, culture. Convenient location for those who work or...

Villa Lucertola is steeped in a rich and romantic history - from Victorian touring parties through to the present day. This history has, for the most part, been lovingly passed down by each successive owner to the present, so that we now have an...

Coming from the lake and landing pier, the view of Villa Sola Cabiati, also referred to as Villa La Quiete, one of the most famous residences of Lake Como, is striking for its harmonious beauty. The double staircase, with stone balustrade gray...

Villa Leoni is a monument of great artistic and architectural value located in a natural landscape above the town of Ossuccio. It is ideal for events, photo shoots and film settings. Villa Leoni can be rented out for private accommodation as well as...

Surrounded by Lake Como green mountains, a few steps from famous Madonna dei Ceppi sanctuary, our agritourism enjoys an exclusive lake view which permits to admire marvellous panoramic view looking directly to Comacina island and Balbianello edge....

Paola and Federico are pleased to welcome you at the Farmhouse Bave. Besides the possibility of tasting genuine local cuisine and spending the night at our hotel, we provide board and lodging for horses, mares and foals, in a place without any...

Our farm, located in the Green Valley Intelvi and realized in the context of the farm family Gilardoni, they are immersed in the greenhouses of our nursery....

"The house of Matilda" is an old farm building renovated in 2006, located in the center of Cardano. The accommodation is an independent apartment of 2 levels on the 1st and 2nd floor, furnished kitchen, fireplace and sofa bed, small laundry room,...

At few meters from beautiful Adda river, land of bird-watching, and in front of the famous Sanctuary of Madonna del Lavello, there is our farmhouse, built in 1489, inside Adda north Park; you can also find an old country house partly renewed last...

Nestled in beautiful mountains and enchanted valleys, La Zoca di Strii (The Witch’s Peak), is an agriturismo in the middle of Valle d’Intelvi, in the town of Schignano, with an unforgettable view of Lake Como, Comacina Island and Balbianello...

Al-Marnich is an accommodation (agritourism) in Lombardy (Farm House lake Como - Italy) near Como City (Schignano). This is where you will taste authentic dishes and food specialties of Lombardy. The property is surrounded by lush greenery, with a...

Camping between Lake Como and Lake Lugano. In the Intelvi Valley heart, at 800 meters above sea level, surrounded by rolling fields and natural woods, you can find “Campeggio ai Colli Fioriti", we are open 365 days a year. The property covers 30.000...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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....

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...

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...

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...

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...

A gentle hike to the small chapel of San Domenico (800m) which rewards you with a spectacular view of Lake Como and the surrounding mountains....

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...

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....

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,...

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....

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...

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...

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...

Although it is not the highest mountain in the Lake Como area, the Grigna (pronounced "greenya") is by far the most prominent. For those of you that will be visiting the western shore of Lake Como, especially in the mid lake region, this is the...

One of the most walked and photographed passageways in the heart of Bellagio that is home to fashionable boutiques, restaurants and a variety of shops. This is just one of the many narrow streets that can be explored affording riveting views of the...

The whole territory of the Larian Triangle and, in particular, its westernmost end, is characterized by the abundant presence of so-called "erratics" or "boulders" left behind by glaciers. Those found in Torno and Blevio have been declared national...

Monte Legnone is the highest peak in the immediate Lake Como area. The view from the top is definitely unforgettable. Monte Legnone is 2,610 metres high making it the highest peak in the Lake Como area. It is located at the north end of the lake,...

A spectacular balcony over Lake Como, this hike will reward you with some of the most breath taking views of the lake. Monte Bregagno can be reached by first going to the town of Breglia by car or by bus. From there you can hike to Rifugio Menaggio,...

The Gorge, created by the river Pioverna, is a natural canyon where giant bowls and incredible caves have been carved out by the water over the centuries. A concrete footbridge allows visitors to admire this beauty from an extremely unique location....

The “Sentiero del Viandante" is an interesting route dating back to the Roman period, which runs along the eastern coast of Lake Como, from Abbadia Lariana to Piantedo, for 45 km. Fitted out in 1989, this walking path offers those who walk along it...

Situated above the town of Menaggio; from Rifugio Menaggio you can reach the top of Monte Grona (1736 m) from where one can admire one of the best views of the Pre-Alps; if the day is clear enough, many peaks of the Alps from Monviso to Bernina....

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