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Famous villas nearby
Villa Carlotta is a villa and botanical garden in Tremezzo on Lake Como in Northern Italy. The villa is today a museum, whose art collection includes works by Canova, Thorvaldsen, Migliara and Hayez in addition to pieces of furniture from the time of the various owners.
Location:
Address: Via Regina, 2, 22019 Tremezzina CO
1,5 km from the apartment
Sunday
10AM–6:30PM
Monday
2–5:30PM
Tuesday
2–5:30PM
Wednesday
2–5:30PM
Thursday
2–5:30PM
Friday
2–5:30PM
Saturday
10AM–6:30PM
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Villa Carlotta
2 Via ReginaVilla Carlotta is a villa and botanical garden in Tremezzo on Lake Como in Northern Italy. The villa is today a museum, whose art collection includes works by Canova, Thorvaldsen, Migliara and Hayez in addition to pieces of furniture from the time of the various owners.
Location:
Address: Via Regina, 2, 22019 Tremezzina CO
1,5 km from the apartment
Sunday
10AM–6:30PM
Monday
2–5:30PM
Tuesday
2–5:30PM
Wednesday
2–5:30PM
Thursday
2–5:30PM
Friday
2–5:30PM
Saturday
10AM–6:30PM
The Villa del Balbianello is a villa in the comune of Lenno, Italy, overlooking Lake Como. It is located on the tip of the small wooded peninsula of Dosso d'Avedo on the western shore of the south-west branch of Lake Como, not far from the Isola Comacina and is famous for its elaborate terraced gardens.
Location
Via degli Artigiani, 2, 22016 Lenno CO, Italy - big parking near the entrance.
5km from the apartment
Sunday
10:30AM–5PM
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
10:30AM–5PM
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
10:30AM–5PM
Friday
10:30AM–5PM
Saturday
10:30AM–5PM
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Villa del Balbianello
Via Guido DelmatiThe Villa del Balbianello is a villa in the comune of Lenno, Italy, overlooking Lake Como. It is located on the tip of the small wooded peninsula of Dosso d'Avedo on the western shore of the south-west branch of Lake Como, not far from the Isola Comacina and is famous for its elaborate terraced gardens.
Location
Via degli Artigiani, 2, 22016 Lenno CO, Italy - big parking near the entrance.
5km from the apartment
Sunday
10:30AM–5PM
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
10:30AM–5PM
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
10:30AM–5PM
Friday
10:30AM–5PM
Saturday
10:30AM–5PM
Villa Monastero is located in Varenna, Province of Lecco, on the shore of Lake Como. The villa lies south of the village, halfway between Varenna and Fiumelatte, and includes a botanical garden, a museum, and a convention center.
Location:
Varenna- other side of the lake, 10 minutes by ferry.
Hours:
Friday 10AM–7:30PM
Saturday 10AM–7:30PM
Sunday 10AM–7:30PM
Monday 10AM–7:30PM
Tuesday 10AM–7:30PM
Wednesday 10AM–7:30PM
Thursday 10AM–7:30PM
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Villa Monastero
4 Viale Giovanni PolvaniVilla Monastero is located in Varenna, Province of Lecco, on the shore of Lake Como. The villa lies south of the village, halfway between Varenna and Fiumelatte, and includes a botanical garden, a museum, and a convention center.
Location:
Varenna- other side of the lake, 10 minutes by ferry.
Hours:
Friday 10AM–7:30PM
Saturday 10AM–7:30PM
Sunday 10AM–7:30PM
Monday 10AM–7:30PM
Tuesday 10AM–7:30PM
Wednesday 10AM–7:30PM
Thursday 10AM–7:30PM
Villa Olmo is a neoclassical villa located in the city of Como, northern Italy. The villa was commissioned by marquis Innocenzo Odescalchi from Swiss architect Simone Cantoni in 1797. As it was designed to be a summer retreat for the aristocracy, it was built alongside the lake.
Address: Via Simone Cantoni, 1, 22100 Como CO
Hours:
Friday 10AM–6PM
Saturday 10AM–6PM
Sunday 10AM–6PM
Monday Closed
Tuesday 10AM–6PM
Wednesday 10AM–6PM
Thursday 10AM–6PM
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Villa Olmo
1 Via Simone CantoniVilla Olmo is a neoclassical villa located in the city of Como, northern Italy. The villa was commissioned by marquis Innocenzo Odescalchi from Swiss architect Simone Cantoni in 1797. As it was designed to be a summer retreat for the aristocracy, it was built alongside the lake.
Address: Via Simone Cantoni, 1, 22100 Como CO
Hours:
Friday 10AM–6PM
Saturday 10AM–6PM
Sunday 10AM–6PM
Monday Closed
Tuesday 10AM–6PM
Wednesday 10AM–6PM
Thursday 10AM–6PM
Supermarkets
Address: Via V Alpini, 59, 22010 Carlazzo CO
Hours:
Friday 8AM–9PM
Saturday 8AM–9PM
Sunday 8AM–9PM
Monday 8AM–9PM
Tuesday 8AM–9PM
Wednesday 8AM–9PM
Thursday 8AM–9PM
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Iperal Carlazzo
59 Via V AlpiniAddress: Via V Alpini, 59, 22010 Carlazzo CO
Hours:
Friday 8AM–9PM
Saturday 8AM–9PM
Sunday 8AM–9PM
Monday 8AM–9PM
Tuesday 8AM–9PM
Wednesday 8AM–9PM
Thursday 8AM–9PM
Address: Via Statale Regina, 85, 22010 Carlazzo CO
Hours:
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
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Carrefour Market - Supermarket
18 Via Fratelli RecchiAddress: Via Statale Regina, 85, 22010 Carlazzo CO
Hours:
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Address: Via Statale, 28, 22016 Lenno CO
Hours:
Friday 8AM–7:30PM
Saturday 8AM–7:30PM
Sunday 8AM–1PM
Monday 8AM–7:30PM
Tuesday 8AM–7:30PM
Wednesday 8AM–7:30PM
Thursday 8AM–7:30PM
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Sigma Supermercato
28 Via StataleAddress: Via Statale, 28, 22016 Lenno CO
Hours:
Friday 8AM–7:30PM
Saturday 8AM–7:30PM
Sunday 8AM–1PM
Monday 8AM–7:30PM
Tuesday 8AM–7:30PM
Wednesday 8AM–7:30PM
Thursday 8AM–7:30PM
Caddenabia ferry terminal
Ferries to Bellagio/Varenna
Cadenabbia
Hiking
San Martino is a small church perched on the mountain side above Griante, Lake Como (Lago di Como). It's official name is "Santuario Della Madonna delle Grazie di San Martino", but most everyone simply refers to it as San Martino. If you are in, near, or even just passing through Griante and the weather is clear, this is a place you must not miss - not so much for the church, which is pretty, but for the spectacular views of Lake Como that can be enjoyed both on the way up and once at the church.
San Martino:
Santuario Della Madonna delle Grazie di San Martino
San Martino is a small church perched on the mountain side above Griante, Lake Como (Lago di Como). It's official name is "Santuario Della Madonna delle Grazie di San Martino", but most everyone simply refers to it as San Martino. If you are in, near, or even just passing through Griante and the weather is clear, this is a place you must not miss - not so much for the church, which is pretty, but for the spectacular views of Lake Como that can be enjoyed both on the way up and once at the church.
The hike, or more appropriately walk, to San Martino is relatively short at about 45 minutes up from Griante, or about 1 hour up from the shore of Lake Como. There are two paths that lead to San Martino. One starts from Rogaro, a large agricultural plain above Griante, the other begins at the northern edge of Griante just beyond the area of Griante known as Carsolina (download Map of Griante). Eventually they both meet, but the faster and easier route is the latter one that starts at Carsolina. Signs by the lake and also in Griante should point the way for you. Additionally, the church itself is visible from virtually every spot in Griante. But if you are not sure where you are going, just ask anyone on the street my simply saying "San Martino" and they will point you in the right direction.
Bring a panino, some cheese, fruit, a bottle of wine, and have a picnic while taking in the view!
There are a few steep sections, but the walk is along a well maintained and safe path that begins in the forest but quickly opens up offering excellent views of the lake. It is frequented by locals and tourists of all ages, but there are never crowds. A small chapel dedicated to the Alpini (Italian mountain soldiers) is reached at about half way up; it's is a perfect spot to take a break if you need one. Bring water as there is none at the top. There is a fountain in the village. If the weather is nice, bring a panino, some cheese, fruit and a bottle of wine and have a picnic while taking in the view.
Once you arrive at the church of San Martino, you are rewarded with spectacular views of Lake Como. From the small plateau on which the church sits, you are able to see Bellagio (the town that occupies Lake Como's peninsula), the town of Griante directly below, and the large mountains that line the eastern shores of the Lake such as Legnone and the Grigne.
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Chiesa di San Martino, Griante
San Martino is a small church perched on the mountain side above Griante, Lake Como (Lago di Como). It's official name is "Santuario Della Madonna delle Grazie di San Martino", but most everyone simply refers to it as San Martino. If you are in, near, or even just passing through Griante and the weather is clear, this is a place you must not miss - not so much for the church, which is pretty, but for the spectacular views of Lake Como that can be enjoyed both on the way up and once at the church.
San Martino:
Santuario Della Madonna delle Grazie di San Martino
San Martino is a small church perched on the mountain side above Griante, Lake Como (Lago di Como). It's official name is "Santuario Della Madonna delle Grazie di San Martino", but most everyone simply refers to it as San Martino. If you are in, near, or even just passing through Griante and the weather is clear, this is a place you must not miss - not so much for the church, which is pretty, but for the spectacular views of Lake Como that can be enjoyed both on the way up and once at the church.
The hike, or more appropriately walk, to San Martino is relatively short at about 45 minutes up from Griante, or about 1 hour up from the shore of Lake Como. There are two paths that lead to San Martino. One starts from Rogaro, a large agricultural plain above Griante, the other begins at the northern edge of Griante just beyond the area of Griante known as Carsolina (download Map of Griante). Eventually they both meet, but the faster and easier route is the latter one that starts at Carsolina. Signs by the lake and also in Griante should point the way for you. Additionally, the church itself is visible from virtually every spot in Griante. But if you are not sure where you are going, just ask anyone on the street my simply saying "San Martino" and they will point you in the right direction.
Bring a panino, some cheese, fruit, a bottle of wine, and have a picnic while taking in the view!
There are a few steep sections, but the walk is along a well maintained and safe path that begins in the forest but quickly opens up offering excellent views of the lake. It is frequented by locals and tourists of all ages, but there are never crowds. A small chapel dedicated to the Alpini (Italian mountain soldiers) is reached at about half way up; it's is a perfect spot to take a break if you need one. Bring water as there is none at the top. There is a fountain in the village. If the weather is nice, bring a panino, some cheese, fruit and a bottle of wine and have a picnic while taking in the view.
Once you arrive at the church of San Martino, you are rewarded with spectacular views of Lake Como. From the small plateau on which the church sits, you are able to see Bellagio (the town that occupies Lake Como's peninsula), the town of Griante directly below, and the large mountains that line the eastern shores of the Lake such as Legnone and the Grigne.
Greenway Lake Como: a landscape trail of 11.2 km in the nature on the west shore of the Lake, discovering ancient villages, churches, villas and gardens.
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Greenway del Lago di Como
Via Luigi CivettaGreenway Lake Como: a landscape trail of 11.2 km in the nature on the west shore of the Lake, discovering ancient villages, churches, villas and gardens.
Orrido is a must see. This natural gorge was formed over the centuries by the flowing waters of the Pioverna, carving out gigantic potholes and suggestive caverns. The dark sinuous recesses, the gloomy rumble of the turbulent waters have been a source of inspiration for many a writer, making Orrido the most renowned tourist spot in the Lario area.
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Orrido di Bellano
Piazza San GiorgioOrrido is a must see. This natural gorge was formed over the centuries by the flowing waters of the Pioverna, carving out gigantic potholes and suggestive caverns. The dark sinuous recesses, the gloomy rumble of the turbulent waters have been a source of inspiration for many a writer, making Orrido the most renowned tourist spot in the Lario area.
Monte Generoso (1704m) offers the most beautiful view in the region. There's a 360 degrees view seizing a territory of the Lakes region, the Po Valley, the Apennines, the Alps, the Gran Paradiso, the Monte Rosa, the Matterhorn, the Bernina group. If you are an epic views addict then it is the first destination for you in the region. The route to the Monte Generoso summit is relatively simple and takes slightly more than 2 hours.
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Monte Generoso o Calvagione
Monte Generoso (1704m) offers the most beautiful view in the region. There's a 360 degrees view seizing a territory of the Lakes region, the Po Valley, the Apennines, the Alps, the Gran Paradiso, the Monte Rosa, the Matterhorn, the Bernina group. If you are an epic views addict then it is the first destination for you in the region. The route to the Monte Generoso summit is relatively simple and takes slightly more than 2 hours.
The Rifugio Menaggio offers some of the most unique and spectacular views of Lake Como. From the rifugio you can extend your hike to Monte Grona (1736 m) and to Monte Bregagno (2107 m).
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Rifugio C.A.I. Menaggio
The Rifugio Menaggio offers some of the most unique and spectacular views of Lake Como. From the rifugio you can extend your hike to Monte Grona (1736 m) and to Monte Bregagno (2107 m).
Pizzo di Gino is one of the most important mountain in the Prealpi Luganesi e Comasche , and the highest of the whole Prealpi Ticinesi-Comasche (Insubria), . It's located at the head of Cavargna valley starting from the principal valley of Menaggio ( South side )and at the end of Albano's valley starting directly from Dongo on the Como lake ( North side ).
Pizzo di Gino is usually considered as a breach point of the Alps and Pre-alps . This mountain can be considered a virtual point where the prealps , with their tipical forms rounded off and usually not higher than 2000 m. slm , leaves the place tho the alps , more rocky , higher than 2000 m. slm and with harder forms .
Panorama from his top is great :from West Alps to Berner Oberland till Bernina group . You have also fantastic views down to the lake's area : from lago Maggiore to lago di Lugano , lago di Como and Valtellina .
Usually the best season to reach the top and to enjoy the panorama is during fall or just after a summer-thunderstorm ( enough frequent in the warm season ) because of the clear and transparent air .
Pizzo di Gino
Pizzo di Gino is one of the most important mountain in the Prealpi Luganesi e Comasche , and the highest of the whole Prealpi Ticinesi-Comasche (Insubria), . It's located at the head of Cavargna valley starting from the principal valley of Menaggio ( South side )and at the end of Albano's valley starting directly from Dongo on the Como lake ( North side ).
Pizzo di Gino is usually considered as a breach point of the Alps and Pre-alps . This mountain can be considered a virtual point where the prealps , with their tipical forms rounded off and usually not higher than 2000 m. slm , leaves the place tho the alps , more rocky , higher than 2000 m. slm and with harder forms .
Panorama from his top is great :from West Alps to Berner Oberland till Bernina group . You have also fantastic views down to the lake's area : from lago Maggiore to lago di Lugano , lago di Como and Valtellina .
Usually the best season to reach the top and to enjoy the panorama is during fall or just after a summer-thunderstorm ( enough frequent in the warm season ) because of the clear and transparent air .
Brunate is an Italian town in the province of Como, located in the Lombardy region. One of its main attractions is the Volta Lighthouse, which was named after the great and famous physicist.
The Lighthouse of Brunate was in fact built in 1927, on the centenary commemoration of Alessandro Volta’s death, who was born and died in Como. In that year, the city wanted to celebrate the anniversary in a big way, with an important national exposure. It was constituted a committee of honor under the patronage of King Vittorio Emanuele II and the presidency of Benito Mussolini, as well as an executive committee headed by Guglielmo Marconi. In addition to that, two buildings were built: the first one was the Volta Temple, which now houses most of the equipment once belonged to Volta, while the latter was the Volta Lighthouse itself.
Located just below the summit of Mount Tre Croci, in San Maurizio, the Lighthouse was designed by engineer Gabriele Giussani, who also chose its particular location. It is a 29 meters high octagonal tower, with an internal spiral staircase of 143 steps. This stairs allows you to reach the two circular balconies: the first one is located just above the main entrance, while the second one is just outside the lantern. Both balconies offer a breathtaking view over the whole arc of the Western Alps, up to Monte Rosa. The lighthouse also offers a great view down to the Como Lake below, as well as on the adjacent towns of Chiasso and Cernobbio. On extremely clear days, you can even see the top of the Duomo di Milano.
The Volta Lighthouse was inaugurated on September 8, 1927, in the presence of Costanzo Ciano, who was Minister of Telecommunications in Mussolini’s government at that time. Since then, every evening from sunset and throughout the night until dawn, its lantern alternately emits a green, white and red light. It is visible up to 50 miles away and it symbolizes a milestone in the journey of humanity: it is a reminder of the invention of the battery, the very first electric current generator.
In the central room of the lighthouse, there is a bust of Volta, represented in old age, which is still present today. To access the Volta Lighthouse you shall take the funicular connecting Como to Brunate: the inauguration was in 1894 and it is active in many hours of the day.
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Faro de Volta
Via Giacomo ScaliniBrunate is an Italian town in the province of Como, located in the Lombardy region. One of its main attractions is the Volta Lighthouse, which was named after the great and famous physicist.
The Lighthouse of Brunate was in fact built in 1927, on the centenary commemoration of Alessandro Volta’s death, who was born and died in Como. In that year, the city wanted to celebrate the anniversary in a big way, with an important national exposure. It was constituted a committee of honor under the patronage of King Vittorio Emanuele II and the presidency of Benito Mussolini, as well as an executive committee headed by Guglielmo Marconi. In addition to that, two buildings were built: the first one was the Volta Temple, which now houses most of the equipment once belonged to Volta, while the latter was the Volta Lighthouse itself.
Located just below the summit of Mount Tre Croci, in San Maurizio, the Lighthouse was designed by engineer Gabriele Giussani, who also chose its particular location. It is a 29 meters high octagonal tower, with an internal spiral staircase of 143 steps. This stairs allows you to reach the two circular balconies: the first one is located just above the main entrance, while the second one is just outside the lantern. Both balconies offer a breathtaking view over the whole arc of the Western Alps, up to Monte Rosa. The lighthouse also offers a great view down to the Como Lake below, as well as on the adjacent towns of Chiasso and Cernobbio. On extremely clear days, you can even see the top of the Duomo di Milano.
The Volta Lighthouse was inaugurated on September 8, 1927, in the presence of Costanzo Ciano, who was Minister of Telecommunications in Mussolini’s government at that time. Since then, every evening from sunset and throughout the night until dawn, its lantern alternately emits a green, white and red light. It is visible up to 50 miles away and it symbolizes a milestone in the journey of humanity: it is a reminder of the invention of the battery, the very first electric current generator.
In the central room of the lighthouse, there is a bust of Volta, represented in old age, which is still present today. To access the Volta Lighthouse you shall take the funicular connecting Como to Brunate: the inauguration was in 1894 and it is active in many hours of the day.
Balcony of Italy
One of the most beautiful places in Italy, elected "Place of the Heart" by the FAI, is the flagship of the Intelvi Valley.
The Sighignola is a mountain of Lombardy Luganesi that extends between the territory of the Italian town of Lanzo d'Intelvi and the Swiss among the counties of Arogno and Lugano. Lanzo begins to reach the highest peak: the road is very windy and completely surrounded by woods. The balcony of Italy can only be reached by car from the Italian side.
Just before you reach the summit you will come upon a launch area for gliding and hiking trails that vary according to difficulty. The buildings and infrastructure of Sighignola and the entire surrounding area date back to the period before the First World War, because the area was of strategic interest for defense systems, known as the "Cadorna Line" with the main purpose of defending the Italian border from a possible attack from the Swiss Confederation. At the end of the road there is a small chapel in memory of the soldiers who had fallen during the First World War and a panoramic terrace.
The rooftop terrace (1320m) offers a spectacular view of Lake Lugano and the surrounding area and has been called "the balcony of Italy": in fact, on a sunny day you can see almost all of Lake Lugano and the mountains, some over 4000 m high, forming the Alpine range, including Monte Rosa and the famed Matterhorn. Newly built, is a terrace in Swiss territory, with children's playground, a barbecue area and benches to admire the beautiful view.
For sports enthusiasts and lovers of hiking there are several paths to choose from. For example one of the most popular routes starts from Lanzo d'Intelvi and connects Mount Caprino to Sighignola, along which you can enjoy a magnificent view of Lake Lugano, the city of Lugano and the nearby mountains such as Monte Bre and San Salvatore . Along the way, you can stop at typical restaurants of Ticino.
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Sighignola
Balcony of Italy
One of the most beautiful places in Italy, elected "Place of the Heart" by the FAI, is the flagship of the Intelvi Valley.
The Sighignola is a mountain of Lombardy Luganesi that extends between the territory of the Italian town of Lanzo d'Intelvi and the Swiss among the counties of Arogno and Lugano. Lanzo begins to reach the highest peak: the road is very windy and completely surrounded by woods. The balcony of Italy can only be reached by car from the Italian side.
Just before you reach the summit you will come upon a launch area for gliding and hiking trails that vary according to difficulty. The buildings and infrastructure of Sighignola and the entire surrounding area date back to the period before the First World War, because the area was of strategic interest for defense systems, known as the "Cadorna Line" with the main purpose of defending the Italian border from a possible attack from the Swiss Confederation. At the end of the road there is a small chapel in memory of the soldiers who had fallen during the First World War and a panoramic terrace.
The rooftop terrace (1320m) offers a spectacular view of Lake Lugano and the surrounding area and has been called "the balcony of Italy": in fact, on a sunny day you can see almost all of Lake Lugano and the mountains, some over 4000 m high, forming the Alpine range, including Monte Rosa and the famed Matterhorn. Newly built, is a terrace in Swiss territory, with children's playground, a barbecue area and benches to admire the beautiful view.
For sports enthusiasts and lovers of hiking there are several paths to choose from. For example one of the most popular routes starts from Lanzo d'Intelvi and connects Mount Caprino to Sighignola, along which you can enjoy a magnificent view of Lake Lugano, the city of Lugano and the nearby mountains such as Monte Bre and San Salvatore . Along the way, you can stop at typical restaurants of Ticino.
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 charming park is set against the uncultivated slopes of Mt Calbiga that tower over the lake. A
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Lago di Piano
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 charming park is set against the uncultivated slopes of Mt Calbiga that tower over the lake. A
Are you looking for a scenic view of Lake Como? The Castle of Vezio is certainly one of these: it stands out in the municipality of Perledo on the terraced and sunny slopes on the top of the hill of Varenna.
Thanks to its privileged location, in the past the castle of Vezio was used to control the communication routes towards the North.
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Castillo de Vezio
Via del CastellanoAre you looking for a scenic view of Lake Como? The Castle of Vezio is certainly one of these: it stands out in the municipality of Perledo on the terraced and sunny slopes on the top of the hill of Varenna.
Thanks to its privileged location, in the past the castle of Vezio was used to control the communication routes towards the North.
The Piona abbey is a typical structure of the Como’s art, made of square stones, than nowadays is precious place thanks to the spirituality that still offers through the Cistercian monks.
Inside the Abbey, as in the best monastic traditions and according to the St. Benedict rule ‘Ora et labora’, you can buy monastic products: liqueurs, ointments, creams and preparations of natural origin particularly rich in therapeutic properties.
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Abadía de Cluny de la Santa María de Piona
55 Via Abbazia di PionaThe Piona abbey is a typical structure of the Como’s art, made of square stones, than nowadays is precious place thanks to the spirituality that still offers through the Cistercian monks.
Inside the Abbey, as in the best monastic traditions and according to the St. Benedict rule ‘Ora et labora’, you can buy monastic products: liqueurs, ointments, creams and preparations of natural origin particularly rich in therapeutic properties.
One of the most beautiful places in the area. If you like waterfalls in an enchanted forest setting this place is for you. Easy to access.
Sorgente del fiume Lambro
One of the most beautiful places in the area. If you like waterfalls in an enchanted forest setting this place is for you. Easy to access.
The Sacro Monte di Ossuccio (literally "Sacred Mount of Ossuccio") is one of the nine sacri monti in the Italian regions of Lombardy and Piedmont, in northern Italy, which were inscribed on the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites in 2003.
The devotional complex is located on a prealpine crag some 200 metres above the western shore Lake Como, facing Isola Comacina and some 25 km from the city of Como. Surrounded by olive groves and woodland, it is quite isolated from other buildings. The fourteen chapels, constructed between 1635 and 1710 in the typical Baroque style reflecting the Counter Reformation ethos of the sacri monti movement, are joined by a path which leads up to a pre-existing sanctuary of 1532 placed on the summit and dedicated to La Beata Vergine del Soccorso.
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Sacro Monte della Beata Vergine del Soccorso - Ossuccio
Via SantuarioThe Sacro Monte di Ossuccio (literally "Sacred Mount of Ossuccio") is one of the nine sacri monti in the Italian regions of Lombardy and Piedmont, in northern Italy, which were inscribed on the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites in 2003.
The devotional complex is located on a prealpine crag some 200 metres above the western shore Lake Como, facing Isola Comacina and some 25 km from the city of Como. Surrounded by olive groves and woodland, it is quite isolated from other buildings. The fourteen chapels, constructed between 1635 and 1710 in the typical Baroque style reflecting the Counter Reformation ethos of the sacri monti movement, are joined by a path which leads up to a pre-existing sanctuary of 1532 placed on the summit and dedicated to La Beata Vergine del Soccorso.
Art and nature come together in a unique green and beautiful landscape.
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Il Sentiero delle Espressioni
Località PosaArt and nature come together in a unique green and beautiful landscape.
Shopping
Address: Via Angelo Maspoli 18, 6850 Mendrisio, Switzerland
Hours:
Friday 11AM–7PM
Saturday 11AM–7PM
Sunday 11AM–7PM
Monday 11AM–7PM
Tuesday 11AM–7PM
Wednesday 11AM–7PM
Thursday 11AM–7PM
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Fox Town Factory Stores
18 Via Angelo MaspoliAddress: Via Angelo Maspoli 18, 6850 Mendrisio, Switzerland
Hours:
Friday 11AM–7PM
Saturday 11AM–7PM
Sunday 11AM–7PM
Monday 11AM–7PM
Tuesday 11AM–7PM
Wednesday 11AM–7PM
Thursday 11AM–7PM
Address: Via Provinciale Per Bregnano, 13, 22070 Vertemate Con Minoprio CO
Hours:
Friday 10AM–7:30PM
Saturday 10AM–7:30PM
Sunday 10AM–7:30PM
Monday 10AM–7:30PM
Tuesday 10AM–7:30PM
Wednesday 10AM–7:30PM
Thursday 10AM–7:30PM
10 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Armani Outlet
SP31Address: Via Provinciale Per Bregnano, 13, 22070 Vertemate Con Minoprio CO
Hours:
Friday 10AM–7:30PM
Saturday 10AM–7:30PM
Sunday 10AM–7:30PM
Monday 10AM–7:30PM
Tuesday 10AM–7:30PM
Wednesday 10AM–7:30PM
Thursday 10AM–7:30PM
For kids
Lake Como Adventure Park
www.lakecomoadventurepark.com
Kids Park
114 Via Pasquale Paoliwww.swissminiatur.ch/swissminiatur/en/
If you want to have an overview of Switzerland and spend a nice time in a wonderful region, do not miss Swissminiatur, an exciting place and a must see attraction for everyone visiting Switzerland.
Swissminiatur was inaugurated on 6th June 1959 and this year it celebrates the 60 year’s anniversary. It is an open-air miniature park located in Melide, on the shore of Lake Lugano, in the Italian speaking part of Switzerland. The park is surrounded by mountains like Monte Generoso, Monte San Salvatore and Monte San Giorgio, which has been declared an UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site.
In an area of 14,000 m2 visitors can admire more than 120 models at scale of 1:25 which represent the most important buildings, monuments and transportation means in Switzerland. A 3,560m long model railway with 18 trains runs through the park. It is fascinating to watch the variety of trains that run along the tracks, cross bridges and stop by at stations. Boats are also in motion on the lakes, cable cars and funiculars go up and down the mountains and cars move along the highway.
For garden lovers, the whole park is beautifully decorated with a selection of 1,500 different plants and over 15,000 flowers. There are several coin operated rides for children.
90 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Swissminiatur
13 Via Cantonalewww.swissminiatur.ch/swissminiatur/en/
If you want to have an overview of Switzerland and spend a nice time in a wonderful region, do not miss Swissminiatur, an exciting place and a must see attraction for everyone visiting Switzerland.
Swissminiatur was inaugurated on 6th June 1959 and this year it celebrates the 60 year’s anniversary. It is an open-air miniature park located in Melide, on the shore of Lake Lugano, in the Italian speaking part of Switzerland. The park is surrounded by mountains like Monte Generoso, Monte San Salvatore and Monte San Giorgio, which has been declared an UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site.
In an area of 14,000 m2 visitors can admire more than 120 models at scale of 1:25 which represent the most important buildings, monuments and transportation means in Switzerland. A 3,560m long model railway with 18 trains runs through the park. It is fascinating to watch the variety of trains that run along the tracks, cross bridges and stop by at stations. Boats are also in motion on the lakes, cable cars and funiculars go up and down the mountains and cars move along the highway.
For garden lovers, the whole park is beautifully decorated with a selection of 1,500 different plants and over 15,000 flowers. There are several coin operated rides for children.
Chocolates Alprose SA
36 Via RompadaRestaurants
With its shady terrace jutting out over the water, this is about the most romantic spot you could choose to eat around the Cadenabbia area. Marianna cooks by theme, so if Friday is lake-fish day (with fish rilettes, smoked-lavarello tagliolini and trout), Thursday is garden day, with lots of vegies.
The servings are copious and of good quality, and there's no pretence at going beyond a down-home feel. The restaurant is about 2.5km northeast of Tremezzo and about 600m north of the Cadenabbia ferry stop.
La Cucina della Marianna
57 Via ReginaWith its shady terrace jutting out over the water, this is about the most romantic spot you could choose to eat around the Cadenabbia area. Marianna cooks by theme, so if Friday is lake-fish day (with fish rilettes, smoked-lavarello tagliolini and trout), Thursday is garden day, with lots of vegies.
The servings are copious and of good quality, and there's no pretence at going beyond a down-home feel. The restaurant is about 2.5km northeast of Tremezzo and about 600m north of the Cadenabbia ferry stop.
Delicious tastings at Enoteca Cantina Follie in Tremezzina. Discover this local wine bar and enjoy local products and a good glass of wine.
30 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Cantina Follie
16 Via Alessandro VoltaDelicious tastings at Enoteca Cantina Follie in Tremezzina. Discover this local wine bar and enjoy local products and a good glass of wine.
This panoramic, rustic spot in the hills above Tremezzo is a meat-lover's paradise. You'll find game, steak, and lakefish—but not a single pasta dish on the menu. (Although fear not, carb fans, you can order polenta.) Family-run and intimate, La Fagurida serves traditional country fare and cucina di montagna (mountain cuisine) in a charming, farmhouse-style dining room filled with copper pots or on a terrace with sweeping views over Tremezzo and the lake. Hearty fare includes roast rabbit, fiorentina (T-bone) steaks, lavarello burro e salvia (a trout-like lakefish with butter and sage), plus polenta uncia (with gorgonzola, butter, garlic, and sage), simple grilled vegetables, and appetizers of cured local meats. All of this is served with excellent wines that are stored in the restaurant's vaulted stone cellar, which you can take a peek at if you ask. Note that you'll need a car to get here, but the drive—along a winding, scenic road—is half the fun. You can walk from Tremezzo, but it is a hike. After your meal, work off some of that rich food with a walk into the cute hamlet of Rogaro, a few minutes down the road
16 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
La Fagurida
17 Via RogaroThis panoramic, rustic spot in the hills above Tremezzo is a meat-lover's paradise. You'll find game, steak, and lakefish—but not a single pasta dish on the menu. (Although fear not, carb fans, you can order polenta.) Family-run and intimate, La Fagurida serves traditional country fare and cucina di montagna (mountain cuisine) in a charming, farmhouse-style dining room filled with copper pots or on a terrace with sweeping views over Tremezzo and the lake. Hearty fare includes roast rabbit, fiorentina (T-bone) steaks, lavarello burro e salvia (a trout-like lakefish with butter and sage), plus polenta uncia (with gorgonzola, butter, garlic, and sage), simple grilled vegetables, and appetizers of cured local meats. All of this is served with excellent wines that are stored in the restaurant's vaulted stone cellar, which you can take a peek at if you ask. Note that you'll need a car to get here, but the drive—along a winding, scenic road—is half the fun. You can walk from Tremezzo, but it is a hike. After your meal, work off some of that rich food with a walk into the cute hamlet of Rogaro, a few minutes down the road
Antica Trattoria del Risorgimento
8 Via Sant'AbbondioCasa Aquadulza
3 Via Giuseppe MazziniRistorante Belle Isole
25 Via Regina