Lake Como, a picturesque body of water framed by snow tipped mountains in Lombardy is a must-see destination for tourists! Lake Como is the third largest lake in Italy, after Lake Garda and Lake Maggiore and is one of the deepest in Europe.
Stay at a relaxing villa rental near Lake Como where you can base a wonderful few days of your vacation by this picturesque area.
Why not take a few days to walk around the towns and villages along the shores of Lake Como as well as challenging yourself to some incredible mountain climbs?
Start off your exciting lakeside adventure in the town of Lecco, situated along the south of the lake and make your way through towns like Como, Varenna, Menaggio, Bellagio and finish off in the town of Colico at the northern end of the lake.
Stay at a relaxing villa rental near Lake Como where you can base a wonderful few days of your vacation by this picturesque area.
Why not take a few days to walk around the towns and villages along the shores of Lake Como as well as challenging yourself to some incredible mountain climbs?
Start off your exciting lakeside adventure in the town of Lecco, situated along the south of the lake and make your way through towns like Como, Varenna, Menaggio, Bellagio and finish off in the town of Colico at the northern end of the lake.
There is an abundance of old-fashioned little eateries overlooking Lake Como to enjoy a delicious meal in picturesque settings as well as many museums, old buildings and cultural activities to experience. Or travel in style to see each town and village, criss-crossing this vast body of water on frequent ferries.
If you enjoy participating in water sports then why not rent yourself some scuba diving equipment and sail out with an experienced team who can bring you deep down towards the 400 metre deep lake bed! You will see some incredible fish species and get a wonderful perspective of just how unusual a shape Lake Como is under the surface.
Why not hire a car to drive around the inverted Y shape that is Lake Como and get a glimpse of some celebrity villas built along its shores. Famous people like Madonna, George Clooney and Sylvester Stallone have holiday homes overlooking the picturesque Lake Como!
If you enjoy participating in water sports then why not rent yourself some scuba diving equipment and sail out with an experienced team who can bring you deep down towards the 400 metre deep lake bed! You will see some incredible fish species and get a wonderful perspective of just how unusual a shape Lake Como is under the surface.
Why not hire a car to drive around the inverted Y shape that is Lake Como and get a glimpse of some celebrity villas built along its shores. Famous people like Madonna, George Clooney and Sylvester Stallone have holiday homes overlooking the picturesque Lake Como!
Mountain climbing enthusiast will think they’ve hit the jackpot when they come to the mountain lined Lake Como for a few days! Take your pick from a huge and varied range of hiking and climbing expeditions that range from beginner to expert difficulty. The views of Lake Como from some of the mountain peaks here are to be seen to be believed!
Why not read our detailed articles on the magnificent castles of Lake Como and its description as a poetic retreat? Lake Como was a great source of artistic and literary inspiration throughout the centuries and is sure to fill you up with many wonderful memories to take home with you after your exciting visit here!
Why not read our detailed articles on the magnificent castles of Lake Como and its description as a poetic retreat? Lake Como was a great source of artistic and literary inspiration throughout the centuries and is sure to fill you up with many wonderful memories to take home with you after your exciting visit here!
Photo credits
picture 2: Raboe001 / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 3: Bernini Massimo / CC BY-SA 3.0
picture 2: Raboe001 / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 3: Bernini Massimo / CC BY-SA 3.0