Archive for 'Lakes'

Come on holidays to one of the most popular destinations in Italy; Lake Garda! Located between the regions of Veneto, Trentino Alto Adige and Lombardy, this giant lake is unusually shaped, being quite wide at the south side and growing narrower as it stretches north. Many charming towns and villages were built along the edge so tourists could quite easily spend a week or two enjoying all the sights and attractions on offer around Lake Garda.

Why not stay in a beautiful villa rental near Lake Garda where yo can spend a few glorious days exploring everything this popular tourist destination has to offer?

Italy is home to many beautiful things; both man-made and natural. Its vast collection of peaceful lakes is certainly worth planning a holiday around as each one has something special to offer visitors!

Choose from a lovely selection of villas beside Lake Garda and Lake Como where you can easily explore all the treasures they have to offer.

Here is a selection of some of the finest lakes in all of Italy! First we have the scenic Lake Lugano. This lake has an unusual shape and although it stretches for 36 kilometres, it barely reaches two kilometres across at any point.

Orta San Giulio is a town that features beautiful landscapes and is a simple town, which is great if you want a remote place to stay free from the distractions of everyday life. Take the time out of your day to enjoy this scenic town that is known for its Romanesque and Baroque architecture.

When you visit this town, you can view many lakes located within the area. Chiefly among them is the Lake Orta. This lake is one of the smallest, yet most attractive lakes near Orta San Giulio. Be sure to check out this stunning lake, by staying in a holiday villa. With our website Italy-Villas.com, your search process for a great accommodation is made easy.

Lago di Como, or Lake Como in English, has long been a popular retreat for the rich and the famous since Roman times. It has many stunning villas and palaces along its banks, with the likes of Madonna, George Clooney, Richard Branson, and Sylvester Stallone owning property there today. It is the third largest lake in Italy, with a depth of over 1320 feet. Along its banks is thecity of Como, which not only offers easy access to the lake and the surrounding Alps but also to a number of gardens, museums, artworks, palaces, and churches.

If you would like to have a holiday beside a lake then why not choose the fabulous lake Trasimeno in Italy?

With a number of things to do like horseriding, museum and winery visits, water sports and more, it's a fantastic place to bring the family as nobody will be bored because at lake Trasimeno there is something for everyone.

You can also go hiking here and every weekend for one month there is a different trail that you can take. This year it's from Saturday 28th April - Sunday 27th May 2012.