Archive for 'Lakes'

See the beautiful sight of the Castelli di Cannero on an Italian vacation to Lake Maggiore in Piedmont. These two castles were built on small islets on the lake and are located just off the shore from Cannero Riviera. Choose from a charming range of villa rentals in Piedmont where you can relax and unwind after entertaining days at Lake Maggiore.

These once majestic fortresses now lay partly in ruins and were built between the 11th and 12th centuries. They are among the most iconic sites on Lake Maggiore and talks are ongoing about restoring the larger castle for tourism purposes.

Spend a glorious Italian holiday at Lake Maggiore in Piedmont where you can visit the stunning Borromean Islands. Lake Maggiore is also bordered by Lombardy and Switzerland. This archipelago consists of three small islands and two islets which are situated on the western side of Lake Maggiore and are a popular tourist attraction.

Stay in a comfortable villa rental in Piedmont or Lombardy where you can very easily come to spend some time at Lake Maggiore to engage in some thrilling water sports or simply enjoy some sunbathing along its sandy beaches!

Situated on the shores of the scenic Lake Garda in Northern Italy is the pretty little town of Malcesine. The cobbled streets here are filled with tourists during the warmer months pottering around the shops, visiting the local cultural attractions and sunbathing on the lake’s shores.

Choose from a lovely selection of holiday villas in Azzenza only a few kilometres from Malcesine where you can spend a few days exploring the picturesque Lake Garda.

Framed by the Monte Baldo behind it and Lake Garda in front, Malcesine is a beautiful place to visit and is home to a castle also.

Castello Scaligero was a military fortress until the 19th century when it was converted into a collection of museum and art exhibition spaces which are open every day. There’s a fantastic natural history museum here with tours available in several languages.

If you’re holidaying anywhere around Lake Como in the Northern region of Lombardy in Italy then why not stop off in the quaint little resort of Menaggio during your stay?

Situated on the west shores of Lake Como, Menaggio can be easily reached by the road encircling the lake or via the frequent boats that network across it.

Stay in a villa near Lake Como and enjoy the many attractions in this scenic district of Lombardy!

Looking to escape from the stresses of modern life and head deep into the wilderness? Then a few days relaxing at a villa in Campania neighbouring the region of Basilicata would be ideal for you!

The area of Monticcio is probably best known for its two lakes, located on the slopes of Mount Vulture.

Part of a picturesque forested nature reserve; these two lakes are quite unique in comparison to other lakes of Italy in fact they are green in colour and are a higher temperature than most others.