Mergozzo (Lago di Mergozzo) 608

Mergozzo is a pretty town situated on the shores of Lake Mergozzo in Piedmont. This quaint little settlement was given the grand Orange Flag award for its beautiful brightly coloured houses, built in traditional local architectural styles, its rich history and culture, and of course its warm tourist welcome.

Choose from a lovely range of vacation rentals in Baveno, located seven kilometres away from Mergozzo where you can enjoy a lovely holiday in stunning natural surroundings.

The houses here are built from sturdy ossola stone and are constructed in such a way that each one rests a little on top of its neighbour so as to reinforce the strength and security of each building. Narrow streets and steps run across this lakeside town and will lead tourists through a labyrinth of charming little shops, eateries and old buildings just waiting to be explored.

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!

The Fattoria del Toce is a farm with an agricultural park that is dedicated to education and knowledge. Officially recognised and supported by the governing bodies of the Piedmont region, the farm was founded in 2002 and introduces visitors to local plant varieties such as camellias, azaleas and rhododendrons, as well as trees like maples and ancient olive trees, and, of course, some adorable farm animals such as the 43 different breeds of rabbits, various breeds of poultry and some endangered creatures, too. Popular throughout the year for families, schools and tourists, it is especially wonderful over the Christmas period and is a wonderful place to spend a day if you and your family have found a vacation rental in Piedmont and are looking for some festive fun!

A visit to the Palazzo Borromeo on Lake Maggiore in Piedmont is a truly unique experience. The palace takes up the entirety of the island, Isola Bella, on which it is located and boasts stunning sights inside and out.

Previously, the island was a barren rock and home to a small fishing village. Construction of the palace was begun in 1632 by Carlo III Borromeo, who named the island after his wife, Isabella, and continued by his sons. The extensive gardens were constructed from earth brought over on boats to cover the rocky terrain and completed by Carlo IV, his nephew.

Paying a visit Santa is a must for kids in the run up to Christmas and, if you have found a vacation rental in the Lake Maggiore area, you will be presented with the unique opportunity to see him on his very own boat!

According to local legend, Santa Claus has arrived in Milan at the end of November each year since 1400 to deliver toys and gifts to each child in the city. Next, he is said to hop on his boat, leave the city, and head up the Navigli and Ticino River to make his way to Lake Maggiore. He visits all of the lakeside towns before stopping and settling in the village of Intra until Christmas.

Lake Maggiore, or Lago Verbàno, is a large lake located on the south side of the Alps and is both the second largest lake in Italy and the largest in southern Switzerland. Divided between the Italian regions of Piedmont and Lombardy and the Swiss canton of Ticino, it is a popular holiday area and a beyond scenic destination that is bound to take your breath away. It is often considered the most beautiful lake in Italy and is known locally as “Verbena” for the flowers that grow abundantly at its shores. The towns that skirt the lake, meanwhile, are no less lovely and are picturesque places full of wonderful food, charming buildings, boutiques and a cosmopolitan atmosphere. If you are looking for a holiday that combines an Alpine getaway with lakeside pursuits, that would be wonderful no matter what time of the year you choose to visit and that offers stunning surroundings, look no further. Just find a luxury villa in Lombardy or a luxury villa in Piedmont and begin exploring the incredible Lake Maggiore.