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May 8, 2019 · Lake Como, locally known as Lago di Como or Lario, is the third largest Italian lake (after Lake Garda and Lake Maggiore). Located at the foot of the Alps, Lake Como offers some of the most romantic and picturesque scenery in Italy.
Lake Como (Italian: Lago di Como [ˈlaːɡo di ˈkɔːmo], locally, also known as Lario, is a lake of glacial origin in Lombardy, Italy. It has an area of 146 square kilometres (56 sq mi), making it the third-largest lake in Italy, after Lake Garda and Lake Maggiore.
- Wander through the streets of Bellagio. Bellagio is one of my all-time favorite towns in Lake Como. With its picturesque streets, colorful buildings, and stunning views of the lake, it really looks like it came straight from a postcard.
- Tour the famous Villa del Balbianello. Both Star Wars and James Bond have used Villa del Balbianello as a filming location, which is a testament to how incredible this centuries-old mansion is.
- Discover the town of Varenna. Towns like Varenna almost look too amazing to be real, so much so that I felt like I was living in a dream the entire time I was there.
- Explore Villa Carlotta. The only spot that I think can rival Villa del Balbianello is the regal Villa Carlotta, a huge three-story property with its very own botanical gardens in Tremezzo.
Feb 1, 2023 · Yes, there is plenty to do in Lake Como, Italy. Apart from enjoying the beautiful scenery, visitors can explore the historic villas and gardens, take a boat tour, hike the surrounding mountains, visit museums and galleries, and enjoy the local cuisine and wine.
May 17, 2024 · The western branch of this northern Italian lake is its highlight, home to romantic villas and revamped waterfront promenades in pretty Como city. Lake Como is best known for its views...
- Angela Locatelli
Lake Como. The Italian Lakes, Italy, Europe. Como (aka Lario) is the most ‘James Bond’ of the Italian lakes, where shiny red Ferraris weave through narrow lakeside towns and neoclassical villas take on a whole new level of opulence.
Jun 19, 2024 · One of a cluster of northern Italian lakes that includes Garda, Maggiore, Lugano, and several smaller siblings, Lake Como, or Lago di Como, is Italy’s deepest lake.
