hikes-and-walks near Divina Commedia “Spiritual Café”

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Como is Lake Como's largest city where you will find shopping, works of art, churches, gardens, museums, theatres, parks and palaces. Places to go inlcude the Duomo, the Basilica of Sant'Abbondio, Villa Olmo, the Volta Temple and Museum, the Teatro...

Located 400 metres from Villa Melzi Gardens and 800 metres from Ferry Terminal, La Turr de Mezz- Bellagio LCA offers pet-friendly accommodation in Bellagio. Guests benefit from free WiFi and private parking available on site....

The old historic centre is characterized by small and narrow streets with suggestive spots, where you will find shops, bars and typical restaurants. Unforgettable is the visit to Villa Monastero with its beautiful gardens sloping down to the lake....

Surrounded by Lake Como, these apartments are in different locations in the historic centre of the Bellagio peninsula. Each is within a 10-minute walk of the Lido beach club and the Sporting Club. Charming Bellagio offers apartments with a seating...

Apartment situated on the ground floor of a vintage house in the old center of Varenna, very close to the famous promenade along the lake leading to the Ferry to reach Menaggio, Como, Bellagio. Nestled in the old center of Varenna, a short walk from...

A recently refurbished ground floor apartment in a quiet location approximately 15 minutes walk from Bellagio. The property is furnished throughout with high quality fittings. Bellagio is a bustling historic town built into a hillside with a...

This cosy apartment on Como Lake is located in the hamlet of Aureggio, just 10 minutes walk or three minutes drive from the historical centre of Bellagio. The apartment is lovely and bright, newly furnished and split on two levels: the ground floor...

The eleven apartments of Il Sogno Bellagio residence are steeped in peace and quiet, blessed with a wonderful view over Lake Como, the center and the parks. Located in some of Bellagio’s most beautiful buildings, overlooking one of the world’s most...

Exclusive rooms to rent in a private residence in the most beautiful part of Varenna, close to the centre, but with the waves lapping at the garden wall. Our home has direct access to the lake, a garden with a view that will take your breath away...

Our family acquired the Villa in 1997 and renovated it completely while preserving the original furniture and authentic frescos. The Villa sits in a 9000m2 park and offers a large and well-equipped terrace directly overlooking the lake as well as a...

The old residence "I Ronchi di Bellagio" lies on a hill in front of the Como lake, not far from the center of Bellagio. All around there is a wounderful park. It was built in 1880 in a rural context. Later on an important industrial family of Milan,...

We have several types of apartments, tastefully furnished and with all the modern comforts to cater for a relaxing holiday or a visit to pursue your favourite sport. The apartments are available all year round. In the very centre of Lake Como lies...

Located in the historic centre of Bellagio, only 100 m from the lake Few steps from Punta Spartivento, Villa Serbelloni and Villa Melzi. Beside being in the heart of Bellagio you can easily reach all the counrties of Como Lake. The bus stop, and the...

"Coeur de Ville" is conveniently located in Via Centrale – (it should sound about Central street in English) the very hart of Bellagio downtown- only a few steps from the pier and to the many restaurants & boutiques. “Coeur de Ville" is...

Casa la Rosa is composed by 5 apartments completely restructured and newly furnished. The apartments enjoy of panoramic lake view on Como and Lecco branches. Every apartment has external furniture (garden tables, canvas and deckchairs) and its own...

"Coeur de Ville" is conveniently located in Via Centrale – (it should sound about Central street in English) the very hart of Bellagio downtown- only a few steps from the pier and to the many restaurants & boutiques. “Coeur de Ville” is...

The Pearl of Lake Como!! Bellagio is the most famous resort on the Lake Como, visited every year by thousands of tourist from all over the world! Because of its location it has a great variety of views, from the shore of the lake up to the edge....

Amid the splendid scenery of Lake Como stands the residence Il Borgo, situated in the historic centre of Bellagio just a few steps from the lake and the main jetty where the passenger boats disembark, surrounded by numerous boutiques and artisan...

Il Poggio di Bellagio is located in a very peaceful and panoramic position within walking distance from the centre, surrounded by a park with garden and olive trees. What makes it unique is its elevated location, overlooking the promontory of...

Varenna, an enchanting romantic village, lays on the Oriental shore of the Lake of Como. There, among its characteristic alleys, porches and ancient steps, in a typical old building you can find apartments and rooms for a relaxing holiday. Each...

Varenna House is located in the central area of Varenna, set on the first floor of a historic building. It is composed by a large living room with kitchenette, sofa bed for two persons, bedroom and bathroom....

By the shores of Lake Como, immersed in the greenery of the beautiful Villa Serbelloni gardens and basking in constant sunlight, the Ulivo Residence is the ideal location for holidaymakers wishing to spend time with their families while enjoying the...

Discover Konrad Adenauers former summer residence at Lake Como as your exclusive meeting venue or individual vacation resort. The historic Villa La Collina and the modern Accademia today belong to the Konrad-Adenauer-Foundation. Both buildings are...

Villa Lucertola is steeped in a rich and romantic history - from Victorian touring parties through to the present day. This history has, for the most part, been lovingly passed down by each successive owner to the present, so that we now have an...

Coming from the lake and landing pier, the view of Villa Sola Cabiati, also referred to as Villa La Quiete, one of the most famous residences of Lake Como, is striking for its harmonious beauty. The double staircase, with stone balustrade gray...

Villa Trotti Bentivoglio is one of the most ancient and elegant villas of Lake Como, built in the early 1700’s, renovated in the last century with the addition of important Moorish decorations and finally restored in 1985. A large park runs along...

Fellaria Glacier is located in Valmalenco (SO), upstream of Lake Gera and Bignami Refuge. To reach the lake, from the refuge, you continue following the Marson Glaciological Trail towards the eastern tongue of the glacier.The lake is located in a...

15 minutes to Lake Como going up from Menaggio, the Grotte di Rescia are a series of caves unified to a single complex at the beginning of the 20th century, wind along a tourist route of about 500 mt on the mountain slopes, on the eastern shore of...

“Path of Expression”, which was inaugurated in 2014, goes through the Regional Forest Valle Intel and it is an interesting trail to visit where visitors can encounter along this magical trail between art and nature, many wooden sculptures and carved...

Lago Darengo is a beautiful mountain lake situated at 1790 m. altitude. The ideal starting point is from Crotto Dangri (650 m) above Gravedona ed Uniti, 10 km away from Lake Como and 3 km after Livo village (be carefull on the last 3 km which are...

A hike that starts not far from Como with spectacular views of Lake Como and the Italian and Swiss Alps, Monte Colmegnone (m 1.383) is also known as Poncione di Laglio. The altitude gain of the hike is about 1000 meters. You can reach it from either...

The Gazzirola (also known as Garzirola) 2112 metres, is a mountain of the Lugano Prealps on the Swiss-Italian border. It is a moderately difficult hike in Val Cavargna near Lake Como. This hike rewards you with sweeping panorama over Lake Como (you...

Located on the northern slope of Monti Valletto (m. 2370) and Ponteranica (m. 2378). The construction of the dam, which occurred in the early years after World War II, expanded the lake’s capacity. Part of a popular hike to enjoy the beautiful views...

This waterfall originates from a cave at the bottom of the Palio Costa, near Morterone in Val Taleggio. There is also a popular pool deep enough for those who wish to brave a jump. The Enna can be visited along a spectacular gorge about 3 km long,...

The ice cave of Moncodeno is the most famous cave with glacial deposits in the Lombardia Region (even described by Leonardo Da Vinci). It is the symbol of the whole plateau of Moncodeno with its 1,190 m depth, it is one of the deepest caves in Italy...

Located a few kilometers from Bellagio in the Larian Triangle. Highest of all mountains on the promontory, it offers unparalleled views of the lake and breathtaking panoramas. Along the way you will encounter large boulders (Pitera Lentina) left...

Jurassic cave located just north of Erba. The entrance is enormous frequently compared to Milan’s Cathedral at about 45 meters in height, 38 wide and over 400 in length. Use of the cave dates back to Paleolithic times as evidenced by flints and...

The Kilometer of Knowledge (Chilometro della Conoscenza) is a path on the western shore of Lake Como - a kilometer long - that starts from Villa Olmo, crosses a bridge through the municipality of Serre, Villa del Grumello, and ends at Villa Sucota....

Located above the village of Cernobbio, it is the starting point of the famous route known as “Via dei Monti Lariani", a hiking and cycling trail of 125 km on the mountains of the western shore of Lake Como. Many of the villages connected by the...

The white church of San Calimero with its characteristic sloping roof red, is very well known in Northern Grigna. It stands clearly visible looking at the mountains above Pasturo and offers a spectacular view, overlooking the Valsassina, Zuccone...

The valley opens up to display a wide, green landscape that is pristine and wild. You can reach the Sanctuary of Madonna della Neve, symbol of the valley, and a rifugio of the same name where the view opens to the mountain Pizzo dei Tre Signori. It...

One of the most interesting areas in Lombardy from a geological, geomorphological, and paleonthological point of view. Highlights include: Limestone pavement (karstic phenomenon); stratified rocks and caves; "Acqua del Fò", a monumental a...

The Prim’Alpe Visitor’s Centre is the starting point for this interesting trail near Canzo. The hike is easy, even for young aged children. During your trek you will meet elves, gnomes, the drunken donkey and other many interesting figures, together...

An extraordinary natural sight the Troggia waterfall in Introbio Valsassina mentioned by Leonardo da Vinci in his Codex Atlanticus. The Troggia creek comes from Lake Sasso at the foot of Pizzo of Tre Signori and goes on along the Biandino valley...

Sighignola is a mountain of the Como Prealps, located on the border between the Italian region of Lombardy and the Swiss canton of Ticino. A panoramic terrace just below the summit, and directly on the Italian side of the border, provides a...

Crocione in Italian means large cross, and that is what adorns the top of Monte Crocione, a 1641 metre peak directly above the town of Griante. From here you will experience breathtaking views of Lake Como, and the Swiss and Italian Alps....

A gentle hike to the small chapel of San Domenico (800m) which rewards you with a spectacular view of Lake Como and the surrounding mountains....

A prominent natural arch located in Formazione di Esino is a unique opening on the side of a mountain. It is a relic of a previous large karst system in the area that is evidenced by several cavities. The present morphology is due to collapse or...

Monti di Nava (850m), also referred to simply as Nava, is an area of alpine pastures in the mountains above Griante and at the foot of Monte Crocione. It was traditionally used for grazing animals such as cows and goats during the summer months, and...

Inside Como’s walled city are many pedestrian friendly squares. Explore Piazza Fedele’s cafes or restaurants in an ambiance that is a bit more quiet than the Piazza Duomo....

Monte Palanzone is a mountain 1436 meters high--only second to Monte San Primo in the area. It can be reached in several ways but the most populare is from Como via the funicular to Brunate, location of the lighthouse and centuries old church,...

Montepiatto is a small settlement of houses scattered in the mountains above Torno. After a windy path a several steep staircases, you'll be awarded with beautiful views of the Como lake basin....

Hike that follows the course of a river, including potholes, waterfalls and waterholes of rare beauty. Forcing the hiker to numerous fords that, like it or not, they will often cool off your feet, especially during periods when the water flow is...

The San Tomaso Park occupies the lower foothills of the ridge of Corno Birone (1,116 m), Mount Rai (1,250 m), Mount Prà Santo (1,245 m) and the Colma di Val Ravella (939 m). The park offers a beautiful landscape from just a short distance from the...

Il Rogolone is one of the biggest oak trees in Europe. It stands in a clearing in the woods near Velzo. The tree is almost 300 years old is 25 m high and its trunk has a circumference of 790 cm. Il Rogolone can be reached over an easy path either...

The waterfall Cenghen (or Waterfall Valley Monastery) is located at an altitude of about 600 meters above sea level. This waterfall is crossed by the waters of the stream Zerbo and, with a height of about 50 meters. The waterfall is easily reached...

The Bear's Cave or Bear's Hole, is found on the northern extreme of Laglio, in the Torriggia area, at about 400 meters above Lake Como. You arrive by climbing from Torriggia via a mountain path. The grotto is famous for the petrified bones found...

Although it is not the highest mountain in the Lake Como area, the Grigna (pronounced "greenya") is by far the most prominent. For those of you that will be visiting the western shore of Lake Como, especially in the mid lake region, this is the...

The whole territory of the Larian Triangle and, in particular, its westernmost end, is characterized by the abundant presence of so-called "erratics" or "boulders" left behind by glaciers. Those found in Torno and Blevio have been declared national...

Monte Legnone is the highest peak in the immediate Lake Como area. The view from the top is definitely unforgettable. Monte Legnone is 2,610 metres high making it the highest peak in the Lake Como area. It is located at the north end of the lake,...

A spectacular balcony over Lake Como, this hike will reward you with some of the most breath taking views of the lake. Monte Bregagno can be reached by first going to the town of Breglia by car or by bus. From there you can hike to Rifugio Menaggio,...

The Gorge, created by the river Pioverna, is a natural canyon where giant bowls and incredible caves have been carved out by the water over the centuries. A concrete footbridge allows visitors to admire this beauty from an extremely unique location....

Situated above the town of Menaggio; from Rifugio Menaggio you can reach the top of Monte Grona (1736 m) from where one can admire one of the best views of the Pre-Alps; if the day is clear enough, many peaks of the Alps from Monviso to Bernina....

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