hikes-and-walks near Santa Maria Assunta
Featuring a large garden with barbecue Balcone Fiorito is a B&B in the peaceful hills surrounding Lake Como. It offers free WiFi, private parking, and en suite rooms with an outdoor dining area. With a private balcony or a patio, each room at...
Set in a picturesque village, overlooking the Lake of Como, where the mountains frame a unique and breathtaking landscape, between the lake and the sky.... you can find our romantic B&B! You can enjoy very peaceful days, deeply surrounded by the...
The B&B is above Varenna's Hills nearby Castel Vezio that you can see from Varenna centre! This was my dream after 30years working in a bank of a big city always in hurry and in the crowed!! Please take a breath and enjoy what the world is...
Orange House is the new comfortable and convenient bed & breakfast placed in Varenna, "the pearl of the Como Lake". Lovely Varenna, framed by the famous "manzoniane" mountains in the green of the cypresses and the olives, is one of the most...
Located in the small village of Vettius: village where you can spend days very quiet with a chance for lovers mountain hiking. Located near the porch of the restaurant with typical cuisine Vettius del Lario. Located on the route of the Path of the...
The B&B is located in the heart of the historic center of Varenna at the end of the Piazza San Giorgio overlooking the Piazza San Giorgio and the lake. The lake is only 30 meters far , a short walk on the lakeside promenade leads to the ferry...
In one of the most charming and characteristic places of the Como Lake, here we are to open the doors of our home. The B&B “Il Bolentino" was born with the intent to host you as in the most ancient Italian tradition. We will offer you our warmth...
A house built at end of 1800 and recently renovated respecting traditional colours and materials. All rooms offer spacious comfort with spectacular panoramic views of Lake Como and the Vezio Castle. Your hosts, Eliana e Flavio will be happy to offer...
Immersed in a large peaceful garden just few minutes from the lake and small harbour, this is the ideal accommodation to spend weekends and holidays....
Situated in the centre of the historical context of Bologna, characteristic village of the municipality of Perledo, you will find B&B "C'era una volta", the residence is a farmhouse of the eighteen century completely restored and added with all...
La Sorgente della Luna, Naggio, is surrounded by a beautiful garden overlooking Lake Como, offering the body and soul a vital contact with uncontaminated nature. The territory offers very interesting plant and animal life. In addition, some...
My house is located in the centre of Cardano, nearby of the central square, from which branches off the small and ancient streets of stone bowl. The short trail will take you to my “flowered" gate in wrought iron. My B&B represents an excellent...
Only 50 mt. from the lake, the building is located in the centre of Dongo. It seems that the oldest part of the B&B was built around 1200; the part owned by the aristocratic Marta Gentile (who lived there during the II world war) is from 1600....
Welcome to our home! Our B&B is located in the historic center of Dervio, 300 meters from train station and along the ancient Sentiero del Viandante, just a few minutes from Varenna and Bellano, on Lake Como. Immersed in the silence of the old...
Returned to its former splendor after a recent restoration, Villa Stefy is to dominate Dervio, surrounded by a lovely garden that enriches making even more pleasant stay. Guests can enjoy a pleasant moment of relaxation in an oasis serene and...
It's a place immersed in natural beauty, with unforgettable views of the lake. Here, inspired by our passion for nature, we created our heaven of peace, where we welcome you to enjoy a relaxing atmosphere and meet new people. The sweet breeze of the...
If you are looking for a place off the beaten track, with a lovely view of the lake and the clean mountain air, stop by us & you will be surprised by the tranquility, privacy and exclusive atmosphere. The prices include accommodation in a room...
The houses that you can't reach by a car road are always fewer. Where you can arrive only on foot there are not cars and noise. With few steps through the historical village of Oro you come down from the road to the natural balcony over the lake...
The B&B - situated in the village of ORO - so call for the particularly sunny position - it enjoys of a stupendous sight lake and it allows to reach, though an attractive stairway that crosses the old suburb, one of the various beaches that stud...
The room are view lake and in the big salon there is a typical Lombard fireplace which will warm up the atmosphere during the winter nights. In summer instead, you can admire a beautiful panorama, while you relax on the big terrace....
Villa Lena, historic residence since 1936. A comfortable Bed & Breakfast for your holidays on Lake Como, near to lake and mountain, with affordable prices and friendly accommodation. Villa Lena Bellano offers country-style accommodation and a...
La Taverna Malanotte of Bellano, with wine pouring, offers traditional flavors in combination with a wide selection of wines in an environment full of past memories. Next to the apartment a typical wine bar in the "Taverna Malanotte" may propose to...
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 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...
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...
One of the most walked and photographed passageways in the heart of Bellagio that is home to fashionable boutiques, restaurants and a variety of shops. This is just one of the many narrow streets that can be explored affording riveting views of 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,...