How long is the walk around Como?

The Greenway del Lago di Como is a walking route of 11.5 km (7 mi) in one of the most picturesque areas of western Lake Como. It follows the ancient Via Regina, the road that was built by the Romans to connect Como with territories beyond the Alps.



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Como is a walkable location surrounded by picturesque views of lakes and mountains. While you're here, enjoy activities like boating, sunbathing, and simply soaking up the stunning lakeside views. You can learn about the local heritage of Como at top landmarks like Cathedral of Como and Villa Olmo.

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You can walk the whole trail in about three and a half hours or you can choose to walk only a stretch of the Greenway. Public car parks, bus stops and Lake Como ferry stops can be found along the whole trail.

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So far they are all fairly easy trails suitable for everyone (except for people with particular disabilities), plus you will find them divided in such a way that if you are short on time you can still do at least part of the route. Are you afraid to gest lost?

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There are five official legs of the Sentiero del Viandante route: from Lecco to Abbadia, Abbadia to Lierna, Lierna to Varenna, Varenna to Dervio, and Dervio to Colico. Lecco is your starting point, the less glamorous city on the eastern point of Lake Como.

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These are the most beautiful towns in Lake Como:
  1. Varenna. While most guides would probably start with another town as #1, I think that Varenna deserves the first spot. ...
  2. Bellagio. ...
  3. Como. ...
  4. Tremezzo. ...
  5. Lenno. ...
  6. Menaggio. ...
  7. Lecco. ...
  8. Cernobbio.


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Many think that Lake Como is a good stop for a couple of nights and then they should move on but they are mistaken. 2-3 days are not enough to explore Lake Como and its surroundings! Lake Como is the perfect location for a longer stay – even a week or more – in Northern Italy.

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The towns of Como, Bellagio, and Varenna can be easily reached by train from Milan, and from there, you can access some hiking trails on foot. Additionally, boats and ferries crisscross the lake, offering a scenic way to reach different trailheads and explore the towns that dot the lakeshore.

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Discovering Bellagio while walking Come and discover Bellagio on a panoramic walk through the noble villas and ancient hamlets. The 22 suburbs scattered over the vast area of land stretching from the lakeside (229m above sea level) to the top of Mt. San Primo (1,686m above sea level)…

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Stay in less-touristy towns and villages Argegno is a village on the western shores of the lake. It's a quiet place with only a few amenities, making it a great choice for those seeking a different side to Lake Como. Here, you can amble down the cobbled alleyways without bumping into big people left and right.

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It all depends on your travel needs, such as the town that you wish to visit, your departure point and your means of transport. However, it is possible to reach any location on Lake Como without a car by using a combination of public transportation.

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If you love exploring small towns and villages and are willing to spend a bit more for that high-end, luxury experience, Lake Como is the best destination for you. However, if you're looking to enjoy a magical holiday with your children and grandchildren, Lake Garda is the right choice for your family.

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The first few kilometres of the legs at the southern end of the lake are relatively flat, but Lake Como becomes more mountainous as you head northwards into the Alps. Some of the nearby peaks go slightly above the tree-line so the views are really impressive. In the winter, there is skiing in the nearby valleys.

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like Paris, Lake Como is a destination known for being romantic. In fact it is a popular honeymoon destination, so solo travel there was bound to be awkward right? Wrong! There are actually loads of reasons that you absolutely should go in alone in Lake Como!

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