What is the beauty of Lake Como?

As the sides of these mountains run towards the lake's sparkling waters, and rocky tops become verdant hillsides, signs of life and affluence appear in abundance. Lake Como is known for its opulent villas and prestigious inhabitants, but also for its cultural, artistic, and scenic wonders.



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It does not have to be expensive, but can be if you want it to be expensive. Typically I pay abot €11 for lunch in a bar and about €15 for dinner in a trattoria for dinner in the evening (both including wine). Restaurants will be more expensive.

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As compared to Lake Como, Lake Garda is less refined, but in a mystifying and wild way that makes you feel like automatically relaxed amongst the hues of greens, blues and wooden accents. Even the towns and villages sprinkling the shoreline are far more subtle and more traditionally Italian than Lake Como.

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If Lake Como is for relaxation plus some adventure, then the Amalfi Coast area is the opposite — plenty of adventure with the options of enjoying a beach day, should you chose.

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How many days should I spend in Lake Como? I'd suggest to spend at least 3-4 days, because there are a lot of towns and things to see and you will need time to experience Lake Como at its best.

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Bellagio. A highlight of any trip to the shores of Lake Como is a day (or two, or three) in Bellagio.

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Oodles of A-listers, such as George Clooney, Madonna, Richard Branson, Sylvester Stallone, Gianni Versace, and soccer legend Ronaldinho, own or have owned villas around the shores of Lake Como.

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From unique museums and hiking trails to incredible food and boat rides across the lake, you can't go wrong with almost any activity around Como and the entire lake. One of the must-see spots in Lake Como is the town of Bellagio that has a quaint yet historic center, magnificent views, and impeccable luxury.

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This is generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and trail running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.

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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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The western shore of Italy's most celebrated and arguably most beautiful lake, is generally considered the superior one.

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For many, Bellagio is the best town to stay in Lake Como. It's one of the most famous locations on the lake and is well-known to be a luxury location. This is the place to stay if you really want to splash out during your trip.

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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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For Como city and Lake Como west-side destinations, the nearest airport is Milan Malpensa. From Malpensa Airport you can get the Malpensa Express train to Saronno and then take a train from Saronno to Como Nord Lago. Journey time: about 1 hour and 20 minutes.

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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 entire village of Varenna is a scenic spot to enjoy the views of Lake Como but if there's one place in Varenna that offers better views than any other, it's the Villa Monastero.

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