Lake · Italy · Lombardy
Lake Como
A deep Y-shaped lake ringed by mountains, villas and pretty villages.
about 8 h
For storytellers
Why Lake Como matters
Lake Como is a long, deep lake flanked by steep green mountains. Villages in pastel colours sit on its shores, and elegant villas open their gardens to the public. Ferries make it easy to hop between towns.
Talking points
- Ferries connect lakeside towns.
- Elegant villas dot the shoreline.
- Autumn and spring are quieter.
- Milan is less than an hour away.
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Also nearby
Within about 40 km, closest first.