Lake Como holidays
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Holidays to Lake Como guarantee dramatic mountain backdrops, colourful villages, romantic villas and peaceful gardens.
A work of art
Framed against a breathtaking landscape of steep, pine-swathed mountains, Lake Como is famed for its atmospheric sense of calm and elegance. The wishbone-shaped lake is over 20 miles long, and is one of the deepest in Europe – its bed is more than 200 metres below sea level. Its shores are dotted with a collection of rainbow-coloured towns and villages, whose surrounding hills offer lovely walks and even lovelier views. The whole effect is a blend of regal Italian charm and Caribbean-esque beauty.
Historic fame
Lake Como has been a popular holiday spot since the Roman times, and it's even home to a few famous faces – so you may end up brushing shoulders with celebrities like George Clooney, Sylvester Stallone and Richard Branson. With beautifully kept public gardens, historic villas and dramatic mountain landscapes, what’s not to love? Bellagio is one of the most stunning lakeside towns not only on the lake, but in Europe. It’s known for its lavish villas – particularly Villa Serbelloni and Villa Melzi – pretty cobbled streets and breathtaking views from the tip of the peninsula.
Menaggio, Cadenabbia and Tremezzo
Menaggio is a lakeside hotspot on the western shore and sports an old-town centre and a pretty promenade. Just down the road is Cadenabbia, a tiny hamlet with the most stunning views, which is an ideal base for exploring the region. Just next to that is Tremezzo, famous for its vibrant gardens bursting with colour and its mountain walking trails surrounded by olive and orange groves. The best way to explore the rest of the lake is by water – Varenna has transport links to Milan, the city of Como is a cosmopolitan wonder, and the boats can take you to must-see landmarks like the fascinating Villa Balbianello.
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