Back to Lake Como July 2019
Lake Como is one of the most famous Italian Lakes. Its not far from Milan in the north of Italy. Lake Como is long (50km), slender and extremely deep. The southern end forks into two long 'legs', with the picturesque town of Bellagio situated on the promontory between them.
We took a ferry from Porto Colico to Domaso. And back.
Above --Slideshow from our 2019 visit to Lake Como.
Above --Slideshow from our 2019 visit to Lake Como.
Lake Como 2007
We flew with Ryanair into Milan. Taxi to the city of Bergamo. You can read about Bergamo here. >>>>>>Bergamo
While there we took a train down to Lake Como.
Train travel in Italy is easy to use. Not too cheap. Certainly worth it.
Como is not the largest lake but one of the most stunning. Famous people have their second homes here like Richard Branson and George Clooney.
While there we took a train down to Lake Como.
Train travel in Italy is easy to use. Not too cheap. Certainly worth it.
Como is not the largest lake but one of the most stunning. Famous people have their second homes here like Richard Branson and George Clooney.
Bergamo -Our base
Lecco
Varenna is a peaceful resort, smaller than Bellagio and also very beautiful. You can admire views from the Castello de Vezio or simply relax by the lakeside.
Lecco is a rather commercial and industrialized town on the least touristy section of Lake Como, the fiord-like eastern branch of the lake. However, the town has good public transport, good opportunities for serious mountain-walking.
Lecco is a rather commercial and industrialized town on the least touristy section of Lake Como, the fiord-like eastern branch of the lake. However, the town has good public transport, good opportunities for serious mountain-walking.
Above is a map to help you plan your Lake Como trip.
We believe that everyone ought to visit Bellagio at least once in a lifetime. It is that perfect small town which has just the most wonderful views across the lake to the beautiful gardens of the Villa Carlotta and spectacular mountains that sweep down to the water’s edge. It sits on a fork in the lake and has an air of quiet dignity.
Lake Como has been a popular holiday destination for aristocrats and the wealthy since Roman times – due to its beautifully kept public gardens, historic villas and dramatic views
Ferries zigzag between shores to shore Town to town.
Como surrounded by the Southern Alps- dramatic mountain scenery.
Menaggio
Hope my images (below) give you an insight into my trips to Lake Como. All different parts of the lake.
Lago di Como
2007-The weather was a bit dull.
2019-Weather was really sunny
Travelling on the ferries the most efficient way of getting around.
Lake Como --Hope to see you again soon.