Benedikte’s guidebook
Sightseeing
A walk by "lungo lago", aperitivo and gelato at the ice cream factory is a must!
200 locals recommend
Menaggio
A walk by "lungo lago", aperitivo and gelato at the ice cream factory is a must!
Beautiful little village on the other side of the lake. Not so many toursist as in Bellaggio. Very romantic scenic village. There are boats from Menaggio several times a day. Our favourite restaurant in Varenna is "Al Prato".
395 locals recommend
Varenna
Beautiful little village on the other side of the lake. Not so many toursist as in Bellaggio. Very romantic scenic village. There are boats from Menaggio several times a day. Our favourite restaurant in Varenna is "Al Prato".
Villa Carlotta
2 Via ReginaVilla del Balbianello
Via Guido DelmatiGreat village to go for an afternoon stroll and ice cream. Beautiful views over the lake.
33 locals recommend
Gravedona ed Uniti
Great village to go for an afternoon stroll and ice cream. Beautiful views over the lake.
La Crocetta
Beautiful view and lovely little walk
City/town information
Chiavenna
Beautiful charming village close to the wineyards.
Great place for shopping, somewhat expensive, but very charming city. We usually go the for lunch there and just stroll around the city. Our favourite place for lunch is "Bottegone del Vino" at Visa Massimiliano Magatto 3.
214 locals recommend
Lugano
Great place for shopping, somewhat expensive, but very charming city. We usually go the for lunch there and just stroll around the city. Our favourite place for lunch is "Bottegone del Vino" at Visa Massimiliano Magatto 3.
Beautiful city. Must see is the Duomo and perhaps also a trip with the funicular to Brunate.
393 locals recommend
Como
Beautiful city. Must see is the Duomo and perhaps also a trip with the funicular to Brunate.
Restaurant recommendations
Trattoria La Vecchia Magnolia
1 Via per PlesioOur local trattoria in Loveno. Good pizza and pasta!
Fantastic restaurant just by the lake. Beautiful food and superb atmosphere. Dont go without table reservation.
25 locals recommend
Locanda La Tirlindana
5 Piazza Giacomo MatteottiFantastic restaurant just by the lake. Beautiful food and superb atmosphere. Dont go without table reservation.
Al Veluu Ristorante Suites
Via IV NovembreLovely food with beautful view.
Divino 13
9 Via Enrico CarontiGreat place for an aperitif or a nice and cozy meal outside.
5 star experience! At the upper price level, but if you consider the view and food its definately worth it.
49 locals recommend
Ristorante Crotto dei Platani
73 Via Regina5 star experience! At the upper price level, but if you consider the view and food its definately worth it.
Superb local restaurant in Mezzegra. Top quality Italian food and great service. 3 course meal for 39 euro.
10 locals recommend
Antica Trattoria del Risorgimento
8 Via Sant'AbbondioSuperb local restaurant in Mezzegra. Top quality Italian food and great service. 3 course meal for 39 euro.
Il Ristorante Di Paolo
5 Largo CavourGood food with nice view in the center of Menaggio.
Osteria Il Pozzo
1 Piazza GaribaldiTraditional Italian food in the middle of the Piazza in Menaggio
Pasticceria Cassera Moretti
12 Via Carlo CamozziBest place in Menaggio for a good coffe and cake. Try it for breakfast!
Ristorante Pizzeria Co. Ri.
57 Via per la GronaGreat pizzeria just behind our house, with a wonderful view!
Nabolag
Our beautiful neighborhood! Stroll around admiring the historical villas and authentic Italian atmosphere.
There is a tennis club and nature reserve, many hikes start from here.
Loveno Sopra Menaggio
Our beautiful neighborhood! Stroll around admiring the historical villas and authentic Italian atmosphere.
There is a tennis club and nature reserve, many hikes start from here.
Hiking
Beautiful hike with spectacular view over the lake once you reach the top. About 1h30min from Breglia. You reach the startingpoint at Breglia by following the street up from our house in about 5 min by Car. If you want a longer hike its possible to continue to Monte Grona .
32 locals recommend
Rifugio C.A.I. Menaggio
Beautiful hike with spectacular view over the lake once you reach the top. About 1h30min from Breglia. You reach the startingpoint at Breglia by following the street up from our house in about 5 min by Car. If you want a longer hike its possible to continue to Monte Grona .
Rifugio La Canua
Via ai MontiThere is a beautiful nature reserve close to our house. Perfect for hiking, or just families relaxing by the river.
6 locals recommend
Parco Val Sanagra
2-8 Via MoliniThere is a beautiful nature reserve close to our house. Perfect for hiking, or just families relaxing by the river.
Panoramic hike with beautiful view. Only 2 km one way from Griante. Suitable for most people. Suggest to bring a picnic and enjoy the lake view.
12 locals recommend
Chiesa di San Martino, Griante
Panoramic hike with beautiful view. Only 2 km one way from Griante. Suitable for most people. Suggest to bring a picnic and enjoy the lake view.
Considered one of the most beautiful panoramic balconies in the region, Monte Berlinghera (1,930 m a.s.l.) is part of the Lepontine Alps on the western coast of Lake Como and Lake Mezzola, on the border between the Province of Como and the Province of Sondrio. The hike to the top is pleasant and not too difficult, and the view from the top will literally take your breath away.
8 locals recommend
Monte Berlinghera
Considered one of the most beautiful panoramic balconies in the region, Monte Berlinghera (1,930 m a.s.l.) is part of the Lepontine Alps on the western coast of Lake Como and Lake Mezzola, on the border between the Province of Como and the Province of Sondrio. The hike to the top is pleasant and not too difficult, and the view from the top will literally take your breath away.
Chiesetta di Sant'Amate
Wonderful views and a great hike, about 4km uphill from Breglia.
Beautiful walk through villages and lovely scenery. 10km and quite flat. Easy for the whole family. Suggest to start in Colonno and walk to Griante.
79 locals recommend
Greenway of Lake Como
Via Luigi CivettaBeautiful walk through villages and lovely scenery. 10km and quite flat. Easy for the whole family. Suggest to start in Colonno and walk to Griante.
Val Masino