Today sees us traversing some winding roads and checking out the more natural attractions of Lake Como. We’ve got a little off the beaten track at bit now as we stumble across a natural attraction – the Bellano Orrido. This is a natural gorge created 15 million years ago by the erosion of the RiverContinue reading “Waterfalls and mountains”
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Varenna
We’re up early and on a ferry over to Varenna. It’s a grey day though so not holding out much hope of good photos. Varenna is a picturesque and traditional village, located on the eastern shore of Lake Como. It looks a little Austrian with the mountains in the background. Varenna’s lakefront, called Riva Grande,Continue reading “Varenna”
Onto Lake Como
We’ve moved on from Lake Garda now and onto the next Italian lake on our hit list – Lake Como. We’re staying in the popular resort of Bellagio for a few nights. The view from our apartment is probably one of the best we have ever had! Although sadly for lazy me, it did meanContinue reading “Onto Lake Como”
Taking a dip
Another out of order post – this should have gone out two days ago. . this triggers my slightly obsessive need to document trips in order!! Another day and more beautiful lakeside towns to explore along Lake Garda’s shoreline. First its the old glamourous town of Gardone Rivera. Once this was a sought after spotContinue reading “Taking a dip”
Lake cruising
Silly WordPress hasn’t published a few posts! So the next 2 are all out of sync – how annoying! We’ve hopped on the lake ferry from Riva del Garda to Malcesine. It’s the best way to truly get to appreciate the gorgeous scenery. We pass by the pretty town of Limone sul Garda. Then weContinue reading “Lake cruising”
Scaligero castle
Today is all about the fortifications – the imposing Scaliger castle to be precise. This amazing structure dominates the little town of Sirmione and I have been wanting to see it for ages! Sirmione was already known to the ancient Romans because of its strategic position – a peninsula that stretches into the lake –Continue reading “Scaligero castle”
Swimming spot
Just time for a quick tour to Limone sul Garda and hubby gets a dip in the refreshing AKA cold lake waters. We’ve almost the place to ourselves as the sun is starting to dip low in the sky. Then we’re moving onto our next stop, the beautiful, but very busy town of Sirmione, setContinue reading “Swimming spot”
Riva del Garda
Riva del Garda sits at the dramatic end of Lake Garda, with mountains rising on either side and Riva perches on the shore, with a stunning backdrop of lake, valley and hills. Riva is the second-largest town on Lake Garda and is a bustling mix of gorgeous old glamour and hectic tourism. The main thingContinue reading “Riva del Garda”
Heaven on earth
We’ve spent the night high up in the hills of Nago Torbole at the most northern tip of Lake Garda, and now we’re heading down to the lakeside town of Torbole. And my word, what a stunning place Torbole is, with its dramatic mountain ranges dipping down to kiss the blue waters of the lake.Continue reading “Heaven on earth”
Torri del Beneco
En route up the eastern side of Lake Garda we stop off in the lakeside town of Torri del Beneco. The historical village centre is surrounded by medieval walls and towers including the Scaliger Castle. This medieval castle stands keeping watch over Torri del Benaco’s historic centre. The setting sun gilds the lakeside town aContinue reading “Torri del Beneco”