Lenno

Lenno

The quaint village of Lenno neighbours the well-known towns Tremezzo und Cadenabbia (Konrad Adenauer’s regular holiday destination). The area is the ideal starting point for trips around Lake Como and the surrounding region. The famous Villa del Balbianello on the peninsular, reached by ferry from Sala Comacina, is really worth a visit. There are good ferry connections all year round. Particularly worth a visit is the church of Santo Stefano in the village and above the village the old Cistercian monastery "Abbazia dell'Aquafredda". The historic sights and particularly attractive towns are not far away. The local cuisine is particularly good. In restaurants direct on the lake and further a field is an excellent selection of international and traditional cookery. Supermarkets and grocery stores can be found in Lenno.
There is a leisurely and pleasant walk from Colonno to Cadenabbia di Griante to discover villas and gardens, Roman findings, wonderful examples of architecture, ancient villages and charming natural views. It is possible to move amongst municipalities by using Lake Como's navigation public transport and bus lines.
Lenno has a boat stop for boat trips around the lake. Como is about 20 km away, Menaggio about 10 km away, Milan is about 75 km away, Lugano 35 km away.

Lake Como's central region

Your holiday location is a gateway for all travellers wishing to explore the lake and the magnificent surrounding countryside - be it by car, boat, hydrofoil or train. You can take a trip by boat (either with or without car) from the early morning to late in the evening and visit the romantic towns of Bellagio, Menaggio, and Varenna (the Golden Triangle) as well as Cadenabbia.
From Varenna one can travel to Milan/Bergamo or Chiavenna/Bergell by train; alternatively, drive along the toll-free fast road, which is mostly tunnelled, on the eastern side of the lake. On the west of the lake there is a bus route or a boat connection.

In and around Lake Como

Lake Como has so much to offer throughout the whole year. Enjoy a concert or a vernissage, or delight in one of the many charming traditional festivals which often take place in the pretty towns and villages.

It truly is a lake for all seasons.

From a cultural perspective, there is much to see: apart from the many churches and historical buildings around the lake, there are famous villas and buildings (all open to the public), many of which have picturesque Italianate gardens.

"Fashionistas" will appreciate the close proximity of the fashion capital, Milan and also the city of Como, which is the centre of the Italian silk trade. Their influence can be seen the length and breadth of the lake and there are many opportunities to buy stylish Italian clothes inexpensively.

Typically, there are many local weekly markets selling their produce from the neighbouring regions including, amongst other things, fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as cheese and fish.

The season for bathing in the lake begins at the end of May/beginning of June and normally finishes between the middle to the end of September. During the bathing season, the water temperature in the lake ranges between 20 - 24 grad (maximum August temperature). Of course, lovers of surfing and boating are not restricted to these seasons - they can use the lake throughout the whole year. The pools belonging to holiday properties enjoy a slightly longer season as a rule, ranging from the middle of March to the end of October.

playing golf

There are 6 Golf courses in the local area, for example 15 minutes away the well-known "Menaggio e Caddenabbia" Club as well as others nearer to Como.

biking

There are good biking-faclities in the mountains as well as in the nearby valleys or right on the waterfront.

tennis

There are two tennis courts in the centre of Tremezzo and another not far away.

hiking

Your holiday home is the perfect starting point for plenty of hikes and mountain walks that give you fantastic panoramic views of Lake Como and the valleys nearby.

water sports

Not far from your holiday home opposite the church is a pleasant public park and bathing area with a bistro in a pavilion. The well-maintained bathing area provides plenty of space for sunbathing or playing and from here you have direct access to the lake. Further a field in the neighbouring village of Cadenaddia is a lido directly on the lake. Another
attractive possibility is in Lenno next to the Hotel San Giorgio. Boat hire and a water ski school are to be found in the vicinity.