Top Things to do in Lake Maggiore
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On the south side of the Alps, Lake Maggiore is the second largest lake in Italy. Since the climate is mild year-round, the area is filled with Mediterranean vegetation and exotic plants. Lake Maggiore was featured in Ernest Hemingway's infamous novel, A Farewell to Arms, when the protagonist and his lover must row across the lake in order to escape the Italian Carabinieri (think police in military uniforms). Here's hoping you won't have any run-ins of that nature.
Restaurants in Lake Maggiore
1. Cantiere del Verbano
2. Lido di Meina Piscina 1
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5.0 based on 23 reviews
3. Isola Bella
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4.5 based on 1,703 reviews
One of three magical islands on Lake Maggiore, Isola Bella charms visitors with its magnificent Baroque palace and terraced gardens that slope to the lake.
Reviewed By 327inezg - Fredericton, Canada
Iola Bella is the largest of the Islands in Lake Maggiore, privately owned by the Borromeo Family, on which they have a beautiful family home filled with many family treasures and equally beautiful gardens both of which were open and well worth a visit.
4. Botanical Gardens Of Villa Taranto
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4.5 based on 2,251 reviews
Botanic garden on Lake Maggiore. The 16 hectares park houses 20.000 plants of particular botanic value and more than 80.000 blooming bulbous specimens, while over 15.000 border plants cover the numerous flowerbeds.
Reviewed By neilevans823 - County Durham, United Kingdom
Beautiful gardens with a magnificent range of flowers and trees set in a stunning backdrop of snow covered mountains whilst bathing in glorious sunshine. Three hours of peace and beauty.
5. Riserva Naturale Speciale del Sacro Monte della SS. Trinita
6. Rocca Borromea di Arona
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4.5 based on 634 reviews
Reviewed By paolovbossi - The Hague, The Netherlands
It is a unmissable spot when you visit Arona. It is one of my favourite place and the location is amazing. During the years the ruins of the castle have been restored and now they are the perfect background to this park. The view is simply amazing....no doubts that it is the best view of the Lake Maggiore
7. Palazzo Borromeo
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4.5 based on 2,890 reviews
In 1670 Count Vitaliano Borromeo decided to turn a rock awash in the middle of the lake into a “place of delights”. It took four centuries to complete this magnificent work that includes Palazzo Borromeo and its scenic gardens. The tour of the house is fascinating: the Throne and Queens rooms, the Napoleon's Room, the Gallery of General Berthier displaying a collection of 130 paintings. On a lower floor, six grottoes covered with pebbles, tufa rock, stucco and marble were designed to afford cool relief from summer heat. World famous, its baroque garden, with the Teatro Massimo at the centre, consists of ten terraces in the shape of a truncated pyramid. Visitors marvel at the sight of the monumental unicorn, the obelisks, the statues, the two towers and other architectural elements, as well as the mighty trees, like the camphor and citrus trees, and the collections of roses, rhododendrons and camellias.
Reviewed By BestPlaces2015 - Madrid, Spain
We went at the end of august in the late afternoon. The boat trip is less than 10 minutes and already from the water, you can enjoy the beauty of the Isola Bella ( The Beautiful Island). The entry is €17 per person and you have to go through the Palazzo first before getting into the Garden. Isola Bella’s palazzo is like a baroque chest of wonders floating on the water. You will walk through beautifully furnished halls that afford incredible views of the lake and witness many renowned artists’ exclusive paintings, precious furniture, marbles, neo-classical stuccos, shining armors and Flemish tapestries made of silk and gold. The Italian garden with a baroque taste spreads on parterres and terraces placed at different heights and sprinkled with statues, obelisks, ageless stone stairs and balustrades. This results in an impressive view, displaying the power and magnificence of the noble house. Take your time and enjoy being sound rounded by the incredible beauty of Isola bella
8. Orrido di sant'anna
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4.5 based on 239 reviews
Reviewed By 668angele
Dramatic views beautiful crystal lake and lovely little beach. Situated at the beginning of the gorgeous Val Canobina.
9. Lago Maggiore
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4.5 based on 1,075 reviews
The perfect region for your holidays between mountain and lake. Trips, congresses, families, small and big events, culture, outdoor excursions, fun and relaxation in Lago Maggiore, Orta Lake and surroundings.
Reviewed By annbS7783DL - Wakefield, United Kingdom
I would recommend a few weeks together including a visit to austria,switzerland and italy. I stayed in Wilderswil, at theAlpenrose, and ate in the hotel, but in a real swiss chalet to sleep. This way it was more of a real experience. Wilderswil has breathtaking views, and is central for walks and travelling.
10. Piazza della Chiesa
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4.5 based on 234 reviews
Reviewed By alessandrofL127YD - Milan, Italy
In this beautiful churchyard you can see the Church of Saints Gervaso and Protasio, the Baptistery of Saint John, the Portico of the Way of the Cross and the Granum Museum. A jump into the passed years .
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