CITIES ON LAKE COMO
Como
A city known for its Gothic cathedral, panoramic funicular, and lakeside pedestrian path. Also renowned are the Educational Silk Museum, which illustrates the history of Como's silk industry, and the Volta Temple, a museum dedicated to the physicist Alessandro Volta. Noteworthy are the churches of Sant'Abbondio and San Fedele, located in the heart of the walled city, which retains the appearance of the original Roman castrum , with well-preserved medieval walls and large watchtowers (Porta Torre, Torre Gattoni, San Vitale).
Lecco
A city that has always been linked to Manzoni's most famous novel, it offers itineraries that will guide you to discover the environments described in it.
The Betrothed: from Lucia's house to Don Rodrigo's palace, to the nearby castle of the mysterious Unnamed.
For sports enthusiasts, a visit to the Sanctuary of the Madonna del Ghisallo and the Cycling Museum, which houses historic pieces from great cyclists like Bartali, Coppi, and Merckx, is a must.
By boat on the lake
"The lake can be admired from the lake"...
Whether you choose a public boat or an exclusive private motorboat excursion, the essence remains the same; a cruise on Lake Como, passing through the famous Bellagio, remains a unique experience.
In addition to Lake Como, the immediate vicinity also includes Lakes Montorfano, Alserio, and Pusiano.
You can find timetables, routes and contact details for discovering navigation on Lake Como at the following link:
Lake Como - Lario Navigation Schedule (comoeilsuolago.it)
By bus to Como and Lecco
From Albese con Cassano, the C40 bus line reaches COMO and LECCO in 20/25 minutes.
TICKETS and TIMES are available directly at the facility.
You will find the respective stops within a 50-meter radius.
Check the timetables in real time:
THE MAIN ATTRACTIONS
Cultural sites
In addition to the cities of Como and Lecco, in the immediate vicinity you can visit numerous cultural sites:
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Baradello Castle, to be discovered on foot through a pleasant walk.
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The Volta lighthouse in Brunate, reachable by funicular
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and historic villas on the lake
Attività sportive
Dal B&B partono numerosi sentieri che vi porteranno in fantastici luoghi:
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Alpe del vicerè
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Monte Bollettone
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Capanna Mara
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Baita Boletto
Nei pressi, possibilità di praticare parapendio, adventure park, volare in aliante e molto altro.
Shopping
Shopping in the historic streets of these two beautiful cities is pleasant and relaxing. Don't underestimate their proximity to Switzerland, which allows for visits to the famous Fox Town shopping center and the Admiral Casino in Mendrisio.