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Cernobbio - Lake Como

Cernobbio, Lake Como

Villa d'Este

Cernobbio, renowed international holiday resort on the shores of Lake Como, at the foot of Monte Bisbino, is famous for its magnificent villas.

Villa d'Este, overlooking the lake, was the residence of the Princess of Wales, Caroline of Brunswick, in the 16th century, and now it is turned into a luxurious hotel with a magnificent furniture and a wonderful garden.

Another prominent villa is Villa Erba, dated back to the 18th century. The famous director, Luchino Visconti stayed here, as the villa became the customary residence his mother Carla Erba. Today it has become a multipurpose centre for various events and congresses, and still keeps its sumptuous rooms and its elegant park.

Walk along Cernobbio’s waterfront to discover all the villas: Villa Bernasconi, in liberty style, Villa Fontanelle, that used to belong to Gianni Versace, Villa Pizzo, built in 1435 by the Muggiasca family.

From the village there is a scenic route which leads to Monte Bisbino (1300m) where you can visit the Sanctuary of Virgin Mary (Santuario della Beata Vergine).

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