Lake Como

This lake has had many names. The Ancient Greeks named the lake Lario at first. This name, derived from the word lar, and meaning deep, was changed to Lacus Larius by the Romans, who also dubbed it Lacus Comensis, later abbreviated to just “Como“. Commonly referred to as Lago di Como in modern-day Italy, the lake is also known as Lake Como, Lake of Como, or Como Lake in guidebooks. It takes its name from the city of Como, which is home to countless works of art, cathedrals, gardens, museums, theaters, parks, and palaces, and is one of the most visited cities in the Lombardy area.

And what about beathtaking views?

Well, Lake Como’s mountains and valleys are some of the most beautiful in the Lugano Prealps region. By exploring the area on foot, you can appreciate the rolling hills and dense forests for what they are. By the way, Como is home to 215 named peaks that attract visitors worldwide, and Monte Cardinello is at the top of the list (2520 m). It stands on a top the Lugano Prealps in the Lepontine Alps, a mountain range in the northwestern portion of the Alps. We can go there if you like mountainous summer vacations or winter activities with our Monica.