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Northern Italy: Garda, Maggiore and Como. Italian lakes

When people say “lakes in Italy,” they primarily mean Garda, Lago Maggiore and Como. Experienced travelers and geography experts will also name Varese, Lugano, Iseo, Trasimeno, Omodeo. But in Italy there are over one and a half thousand fresh water bodies. Of these, the lion's share are small ones. They were formed as a result of the damming of the river bed by an ancient glacier. But there are also lakes of a different origin in Italy. For example, lagoons. They were formed by cutting off a certain area from the sea with scythes. An example of a lagoon lake in Italy is the beautiful Lesina. Reservoirs also form in the calderas of extinct volcanoes. The most famous lake of this origin is Albano. It is located twenty kilometers from Rome, at the foot of Monte Cavo.

In this article we will talk about the main lakes in Italy. These freshwater bodies of water are an alternative to seaside resorts and are well suited for those people who cannot stand the heat.

Great Lakes of Italy

Photos of these shining blue reservoirs adorn all guidebooks around the country. Like a necklace of precious sapphires, they are spread out on the southern slopes of the Alps. The massive mountain system reliably shields Garda, Como and Lago Maggiore from the northern winds, creating a unique Mediterranean climate. Lemons and oranges ripen here, and the region is famous for its winemaking and olive oil. In addition to this, travelers will find medieval castles and Baroque palaces, Romanesque churches and incomparable Italian flavor. The Great Lakes include the country's largest lakes, Garda, Como, Maggiore, Lugano and Iseo. But there are smaller bodies of water that are no less picturesque.

Garda

The most large lake in Italy located near Verona. Crystal clear water, crazy beautiful landscapes, the unique climate attracts many travelers from all over the world. Holidays on the island are considered even more prestigious than at seaside resorts. The banks of this reservoir are covered with ancient towns. The most famous of them is Sirmione. It was famous back in ancient times thanks to its thermal springs. The town is located on a peninsula jutting far into the water.

The tourist attractions of Sirmione are the ancient villa "Grotto of Catullus", medieval church Santa Maria Maggiore and San Pietro in Mavino. On the northern shore of the lake is Riva del Garda with excellent beaches. It is worth taking a short trip on a tourist boat, stopping at different resorts - Limone, Torbole, Bardolino, Desenzano, Malcesine and others. And Castelnuovo del Garda needs to be devoted to a whole day. After all, here is the Gardaland amusement park with an aquarium.

Como

“The standard of prestigious recreation” - such is the glory of this lake in Italy. During the era of the Roman Empire, the poet Virgil had their villas here, and today George Clooney and other celebrities. Italy's third largest Lake Como is easier to get to from Milan - just forty kilometers straight north. The reservoir got its name from the town. But besides the village of Como, the shores of the lake are dotted with other resorts: Lecco, Varenna, Cernobbio, Menaggio, Laglio and others. The climate here is even and mild. The air temperature during the tourist season (May-October) is from +22 to +28 degrees. Como is considered the deepest lake not only in Italy, but throughout Western Europe(up to 410 meters).

But this is not what attracts tourists, but the luxurious villas that form a single whole with an equally marvelous landscape. Como has repeatedly become the setting for films. But relaxation here is for hedonists and lovers of a relaxing pastime, unlike Garda, which “specializes” in windsurfing. The following can be distinguished from Como’s “must si”: interesting places: Villas Melzi and Serbelloni in Bellagio, Basilica of St. Eufemia and fort on the island of Comacino, Castello di Vezio in Varenna, Pion Abbey of the seventh century.

Lago Maggiore

The name of the second largest body of water translates simply as “Big Lake”. It is shared between Italy and Switzerland. Maggiore also marks the border between the regions of Piedmont and Lombardy. There are many resorts on the shores of the lake. In Switzerland these are Locarno and Ascona. Best views open from the western (Piedmontese) shore of the lake in Italy. The resorts of Verbania, Cannobio, Intra, Stresa are located there. In Lombardy, the famous places are Sesto Calende, Besozzo, and Angera. The most popular tourist attraction is the Borromean archipelago, especially the island of Isola Bella. Almost its entire territory is occupied by the luxurious palace of the cardinal, now a museum. During the tourist season, boats depart to the archipelago from Intra, Pallanza, Laveno and Stresa. But there are other islands on Lago Maggiore: rocky Castelli di Cannero and Izulin with an excellent beach. Mount Holy Trinity, overlooking Ghiffa, is included in the UNESCO List due to the Baroque chapel located here.

Lago Albano

The dimensions of this lake in Italy are small: three and a half kilometers by two. The palace of the Pope, Castel Gandolfo, makes the reservoir famous. Lacus Albanus enjoyed fame back in ancient times. In 395 BC, the Romans dug a tunnel to regulate the water level of the lake. And in the fifteenth century, Pope Pius II glorified him in his Commentaries.

Lake Albano is of volcanic origin. It is located in two calderas. The easiest way to get there is from Rome. It is only twenty-five kilometers away. Mountain biking connoisseurs love to relax on Lago Albano, as it has very beautiful shores. Kayaking and team rowing competitions are held on the ancient canal near Castel Gandolfo.

Lake Braies (Italy)

This body of water is considered the pearl of the Alto Adige region. This alpine lake lies at an altitude of almost one and a half thousand meters above sea level. The water surface is surrounded on all sides by rocky dolomite cliffs. The lake was formed as a result of damming by a landslide. This natural landmark rests at the foot of the Croda del Becco mountain. The lake attracts tourists with its turquoise surface and unparalleled alpine nature. Despite its elevated location, you can swim there in summer. The lake is surrounded by a walking trail, there is a pier and tourist boats operate. Reviews recommend getting to Braies, a lake in Italy, from Bolzano, which is located in the province of South Tyrol. The reservoir is separated from this city by one hundred kilometers.

The lakes of Italy are diverse - from the purest mountain lakes to shallow lagoon reservoirs. In total there are about 1.5 thousand lakes in the country. While relaxing on the lake shores of Italy, you can enjoy magnificent natural landscapes, conquer mountains, engage in water sports, sunbathe, swim in clear waters and admire countless architectural monuments.

Alpine lakes

In the northern part of Italy, not far from and are located the largest and most beautiful alpine lakes. Mountains, clean water, diversity of flora and fauna and excellent tourism infrastructure attract tourists from all over the world to the lakes.

(Lago di Garda) is the largest lake in Italy with an area of ​​370 km². It is located between and Milan and unites three regions: (Lombardia), (Trentino) and (Veneto). The Alps protect the lake from the winds; the climate here is warm and mild. On the lake you can observe an amazing phenomenon - seiches, standing waves, which can occur even in calm weather and last from several minutes to two hours. The shores of Lake Garda are dotted with resort towns and villages, where monuments of art and architecture have been preserved.

Holidays on Lake Garda will appeal to lovers of water sports, mountain walks, horseback riding or cycling. Those who are seduced by night life Pubs, bars, clubs, discos and nightly fireworks await. For family holidays, the lake has amusement parks, zoo and water parks, diving centers and other tourist infrastructure. The surrounding area of ​​the lake is famous for its olive groves, vineyards and orchards– you can try and buy natural wine from the best wineries olive oil, cheeses and other delicacies.

On the lake you can visit the city of Sirmione, which is famous for the Scaliger Castle (Castello dei Scaligeri) - a fort built in the 13th century to protect the city from the lake, one of the towers of which is an observation deck for tourists at an altitude of 47 meters. Located here thermal source Boiola (Fonte Boiola) and “Grotto of Catullus” (Grotte di Catullo) are the ruins of the once huge luxurious villa of the ancient Roman poet, dating back to the 1st century BC. e.

Other popular places in the vicinity of the lake are the town of Limone sul Garda, which is famous for its lemon and olive groves, as well as the Professional Windsurfing World Cup.

On the island of Garda (Isola di Garda) you will find Villa Ferrari A luxurious example of the Venetian neo-Gothic style, the town of Malcesine has excellent conditions for windsurfing, skydiving and sailing.

(Gardaland) in Castelnuovo del Garda, in the province of Verona – perfect place for holidays with children. This is the third largest amusement park in Europe, where several dozen attractions are open for children and adults.

Como

Lake (Lago di Como) is one of the alpine lakes 40 minutes drive from Milan International Airport. The lake has 3 branches - the northern one is called Colico, the southeastern one is Lecco and the southwestern one is Como. Along the banks there are luxurious villas from different centuries, which now house museums and hotels with luxurious gardens and parks. Everywhere there are thickets of fruit-bearing olive trees, vineyards, pomegranate trees and cypresses. Festivals are held on the lake, including the annual festival of exclusive cars, and Lake Como is the birthplace of Italian silk. Once upon a time the poet Virgil and Vasiliev lived and vacationed here. Now along the shores of the lake there are villas of world celebrities. Local landscapes can be seen in the films “Ocean’s Twelve”, “Casino Royale”, “Star Wars: Episode 2 – Attack of the Clones”.

The city of Como produced wool and silk in the Middle Ages. One of the attractions is Cathedral Como (Duomo di Como), a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture with Gothic elements, which was built from the 14th to the 17th centuries. In the same city is the Basilica of Sant’Abbondio, with rusticated cladding and Romanesque bas-reliefs. For five centuries, the church served as the residence of high church dignitaries and the burial place of bishops. It is worth visiting the medieval Castle of Baradello, from where an unimaginable panorama of the city and lake landscapes opens from a 400-meter height.

North of the lake in the mountains is located ski resort(Madesimo). Tourists are offered 48 kilometers of trails, the highest point at an altitude of 2948 meters, an ice skating rink, a sports center and a walking trail along the border with Switzerland.

The city of Lecco is located on the shore of the southeastern branch of the lake. Here you will enjoy resort holiday, such attractions as the Cathedral of St. Nicholas (Basilica-di-San-Nicolò-a-Lecco) from the 18th century with a bell tower of about 100 meters, palaces and bridges. From the city you can take a cable car to the mountains for skiing, rock climbing or other winter attractions.

At the junction of three branches of the lake there is a resort (Bellagio). The local mild climate and vibrant landscapes once inspired Goethe, Byron, Verdi, Rossini and other talented people. The city is dotted with rich estates of aristocrats and magnificent gardens. You can experience luxury by staying at Villa Serbelloni, now a 5-star hotel.

Comacina Island is the only island on Lake Como, and after which the asteroid (489) Comacina is named. From 1919 to 1920, the island was an enclave of Belgium and was returned to Italian rule on the condition that an artist community be created here. On June 24, the island celebrates the day of John the Baptist - the lake is illuminated with lights, and a mass is held in honor of the saint on the ruins of the church.

(Lago Maggiore) – the second largest lake in Italy, located 90 km from Milan International Airport. The lake is decorated with high shores and island archipelagos. The tourist season lasts from the beginning of May to the end of October, although there are periods of rain in spring and autumn. Holidays on the lake will be remembered as pure clear water, natural parks and gardens, monuments of architecture and art from different eras, ancient castles and picturesque landscapes.

Fans of active recreation will be able to go windsurfing, ride bicycles or horses, go sailing or go on excursions to historical places.

The most popular resorts in the vicinity of the lake are the cities of Verbania, Stresa, Intra, Baveno, Arona.

On the islands of the archipelago (Isole Borromee) you will be greeted by beautiful palaces and gardens. At an altitude of 800 meters above the city of Stresa lies the Alpine Botanical Garden(Giardino Botanico Alpino), from where you can climb to the top of Mount Mottarone.

On the eastern shore of the lake there is a monastery in the rock of the 13th century - Santa Caterina del Sasso (Eremo di Santa Caterina del Sasso).

Iseo

Lake (Lago d'Iseo) is located between the provinces of Brescia and (Bergamo) and is the smallest of the great Italian lakes.

Summer holidays in its vicinity are good for those who cannot stand the scorching heat, because the climate on the mountain lake is moderate. The landscapes around the reservoir are very diverse - from rocks growing out of the water to small bays with olive and chestnut groves.

Along the banks there are many resort villages and towns, each of which has something to boast of - churches, castles or villas. The island-mountain Monte Isola rises 600 meters above the lake level and amazes with its beauty. Unfortunately, the island is privately owned and closed to tourists. You can relax on the island of Loreto (Isola di Loreto), in the cities of Lovere, Pisogne, Marone, Sulzano, Iseo.

Horta

The lake (Lago d’Orta) with an area of ​​about 18 km² is located in the northeast. In the center is the island of San Giulio (Isola di San Giulio), according to legend, once inhabited by snakes and dragons, which were driven away by Saint Julius. Almost the entire island occupies convent, where hermits who have taken a vow of silence restore ancient works of art. The island is very quiet and peaceful - perfect place for walks and meditation. The city of Orta seems to have come out of a picture - silence, streets and houses as if from a fairy tale are conducive to romantic walks.

Bryes

Lake Braies (Lago di Braies) is located 97 km from (Bolzano), in the Dolomites of South Tyrol, at an altitude of 1496 meters. Clear emerald waters and breathtaking views of mountains and forests provide the perfect scenery for a boat trip. Along the banks there are special places for picnics and games with children, and there are trails for hiking.

Lugano

Lake Lugano (Lago di Lugano), divided between Italy and Switzerland, formed on the site of a glacier about 100 centuries ago. There are many around the lake observation platforms where you can get to cable cars and on the funiculars, and see all the lake surroundings. In the summer season, the water temperature reaches +22-24°C, which makes it possible to engage in water sports. There are many bike paths along the banks so you can explore the lake landscapes and attractions in detail.

Volcanic lakes

The volcanic lakes of Italy were formed in the calderas of extinct volcanoes. Most of these reservoirs are located near the capital on the Apennine Peninsula.

Lake Alban (Lago Albano) was formed on the site of two merged craters of an extinct volcano, and is located 40 minutes from . Among the tranquil mountain landscapes on the shore is the residence of the Pope - the city (Castel Gandolfo). People come to the lake to ride mountain bikes, catamarans and canoes.

Bracciano

The volcanic lake of Bracciano (Lago di Bracciano) is located 32 km from Rome, and is connected to the Trajan Aqueduct. The lake is of great interest to archaeologists - traces of settlements from the Bronze and Iron Ages were found at the bottom.

Motorized floating transport and waste dumping are prohibited on the reservoir - this is a source drinking water for cities, including Rome.

Here you can go yachting, relax on black volcanic beaches, swim in cleanest water, go fishing or drive along the coast, observing nature. On the lake is the town of Bracciano, where the medieval castle of Orsini Odescalchi (Castello Odescalchi di Bracciano) has been preserved. Agritourism is also developed on the shores of the lake, where tourists are offered to try and buy local wines, meat products and gifts from the lake.

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Bolsena

Lake (Lago di Bolsena) is the largest volcanic lake in Europe, located between Rome and. On the shore of the lake stands the city of the same name, Bolsena, with ancient mansions, fountains, fortresses and churches. You can visit the islands of Isola Bisentina and Isola Martana, the cities of Montefiascone, Capodimonte or Gradoli - each with its own history, architectural monuments and magnificent nature.

In addition to all kinds of entertainment typical for a holiday on the lake, The waters of Bolsena are a great place for fishing. Pike, carp, tench and eels are found here, and on July 2, the city of Bolsena hosts a fish festival for those who want to compete in their fishing skills. Lake resorts are equipped with everything necessary for a good rest, and there are also a lot of bird species.

Nemi

Lake Nemi (Lago di Nemi) is another volcanic lake, separated from Albana by Mount Cavo. Caligula’s villa stood on the shore of the lake, and according to legend, the ships of the famous emperor were found at the bottom - the floating temple of Diana of Arricia and the floating palace. However, there is no exact information about the ownership of the ships, and their last remains burned down during the Second World War. On the eastern bank are the ruins of the Temple of Diana, goddess of flora and fauna, and the lake itself in ancient times was called the “Mirror of Diana”. The coastal town of Nemi is small, quiet and cozy, and will delight you with delicious strawberries.

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Lagoon lakes

Lagoon lakes are generally shallow and separated from the sea by reefs or sandbars. Around such lakes there is always a rich flora and fauna, often found rare species birds, fish and animals.

Lezina

Lake Lesina (Lago di Lesina) is located in the northern part (Puglia) and is separated by a sand dune from the Adriatic Sea. There is little precipitation in the edge of this salt lake; in summer the temperature ranges from +28°C to +38°C, and in winter between 6-16°C above zero.

Along the shores there are ancient forests with valuable representatives of the animal world, especially many rare birds, and the lake itself is home to eels, crayfish, sea bass and mullet. East End The lake is a nature reserve and is included in National Park Gargano (Parco Nazionale del Gargano). In the lakeside town of Lesina, it is worth seeing the Bishop's Palace (Palazzo vescovile), the Abbey of St. Mary (Abbazia di S. Maria di Ripalta) and the volcanic rocks of the Triassic period. The town of Apricena attracts tourists with its marble caves, and in the towns of Serracapriola and Poggio Imperiale you can see various monasteries and sanctuaries.

In Italy there are no long and deep rivers; they are rather mountain streams flowing directly into the sea or forming small river systems. A developed network is formed only by the rivers of Northern Italy, fed all year round by melted glacial waters and abundant precipitation.

There are no long and deep rivers in Italy; they are rather mountain streams that flow directly into the sea or form small river systems. Only the rivers of Northern Italy form a developed network, fed all year round by melted glacial waters and heavy precipitation. The country's water resources as a whole are estimated at 155 billion m 3, not counting 13 billion m 3 of groundwater flowing into the sea. More than half of all water resources occurs in Northern Italy.

About 1/4 of the country's territory is occupied by the basin of its longest (652 km) and deepest river, the Po. It originates in the Cottian Alps, flows through the entire Padan Plain and flows into the Adriatic Sea, forming a vast delta that grows every year. From troubled waters Such a quantity of suspended rock particles is deposited that in some places in the lower reaches its bed lies higher than the surrounding plain. This required the construction of numerous dams to protect against floods, which are not uncommon here. It is navigable from the mouth to the city of Cremona. A whole network of shipping canals is woven into its delta.

The left tributaries of the Po are fuller, feeding in summer with alpine melted glacial waters. Many of them have dams and reservoirs built on them. Apennine tributaries are small mountain rivers that are fullest in spring and rainy autumn. The remaining rivers of Northern Italy, not included in the Po system (Adige, the second longest after the Po, Piave, Tagliamento, Reno, etc.), are fullest in June as a result of the melting of winter snow and the fall of summer rains.

On the border between the dry plains of the alpine foothills and the lowlands stretches a line of springs - fountains, emerging above the clayey aquifer from aquiferous and permeable layers - limestone, gravel, sand. The fountains feed some tributaries of the Po, irrigate meadows and rice fields, and are used to supply water to populated areas.

The rivers of the Apennine Peninsula are of the Mediterranean type, that is, they are deep in autumn and winter and become shallow in summer. Among them, the Tiber stands out in length (405 km). It is navigable only in the section from Rome to the mouth. Through a system of canals, lakes, and tributaries, the Tiber is connected to another relatively large river of the peninsula - the Arno.

The Tiber, Arno and especially the rivers of North-Eastern Italy are notorious for their floods, sometimes of catastrophic proportions, as in 1966. Most often, floods occur in the rainy autumn. They have become more frequent over the past decades. Floods are caused not only by natural causes, but also by active, not always thoughtful, human intervention in the environment.

Destructive floods occur during winter rains and on short rivers (“fiumara”) that dry up in summer in Calabria, Basilicata, and Sicily.

Italian rivers have long been used by humans as a source of electricity, for irrigation, water supply, and, on a small scale, for navigation. The flow of many rivers, especially alpine ones, is regulated by artificial reservoirs. Italy's technically accessible hydropower resources, estimated at 56 billion kWh, are almost entirely used by existing hydroelectric power plants. More than 60% of hydro resources are concentrated in the Alps.

In the foothills and mountainous regions of the Alps there are extensive (from 50 to 370 sq. km) and deep (more than 400 m) lakes of glacial origin: Lago Maggiore, Lugano, Como, Iseo, Garda, etc. Open to the south and protected by mountains to the north , lake basins have a mild and healthy climate. There are many resorts of world significance on the shores of alpine lakes. In addition to large lakes in the Alps, about 3,000 small, amazingly picturesque lakes, also of glacial origin, are scattered near the edge of the snow cover.


On the Adriatic coast there are small lakes with salt water - former lagoons, fenced off from the sea by sand spits. Some of them produce salt.

The lakes of Central Italy - Bolsena, Vico, Bracciano, Albano, Nemi - are water-filled craters of extinct volcanoes. There are also lakes of karst (Matese) and tectonic (Trasimeno) origin in Italy.


Lake Bolsena, the ancient Etruscans called it Volsena. The writer Shcherbakov may be right when he claims that these words are translated as “Blue Will”

The natural hydrographic system of the country has changed greatly over the centuries. economic activity person. Starting from the times of the Greek colonists, Etruscans and Romans and up to the present day, aqueducts, navigation and irrigation canals, dams, dikes, artificial reservoirs were built here, swamps and lakes were drained (for example, Tuscan Maremma, Lake Fucino). Intensive exploitation of inland waters has led to their pollution, especially in Northern Italy. Many rivers have become dangerous to use for water supply. Some of them are contaminated with trace elements; yes, it is observed increased content heavy metals in the river, Entella, arsenic - in the river. Ombrone. The Po River is even called the “sewage ditch” of the Padan Plain, and regarding the extreme pollution of the river. Arno Italians joke bitterly: “Arno is bacteriologically pure, even microbes cannot survive in it.” Alpine lakes, especially Lago Maggiore, have not escaped pollution. Back in 1970, a plan of measures was developed aimed at protecting water resources, regulating the use of rivers, and protecting the banks, but in the conditions of capitalist management, and moreover, during a period of deep economic crisis, this plan was never put into practice.

In Italy there is not only a worldwide famous cities, outstanding architecture and incredibly delicious food, but also beautiful, romantic lakes.

Many tourists, especially those coming to Italy for the first time, limit their stay in the country to visiting Rome, Florence and Venice. A trip to the shores of the Italian lake district is a chance to see a completely different Italy.

There are many lakes in the northern part of the country. Some of them are different large sizes and greater attraction for tourists, especially in the summer months. Others cannot boast of a large area, but are distinguished by the beauty of their landscapes and a peaceful atmosphere. Still haven't decided which lake to go to? Perhaps the TOP 5 best Italian lakes will help you decide on your destination.

1. Lake Garda

Garda is the largest lake in Italy and one of the most important tourist destinations in the southern European country. There are many hotels, resorts and vacationers on its shores. And since Lake Garda is located almost halfway from Venice to Milan, a trip to Garda is easy to combine with a tour of these two cities. There are several islands on the lake, the largest of which is called Isola del Garda.

2. Lake Como and Villa Balbianello



Glamorous Lake Como is popular among aristocrats, show business stars and simply millionaires. It is quite possible that this is the most beautiful Italian lake. On the banks of the reservoir there are attractive estates, luxurious palaces and luxurious villas. There are homes here for George Clooney, Richard Branson and other celebrities. Episodes from Casino Royale, the 21st James Bond film, were filmed at Villa Balbianello, located on Lake Como. Lake Como, located in the Lombardy region, is one of the deepest lakes in Europe (its depth reaches four hundred meters). The shape of the reservoir resembles an inverted letter "Y". Near the lake there are cities: Como, Bellagio, Tremezzo and Varena.

3. Lago Maggiore (literally: “Big Lake”)



Lago Maggiore is the second largest lake in Italy, stretching 70 kilometers from the Italian Arona to the Swiss Locarno. Here you will find the famous Borromean Islands, including the famous Isola Madre and Isola Bella gardens. The climate here is generally temperate, but the influence of the Mediterranean climate is strong enough for the growth of exotic and subtropical plants.

4. Lake Orta



To the west of Lago Maggiore lies Lake Orta, one of the smallest in northern Italy. There are quite a few tourists here. The main town is Orta San Giulio. This is a charming town with narrow streets, small shops, cozy restaurants and magnificent views of the lake. Wander the banks of Orta, enjoy lunch at a waterside cafeteria, and take a boat to the picturesque island of San Giulio. If you have some free time, visit the neighboring towns of Pella and Omeña.

5. Lake Trasimene (or Lake Trasimeno)

Unlike the above lakes, Lake Trasimene is located in the heart of the Apennine Peninsula, in Perugia (province of Umbria). It is a shallow, endorheic lake, which means that no river flows into or out of Trasimeno. Replenishment of water evaporating from the surface of a reservoir occurs exclusively due to rain. Visit the medieval walled town of Castiglione. Take a boat to two of the three islands of Trasimento: Isola Maggiore and Isola Polvese. The lake is simply magnificent at sunset, when its waters reflect the crimson sky.

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I am often asked for advice, asked to suggest routes in a particular country. Here's the finished one: you can spend your next vacation in Italy, traveling through the small towns that stand on the famous lakes in the north of the country.

1 One of the most beautiful driving routes in Europe with the new Skoda Superb Combi business station wagon. I talked about the car last year when I went to the first presentation.

2 In the same report there is only beauty! Beautiful views, beautiful cities, beautiful cars. It's been a long time since there's been so much beauty in one place on the blog!

3 Lago Maggiore wins the heart at first sight. There is snow on the tops of the mountains even in May.

4 Million dollar views!

5 Staying in a hotel with this view costs only a couple of hundred euros per day.

6 Near the town of Stresa there is a tiny island called Isola Bella, very beautiful. This is how its name is translated.

7 You should definitely take a small ferry to the island to look at the impressive Borromean Palace and the bizarre animals, white peacocks, striding importantly around the island.

8 The island is decorated with statues of angels and unicorns, and in general the whole place is so vanilla and magical that I decided to process the photographs.

9 I've never seen white peacocks!

10 Beautiful birds, but only from the front.

11 The rocky island was developed in the 17th century by order of the influential Milanese Borromeo family. The luxurious country residence was a gift for Charles III's wife Isabella. The island itself was named in honor of her.

12 It’s time for us to say goodbye to the cozy island and move on.

13 Hello, Lake Como! One of the deepest lakes in Europe, up to 400 meters!

14 The beauty of the island impressed many Hollywood directors: several famous films were filmed on these shores: Star Wars, Ocean's 12, Casino Royale.

15 Well, I don’t know how to comment on specific postcard pictures:) I will continue to sprinkle in well-known facts!

16 Tourists are delighted!

17 What to do in the vicinity of the lake? It's a pleasure to stroll through the many historic villas and pavilions that are open to the public.

18 It is interesting not only on the lakes, but also between them. I want to stop in all these small towns and walk around a little.

19 Italians are entertainers with strange vehicles.

20 And also, in their climate, for some reason cars do not age.

21 Wow!

22 There are bloggers who turn their noses up at press tours. In fact, they are not invited there. This is a great way to see places you wouldn’t otherwise get to on your own. Well, imagine where I am and where the lakes of Italy are. And so - content, cars, and communication with colleagues.

23 Now, this is my favorite place on the entire route. City of Sermione.

24 If someone held a championship in eating ice cream at the same time, Sermione would take first place!

25 It’s delicious everywhere in Italy, but especially here!

26 On main street There are dozens of dessert shops inside the old town, so this is truly a local specialty. I recommend!

27 Sermione stands on Lake Garda, the largest and most beautiful in all of Italy. It is considered one of the most beautiful on the planet. Local resorts have been chosen by celebrities and rich people from all over the world: some have long ago bought a villa, others come to relax.

28 Among the star owners of real estate on the shores of Garda are Brad Pitt, Formula 1 driver Sebastian Vettel, who settled with Ricky Martin’s family. And in the old days, Goethe, Oscar Wilde, Kafka rested here. So, keep your eyes open, maybe you recognize someone!

29 Have you already noticed the turrets of the fortress? If not, watch carefully!

30 Doesn’t remind you of anything?

31 Such loopholes are found everywhere in northern Italy, and this is exactly what the walls of the Moscow Kerml look like. Do you remember where the architects for the construction of the royal residence were drawn from?

32 Hundreds of thousands of tourists come here to touch the beauty. There is not much swimming here, but trips around the lakes are contemplative tourism. However, daredevils can try, but the water is very cold, even in summer.

33 The north of Italy is not only lakes and fortresses, but also world-famous food, the name of which was given to the cities. You don’t have to look far for examples - Bologna and Parma. Driving past, I noticed the city of Salo on the sign...Ukrainians, is this really your invention? :)

The 34 Suberb Combi is simply designed for long journeys. You don’t get tired at all behind the wheel, and the car itself helps: adaptive cruise control, blind spot sensors in the mirrors and many other “tricks”. And also, it fits so many things that it can be carried on vacation or to the building materials store. Personally, I like the station wagon much more than the sedan. And you?

35 I no longer remember the name of this fortress - there were too many of them in a couple of days.

36 In a week I'm going on a new trip with Skoda, this time to drive around Corsica. Another place I wouldn’t go to on my own, but I’ve heard a lot about.

37 Have you been to Italy? Where did you like it the most?