Facts and Figures of Lake Como and the Surrounding Area

Lake Como is around 50 km long and to the westof hotels in Como is excellent, most are built and
of Menaggio. This is the point where the lake splitsfurnished in traditional Italian style and all
in two into the famous Y formation. There aremagnificent. Most hotels offer all inclusive deals
many fine little Italian towns situated around thewhich can be excellent value for money.
lake, with most being off the beaten track. For aMany hotels are across the road from the lake
real adventure try finding some of these youside. Many have stunning views from the front
better just make sure you remember to takerooms, pool and terraces across the lake to
your Italian phrase book as many of the smallerBellagio, with most also having elegant restaurants,
villagers do not speak fluent English.bars and lounges.
Try visiting one of the national parks which hasThe next step is to decided what time of the
over 500 species of plants, trees and shrubsyear to go. without a doubt the best time to go
from all over the world in its grounds. The townto Lake Como is any time between Late March
of Como itself is surrounded by high walls thatand October making it just about the start of the
once protected the town, once inside you will findseason in my opinion.
a haven of shops that would be perfect for anyLike a typical holiday destination most hotels and
tourist or local which is sure to be alive andrestaurants as well as most leisure facilities close
bustling.from November until March however if you want
Now you’ve got where Lake Como is sortedto do some great exploring then perhaps it is
and are fixed up with what you’re going tobetter to go this time for climbing, walking, hiking
do when you’re there now you need to thinkand running.
about where you are going to stay. The standard