Menaggio, Lake Como
Welcome to Menaggio,
ancient village on Lake Como, once was a merchant village, situated in
a crucial position at the mouth of Menaggina Valley, that joins the Lario
with Ceresio. Now it is a well-equipped touristy resort that offers a
mild climate with a beautiful view over the lake and a typical dock
The old city centre is divided in an upper part, characterized
by medieval alleys, and a low part, overlooking the lake, that represents
the touristy area with an nineteenth architectural elements.
Walk along via Calvi, go pass the church of Santa Maria and admire the beautiful
Santo Stefano, with the bell-tower and the frescoes by Tagliaferro, then
go up the Castle hill where you can see the remains of the ancient walls
and visit the church of San Carlo.
On the hills of the little village of Loveno, you can
visit one of the nicest villas of Lake Como: Villa Mylius Vigoni, with
its elegant rooms, luxurious furnishings and big paintings, all surround
by a wonderful English garden.
From Loveno go up until you get to Plesio and you can
reach Rifugio Menaggio (1400m) and admire a breathtaking view.