Holidays in Varenna, Lake Como
A lovely peaceful location in which to relax, Varenna is an ancient fishing village spread along a steep hillside overlooking Lake Como.
Due to its location on the “Golden Triangle” in the central area of the three “arms” of Lake Como, Varenna is a super base from which to explore this beautiful Italian lakeland area.
Explore Varenna
Visit the Villa Monestero which once was a Cistercian convent dedicated to St Mary Magdalen founded in 1208. You will find a few family run restaurants along the cobbled streets of Varenna and along the water front. Take a stroll down Varenna’s promenade to the ferry, where you may take trips up and down Lake Como either stopping off at a variety of town ports, or just to enjoy the majestic scenery.
Your low cost holiday in Varenna, Como
Walkers and cyclists will adore the challenge of the hills and valleys around Varenna, so go well prepared for your day trips out and ensure you have plenty of film or memory for your camera!
Book your low cost holiday to Varenna with lowcostholidays.com and stay at our lakefront hotel.
Other recommended destinations:
Just south of Varenna, on the west bank of Lake Como, Bellagio is a perfect alternative.
Riva, on Lake Garda, shares many similarities to its Como counterpart. Both Riva and Varenna are situated on the northern-most tip of their respective lakes, and both offer beautiful hills and mountains to explore by bike or foot.