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You'll Love Lake Maggiore if:

  • Nature-lovers.
  • Couples looking for a romantic break in Italy away from the big cities.
  • Activity holidays.

Lake Maggiore at a Glance

Lake Maggiore is situated south of the Alps and is the second largest lake in Italy. Lake Maggiore is drenched in over 2,300 hours of sunshine a year and so the wildlife flourishes!

What to do at Lake Maggiore

Lake Maggiore has a wide variety of activities that all ages will enjoy, from arts and culture to outdoor activities and day trips to retail therapy.

  • There are several museums nearby, including the light-hearted Umbrella and Hats Museum, which children will love, as well as the...
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Lake Maggiore is situated south of the Alps and is the second largest lake in Italy. Lake Maggiore is drenched in over 2,300 hours of sunshine a year and so the wildlife flourishes!

What to do at Lake Maggiore

Lake Maggiore has a wide variety of activities that all ages will enjoy, from arts and culture to outdoor activities and day trips to retail therapy.

  • There are several museums nearby, including the light-hearted Umbrella and Hats Museum, which children will love, as well as the Transport Museum that follows the history of Italian transportation.

  • Take a stroll through the beautiful gardens at Villa Taranto and relax in the Italian sunshine. The nearby town of Stresa has a waterfront promenade, which is perfect for strolling along, and lively squares to sit and take in your surroundings.

  • Visit Isola Bella for the day and see the stunning architecture, including an Italian baroque palace and the Rocca di Angera, which is an 11th century castle.

  • The music scene in Lake Maggiore is particularly vibrant during the summer, with free classical concerts and Lake Maggiore’s Jazz Festival.

  • Children will be kept entertained by the park with trampolines, BMX trails, a climbing wall and lots of watersports on the lake that all the family can get involved in.

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Lake Maggiore Family Holidays

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Make the most of the wonderful wildlife in the area with a visit to a National Park or Nature Reserve on a sunny day. Meanwhile there are some great museums around Lake Maggiore; get the minds racing at the Ferrari Museum or learn some sweet history and sample the treats at the Chocolate Factory...

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Make the most of the wonderful wildlife in the area with a visit to a National Park or Nature Reserve on a sunny day. Meanwhile there are some great museums around Lake Maggiore; get the minds racing at the Ferrari Museum or learn some sweet history and sample the treats at the Chocolate Factory and Museum in Caslano.

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A great way to spend time with the kids and see the sights is by hiring some bikes and going on a cycling tour of the area. For golf lovers, take the family to the green as Lake Maggiore is host to some excellent courses including the unmissable 27 holes of Castelconcurbia.

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A holiday to Lake Maggiore is perfect for families wanting to spend time together away from the noisy tourist traps of other destinations. On an evening enjoy indulging on Italian foods at a restaurant before heading to one of the friendly local pubs by the lake before the little ones get tired.

Whether wanting a golf resort hotel or a cosy but affordable bed and breakfast by the lake, there are a great number of options, such as the Hotel Della Torre which offers a fantastic array of facilities.

Lake Maggiore Couples Holidays

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Lake Maggiore is a breath-taking place, and a trip of the panoramic train of the Lake Maggiore Express offers a romantic journey that winds through the hills, past the castles and ruins, and affords unbeatable views of the region. Then spend an afternoon wandering the beautiful botanical gardens on...

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Lake Maggiore is a breath-taking place, and a trip of the panoramic train of the Lake Maggiore Express offers a romantic journey that winds through the hills, past the castles and ruins, and affords unbeatable views of the region. Then spend an afternoon wandering the beautiful botanical gardens on Isola di Brissago.

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In Locarno you can take a Segway Tour of the area, a fun and unique way to see the sights and race each other around! Alternatively, see the best of two great towns by visiting Stresa before taking the cable car up the mountain to Mottarone, which has several walking trails and some wonderful...

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In Locarno you can take a Segway Tour of the area, a fun and unique way to see the sights and race each other around! Alternatively, see the best of two great towns by visiting Stresa before taking the cable car up the mountain to Mottarone, which has several walking trails and some wonderful sights.

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Lake Maggiore is a great place to sample the delights of Italian wine and cuisine, with some of the freshest local produce served in its restaurants. Watch the evening draw in and the light fall from the lake with a tasty meal, then head to wine bar of club in one of the nearby towns for some...

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Lake Maggiore is a great place to sample the delights of Italian wine and cuisine, with some of the freshest local produce served in its restaurants. Watch the evening draw in and the light fall from the lake with a tasty meal, then head to wine bar of club in one of the nearby towns for some evening entertainment.

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For an unforgettable Italian holiday with the one you love, Lake Maggiore is an excellent choice. Ranging from top class spa resorts to hidden hotels where you can escape from the crowds, there is something from everyone.

Lake Maggiore Exploring Holidays

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Although the shores of the lake and the chic towns that surround it offer ample attraction for visitors to Lake Maggiore, the ancient villages in the surrounding area are not to be missed. Within Val Grande National Park can be found the medieval settlement of Vogogna, just one of the quaint...

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Although the shores of the lake and the chic towns that surround it offer ample attraction for visitors to Lake Maggiore, the ancient villages in the surrounding area are not to be missed. Within Val Grande National Park can be found the medieval settlement of Vogogna, just one of the quaint destinations in the area.

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The hills and mountains of this burgeoning landscape offer lots of opportunity for outdoor sports, including mountain biking, hiking and rock climbing. In the winter, Lake Maggiore is also a popular destination for ski holidays due to its gorgeous scenery and great slopes that lead down to the...

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The hills and mountains of this burgeoning landscape offer lots of opportunity for outdoor sports, including mountain biking, hiking and rock climbing. In the winter, Lake Maggiore is also a popular destination for ski holidays due to its gorgeous scenery and great slopes that lead down to the waters.

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Stresa Festival brings together the best of Italian culture with music and performances of an excellent quality, whilst in the summer Verona opens its ancient theatre for opera on the evenings. Luino’s Festival of Theatre and Comedy is also well known in the area for its great summer entertainment.

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The ancient villages provide some of the most intriguing architecture, with Vogogna being home to a castle, palace and some historic villas. There are also plenty of baroque churches, old towers and cobbled squares in the towns and villages of Lake Maggiore that will delight the explorer on their...

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The ancient villages provide some of the most intriguing architecture, with Vogogna being home to a castle, palace and some historic villas. There are also plenty of baroque churches, old towers and cobbled squares in the towns and villages of Lake Maggiore that will delight the explorer on their visit.

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Lake Maggiore Tranquil Holidays

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Lake Maggiore is renowned for its luscious greenery, so be sure to take a refreshing walk in one of its nature parks. Lose yourself in the Wildlife Oasis of Macugnana or Val Grande National Park, or cool down in the historic Springs of Bognanco or in the mineral spring cave of Baveno.

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To feel truly pampered on a holiday to Lake Maggiore, spend a day in a spa. In the Antigorio Valley enjoy the healing properties of the thermal baths before treating yourself to a massage or beauty treatment, whilst at Bognanco the springs, saunas and therapy services will leave you feeling...

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To feel truly pampered on a holiday to Lake Maggiore, spend a day in a spa. In the Antigorio Valley enjoy the healing properties of the thermal baths before treating yourself to a massage or beauty treatment, whilst at Bognanco the springs, saunas and therapy services will leave you feeling completely relaxed.

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Whenever your visit, the ambient restaurants, wine bars and lounge bars are a relaxing way to spend an evening dining against the gorgeous backdrop of the lake as the sun goes down. Throughout the year the region also hosts several performances and concerts that can fill your holiday with culture.

However you choose to unwind on a holiday to Lake Maggiore, there is a hotel to suit your needs. The Hotel Villa Paradiso is a great relaxing base, from which you can enjoy stunning views and a number of activities.

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