Cernobbio lake Como

Cernobbio (on lake Como) is a treasure chest of history, art and architecture. The historic villas and mansions are a must-see. Villa d'Este, built in late sixteenth century and owned, among others, by the wife of King George VI of England, Carolina Brunswick, Villa Bernasconi, an art nouveau-style villa that houses a museum and a wonderful park, Villa Erba, now a renowned convention centre, Casa Cattaneo, a rationalist building that stands out for the stark difference with the adjacent buildings.

For lovers of greenery instead, Giardino della Valle, a virtuous example of how a degraded place can be converted with care and love, is a must see. As a matter of fact, until a few decades ago, this botanical park was an illegal landfill. The redevelopment works were carried out by Ida Lonati Frati, a citizen of Cernobbio, who dedicated herself to reviving this place that today houses luxuriant essences and sculptures by Gio' Aramini.

But Cernobbio is much more than its villas. Sports and nature lovers can go trekking on Monte Bisbino and the Prealps or take part in water sports such as rowing or sailing.