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I have no doubt that other northern lakes of Italy (Como, Garda, etc.) are as beautiful as my favorite Lago Maggiore. But back in the winter I decided to come to Stresa to touch the naturally generous place and enjoy all the beauties created here by both nature and people.
First of all, people go to Lake Maggiore for a leisurely and cultural holiday. This is a paradise for lovers of villas, man-made gardens, mountains and lakes.
From morning to evening, vacationers walk along the embankment, decorated with thickets of roses, hydrangeas and azaleas. It's nice to sit on a bench admiring the magnificent lake, passing ships and boats.
At noon, when it's hot, everyone buys ice cream. Having sat down in the central square, they slowly enjoy the delicacy and simply relax.
By the way, there are a lot of gelaterias. And ice cream in Italy is really very tasty. Well, in the evening - to the restaurant! There are so many of them here that no one will be left without a place. Everywhere they cook conscientiously, everything we didn’t take was very tasty.
There are a lot of hotels in Stresa to suit every budget. There are also luxurious 5-star hotels located right next to the embankment, with swimming pools, beaches, restaurants, etc. Ernest Hemingway stayed in one of these in 1918.
There is a pier in Stresa from which “steamboats” regularly run on a schedule to the famous Borromean Islands and neighboring towns. At the same time, you can travel all day with a ticket. But it’s not too late, the last return flight is at 19-00. At each pier there is a clock showing the time of the nearest departure. These are the clocks in Stresa - for different directions (routes), they are translated manually.
When purchasing tickets at the box office, they give you a schedule and warn you not to be late for the last boat.
In addition to boats, you can move around the lake by private “cabs” - taxi boats.
10 euros to the island and back. But only to one island, while with a boat ticket you can visit all three Borromean Islands (Bella, Madre and Pescatori), and even other resort towns along the way between the islands. For example, I went ashore in Baveno and Pallanza.
The Borromean Islands are one of the pearls of Lago Maggiore. Not to see them, not to wander through the streets and gardens is simply a crime. So much bellezza for every square meter!
And in Stresa itself there is an equally interesting park complex - Villa Pallovicino, with peacocks, a gorgeous rose garden and beautiful views of the lake and blue mountains. There is also a small zoo (general ticket), where you can interact very closely with some of the inhabitants.
There are also places to swim in Stresa. Free beach (with pebbles and your own towels) right in the center of the promenade, opposite the Regina Hotel.
There are also paid ones (opposite Villa Pallovicino - 6 euros for a sunbed, on the opposite side of the town behind the funicular - 12 euros). But the lake is the same everywhere!
The funicular ride up Mount Mottarone is an unforgettable experience. These are real pre-alpine mountains. The air is clear and frosty, wherever you look there are mountains, crossed either by trodden paths or by the sun.
They love tourists on the lake. There are a lot of souvenirs and other Italian tailoring products here. There are even locally produced perfumes. True, traditional Italian Pinocchio in Stresa turned out to be much more expensive than in Milan. But if desired, everyone can buy something interesting or useful as a souvenir.
Stresa is one of the largest cities on the Italian shores of Lake Lago Maggiore, located in the Piedmont region 90 km northwest of Milan. Its population is over five thousand people. Since the beginning of the 20th century, the main source of income for local residents has been the tourism industry. Like other coastal resorts, Stresa attracts primarily with its landscapes and historical and architectural monuments.
The first mention of Stresa is found in documents from the late 10th century. In the 15th century it was a thriving fishing village that belonged to the Visconti family. Stresa later became the property of the Borromeo family.
For centuries, this small town was one of the most popular holiday destinations among the European aristocracy, who “decorated” it with numerous luxurious villas. At the beginning of the 20th century, after the construction of a tunnel through the Alps, the flow of tourists to Stresa increased sharply. One of the city's most famous visitors was Ernest Hemingway, who wrote part of his novel A Farewell to Arms here in 1948. In 2002, the 10th International Conference in memory of the great writer was held in Stresa. In addition, one of the most important international classical music festivals, Settimane Musicali, is held annually in this city.
Among the attractions of Stresa, its ancient villas certainly stand out. Villa Ducale, designed by the architect Giacomo Filippo Bolongaro, was built in the second half of the 18th century. In 1848, it became the property of the Italian philosopher Antonio Rosmini-Serbati, and today it houses the International Center named after him. Villa del Orto, built in 1900, got its name from the artist who decorated it, Liberto Del Orto. And on the territory of the huge Villa Pallavicino, located between Stresa and Belgirate, today there is a zoo.
Stresa. Piedmont.
Stresa is a picturesque town located on the shores of Lake Maggiore in Piedmont.
Historical Center Stresa with narrow streets and small squares is located on the coast, also part of Stresa includes the island part - Borromean Islands(Isole Borromee), consisting of the islands of Madre (Mother Island), Bella (Beautiful Island) and Pescatori (Fishermen's Island).
Stresa. Piedmont.
Lake Maggiore(also called Verbano) - the “main” lake in Ice Age Italy (maggiore=main thing), the second largest. It is 65 km long and 4 km wide at its widest point. The eastern shore of the lake is in Lombardy, the western - in Piedmont, and the northern - in Switzerland.
Lake Maggiore considered one of the most beautiful lakes in Northern Italy. The relief hills surrounding the reservoir create a picturesque outline and give a unique appearance to the cities located on the coast.
Among these, the city stands out in that modern trends have affected the city the least. Here you can find luxury hotels and expensive shops that have preserved the spirit of the 19th century, when the lake began to become popular with tourists, and rapid construction of hotels, villas and parks began here.
Stresa. Piedmont.
Stresa. Piedmont.
One of the gastronomic features Stresa are Margheritine- delicate shortbread cookies, invented in 1857 by pastry chef Piero Antonio Bolongaro as a tribute to Princess Margaret of Savoy, the future queen of Italy, while she was on holiday in Strese.
Margheritina from Stresa.
www.terradeilaghi.com Open from 9.30 to 17.20 daily.
Navigation on Lake Maggiore: www.navigazionelaghi.it
Wine library and tasting of local products "Al Buscion". via Principessa Margherita, 18.
Stresa. Piedmont. Italy.
Why Stresa? There were several reasons for this choice. Firstly, the city is close to Milan, where we stayed for 3 days before flying home. Secondly, it was very interesting to get acquainted with the new Italian lake - Maggiore, because Garda is already on our list of the most popular northern lakes in Italy, so now it’s Como’s turn. Thirdly, for a long time I dreamed of seeing the famous man-made miracle, the garden island - Isola Bella. And, fourthly, the mountains beckoned, and in Stresa it will not be difficult to climb the Alps; a funicular will take everyone to the top of the local giantess - Mount Mottarone (about 1500 meters).
So, let's go! Tickets for the cherished route were purchased from a machine at Milano Centrale station the day before the trip. By the way, in addition to electric trains, you can also use the fast Eurocity (only 4 trains per day), it costs not much more, but it arrives at your destination a little faster than regional trains (56 minutes of travel versus 1 hour and 5 minutes by train). A little advice, if you still prefer a regional train, look at how many stops it will make, some have as many as 14 (!!!), the ride will take 1.5 hours - I don’t recommend it.
Stresa is a small town, its population is just over 5 thousand. The city is very popular among tourists precisely because of the presence of luxurious excursion sites - the Borromean Islands, the most picturesque mountain and lake landscapes, and the general atmosphere of a real resort. In this regard, there are quite a lot of luxury hotels in Stresa, there is a chic promenade stretching along the entire city, and for those who like to refresh themselves in the cool water of Lake Maggiore, there are comfortable beaches.
Stresa railway station is located in the very center of the city. From here, in order to get directly to the embankment, after leaving the building you need to turn RIGHT and, having passed to the first intersection, turn left, then go straight, without turning anywhere, to the lake. It couldn't be simpler! But not for me.))) I don’t know what kind of thoughts were hovering in my head at that moment, but instead of going along the road trodden by millions of tourists, when I saw the “Funicular” sign at the exit from the station, which pointed to the LEFT , that’s where I headed, throwing my family into bewilderment.))) As a result, we walked for some time along the unremarkable side of the road. Although, I’m lying, of course. Behind the intricate wrought-iron fences one could see the “very modest huts” of local residents - expensive mansions with beautiful lawns, gardens, fountains, and swimming pools. Soon one of the streets led us to the embankment, and not just an embankment, but with that same view - the island of Isola Bella, Lake Maggiore and the majestic mountains! These views blow your mind, you want to capture the miracle island this way and that, you are constantly looking for some details that just beg to be captured in the frame, it’s difficult to stop yourself. Therefore, literally dragging ourselves away from the embankment, we hurried to the cable car station. All the necessary information about the climb to Mottarone can be found on the website http://www.stresa-mottarone.it. The cost of a round-trip ticket is 19 euros.
Interestingly, the funicular starts directly from Lido Beach. It was funny to watch the vacationers sunbathing and swimming. Yes, and they, at the sight of the cabin pointing upward, smiled and waved after the curious “flyers”.)))
The climb to Mount Mottarone consists of three parts. First, the cabin arrives at an altitude of 800 meters. There is an exit and transfer to the next funicular. Those who wish can take a walk to the Alpino Garden (lift tickets allow you to do this for free). The next funicular lifts to a height of 1400 meters. Well, the remaining 100 meters to the top of the mountain will have to be overcome not in a closed cabin, but in open 2-seater seats (whoever climbed Monte Solaro on the island of Capri knows about these indescribable feelings).
At the top you are instantly immersed in a feeling of lightness and freedom. It’s as if wings are growing behind your back, and you want to flap them and fly... The views are certainly impressive! We were also lucky with the weather, there was practically no haze, the panoramas were amazing! I don’t know who counted how many lakes there are below (somewhere in the reviews I came across that people at the top were doing just that), naive, I personally looked in a completely different direction. In the distance one of the highest mountain ranges of the Alps, Monte Rosa, whose peaks reach a height of more than 4500 meters, was clearly visible! This gray colossus, covered with snow, looks stern among the green “babies” overgrown with dense forest... No less impressive were the views of the picturesque mountain valleys, sheltering tiny villages on their slopes, and in some places even lonely huts.
There is no time to be bored on Mottarone, amateur hikers can wander along the numerous mountain paths, extreme sports enthusiasts can go paragliding, dreamers and lovers can sit on a soft lawn with inspiring views, thinking about something beautiful, and gluttons can simply have a picnic. ))) By the way, there is also a unique fun on the mountain - the local attraction Alpiland. It is a steep ornate descent in the style of a roller coaster in special 2-seater beans. The track is small - the height difference is only 100 meters, but the cart develops a decent speed and the turns are quite steep, so the rise in adrenaline in the blood is guaranteed!)) The only thing that confused us personally was the queue lined up for the attraction. It’s true, in my opinion, covering this distance in an open chair lift is much more pleasant, the chair “crawls” slowly, and you finally have time to admire the stunning views once again! In the cabin, all these species fly by at the speed of light.))
I actually liked the descent more than the ascent. The cable car cabin turned out to be almost empty, and we were able to see in detail Stresa itself, the cities located next to it, the islands, and the water surface of Lake Maggiore with the boats gently rocking on it. We had to transfer to one of them in order to find ourselves in perhaps the most important place for tourists at this point on the map of Italy - the Borromean Islands, namely Isola Bella.
As for the boat schedule to the island (link to it here: http://www.navigazionelaghi.it), I didn’t even bother with it, because I read somewhere that you can use the services of private carriers, and besides, we planned visiting only one island. Indeed, before I had time to ask the ticket office for tickets to Isola Bella, a handsome Italian signor loudly called out to the captain of one of the boats across the entire (in general, rather large) square. Their dialogue looked something like this:
Hey Mario, I have four tourists here, they need to go to Isola Bella. I think you're heading there?
Oh no, Ricardo! I'm going to Pescatore Island!
Look, Mario, but you can take them and go to Pescatore, and then go to Bella and drop them off there.
Okay, Ricardo, let them run faster, I'm leaving in five minutes!
No sooner said than done!)) In less than 5 minutes, we boarded the boat and set off. The round trip price to Isola Bella was 5 euros per person, the journey time was only 10 minutes.
But why, in fact, are the Borromean Islands so famous and valuable? They are an archipelago of five islands, two of which are very tiny (less than 1 km in area), the other three are a little larger, but also not too large. Initially, these were rocky, unattractive pieces of land on the surface of the water. But everything changed after the surroundings of Lake Maggiore were chosen by the noble and very rich family of Lombardy - the Borromeos, who owned luxurious villas in these blessed places. Later, the islands became the property of the Borromeo family, thanks to which from three wild and deserted two islands turned into blooming gardens (Isola Bella, Isola Madre), and one even became inhabited - on the island of Pescatore (the name translates as Fisherman or Fisherman's Island) and is now inhabited People.
Isola Bella (http://www.isoleborromee.it/eng/home.html), or the Beautiful Island, or the Island of Isabella, is a gift from Charles III Borromeo to his wife Isabella (in fact, the name Bella came from the shortened name Isabella) . In general, the respected Charles III apparently loved his wife very much, because did not regret investing enormous effort and, most importantly, funds into the construction of a magnificent palace and park on the island. One can only imagine how much land had to be brought for the construction of flowering terraces; building materials for the palace; furniture, various fabrics and other necessary items for furnishing interior spaces and luxurious decor?! And this is in the 17th century! When modern construction and other nano-technologies were oh, how far away.)) And in the end what happened was what happened - a marvelous island-palace, an island-garden with paradise! In some sources I even came across information that Isola Bella is recognized as the most beautiful island in Europe! Well, let's check...
To get directly into the possessions of the Borromeo family, you need to purchase entrance tickets. The cost is 16 euros for adults and 8.5 euros for children under 15 years old. There is a single ticket for both the palace and the park. And here lies the main “ambush” for nature lovers and not quite lovers of palaces, to which I partially consider myself. I thought that the palace - Palazzo Reale could be “sneaked through” formally, exploring only those halls that are most attractive to each specific person. But, alas, everything in the palace is arranged in such a way that, unfortunately, you will not go out to the park until you go through the entire route, which is fenced with a ribbon. In general, I was completely exhausted while I walked this entire long and tiring path.)) No, I won’t argue, sometimes the views opening from the windows of the palace to the lake and mountains really warmed my soul, and lovers of elegant interiors will definitely be happy to admire magnificent halls, ceilings and chandeliers, all this is here in abundance and even more. However, I was also very interested in some of the interior details. I liked the divinely beautiful piano, the unusual throne of the Borromeo family, like living figures from a puppet theater. The grottoes, entirely made of shell rock, also deserve special attention; here, naturally, everyone turns their gaze to the snow-white statue of Venus! And at the very end of the journey through the palace, everyone walks through a long gallery, the walls of which are decorated with 16th-century tapestries created by the hands of Flemish craftsmen. And then... Finally, access to the park!
And, perhaps, words will be superfluous here. And what can we say when this miracle is a real Hanging Garden with ten terraces, decorated with velvet lawns with exquisite flower beds and shrubs, small ponds with water lilies, fountains, and statues. All this splendor is crowned at a height of 34 meters by a unicorn - the symbol of the Borromeo family. In general, I wanted to stay longer in the gardens.
Of course, I really dreamed of meeting local celebrities here – white peacocks. But, apparently, they were not in a good mood that day.)) Both boys and girls simply took refuge in the shade of the trees from the stuffiness, scattered on cozy lawns. Only one trinity of the wayward “hens” pretended to take a semblance of a short walk (one of the three actually turned out to be somewhat ill, she was very lame on one leg). As a result, we didn’t see the beautiful tails... True, we weren’t upset, because there was something to admire here besides the peacocks. We especially remember the alleys of hydrangeas, which pleased us with their voluminous multi-colored “caps”, and in general all the alleys are simply buried in the greenery of cypress trees with a very unusual crown shape, pine trees, and palm trees! And how many flowerpots there are with lemon trees strewn with yellowing fruits! I don’t think it’s even worth talking about the views from the terraces – they are mind-blowing! Eh, it’s good here... very good.
The return journey to Stresa was also done quickly on exactly the same boat that brought us to the island, however, this time straight to the city without stopping anywhere. We landed at the pier near the cable car and walked to the railway station. But now we decided to walk along the embankment to get a little look at the city itself. Everything is as they write in numerous reviews: beautiful hotels are present, the beaches are in place, people were swimming with all their might. The entire embankment is one large botanical garden: flower beds, lawns, cozy green public gardens. In general, the scenery is good, and there is plenty for amateur photographers to roam around. I was really glad that in the morning we didn’t take this road, otherwise we would have lingered on such a wonderful promenade for at least an hour, or even more.)) That’s how good it is to listen to your intuition, it won’t give you bad advice.))
This concludes my already lengthy review. It was a wonderful trip, very calm, and at the same time full of diverse pictures and impressions of mountains, lakes, islands and a miracle garden on a marvelous island - literally all 33 pleasures in one small town of Stresa! If you are in Milan, set aside one day for this walk. I assure you, you definitely won’t regret it!
How to get to Stresa
Stresa is considered the main city of Lake Maggiore in northern Italy. The lake is located on the border of the Italian province of Piedmont and Switzerland. Stresa is located on the western side of Lake Maggiore in Italy. The town is considered surprisingly picturesque both due to its geographical position between the mountains and the lake, and due to its historical heritage. In particular, here you can find numerous architectural objects of the 19th century, and the Borromean Islands, located on the lake in close proximity to the shores of Stresa, are considered a kind of architectural marvel with their palaces, landscaped gardens and other amazing buildings.
The convenience of visiting Stresa lies in the fact that the town is connected by direct rail and road links with Milan, the main city of Northern Italy.
How to get to Stresa from Milan
Milan is central to the three great lakes of northern Italy. Lake Garda is to the east, Lake Como is in the center, and Lake Maggiore is to the west. The distance between Milan and Lago Maggiore is about 90 km. Stresa, as the main town of the lake, is connected to Milan by rail and the A8 highway.
By train
Regional RE trains start running between the cities every day from 6 am. You can rarely find high-speed trains of the EC type. Travel time ranges from 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes, depending on the type of train. Trains in this direction run once every half hour, since the route is considered quite popular. When departing, pay attention to the departure station, because... Trains to Stresa from Milan depart from both Milano Centrale and Milano Porta Garibaldi train stations. The last train leaves Milan at 22.50. You can also check the train schedule and buy tickets in advance at the railway service .
By taxi
Without being tied to the train schedule, you can get from Milan to Stresa by taxi. Travel time will take about 1 hour 20 minutes. You can order a taxi on the spot or in advance through international transfer services. and others. As a rule, a taxi car is designed for 4 passengers and 3 pieces of luggage, so ordering a taxi eliminates the issue of transporting luggage if you are carrying more than one bag.
Andy Hay/Stresa Ferry Pier
Hotels in Stresa
Most of the hotels in Stresa are designed for a small number of guests, which creates an atmosphere of privacy on vacation. Only a small number of hotels here accommodate 50 or more beds. When choosing a hotel, you should pay attention to such parameters as distance from the lake, the availability of additional options (parking, Wi-Fi, breakfast, luggage storage, view from the rooms), as well as reviews of tourists who have already visited these hotels. It is also worth checking whether the city tax (1.5 euros per day) is included in the cost of accommodation or is paid separately.
La Palma, 4 stars: The convenient location of this hotel is that it is located on the lake shore surrounded by a picturesque garden. In addition, the hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, a terrace with lake views, and a bar. A fitness center and sauna are located on the upper floors of the hotel. The hotel also offers its guests free private parking on site, no reservation required. The hotel has rooms of different categories: classic, superior, deluxe, junior suites and suites. You can find out more about availability and hotel costs for specific dates on the booking websiteBooking.com.
Hotel Residence La Luna Nel Porto, 3 stars: This small hotel is located close to Stresa's marina, where you can embark on excursions to the Borromean Islands. The hotel has its own garden, terrace, bar. Free public parking is available nearby. The hotel has rooms of various categories, including suites. All rooms have balconies overlooking the garden, with partial or full lake views. You can find out more about availability and hotel costs for specific dates on the booking website Booking.com.
Hotel Royal, 3 stars: This family-style hotel is located within walking distance of the lake. The hotel has a garden, a terrace, an outdoor swimming pool, a restaurant, and free parking spaces. All hotel rooms are divided into lake view rooms and garden view rooms. You can find out more about availability and hotel costs for specific dates on the booking website Booking.com.
B&B Campino: The bed and breakfast is located some distance from the lake, in the rolling hills of Campino. The hotel offers its guests a relaxing garden, free parking, Wi-Fi throughout, and buffet breakfasts, which are included in the price. You can find out more about availability and hotel costs for specific dates on the booking website Booking.com.
Villa Rubino: This bed and breakfast is located in a villa and has a shared lounge area and a relaxing terrace. The lake is located one and a half kilometers from the hotel. Free private parking is available on site. Wi-Fi is also provided free of charge. You can find out more about availability and hotel costs for specific dates on the booking website Booking.com.
Pascal Walschots/On the Borromean Islands Sights of Stresa
Stresa is considered a surprisingly colorful resort, sandwiched between picturesque mountains and an equally picturesque lake. But in addition to contemplating the local natural beauty, Stresa can offer many interesting activities and excursions, be it a funicular ride up the mountains, a walk through the botanical gardens and villas in the surrounding area, a ride on a tourist boat on the lake or exploring the lake islands belonging to the noble Borromean family.
Stresa itself is a landmark of Lago Maggiore. There is a beautiful promenade along the lake, the town itself is landscaped with numerous landscaped gardens, while the old quarters have retained their authenticity, and local villas, like pearls, shine against the backdrop of snow-white mountains and a blue lake.
When coming to Stresa, don’t be lazy to climb the mountains to see Lago Maggiore from a bird’s eye view, just as don’t miss the opportunity to ride along the lake itself and see the snow caps of the mountains from the side, and also be sure to check out the Borromean Islands, where unique villa interiors, landscaped parks where important peacocks roam, and one-of-a-kind hanging gardens.
Andy Hay/Lago Maggiore Mount Mattarone and Alpinia Botanical Garden
The best way to see Stresa and Lake Maggiore in one go is to take the funicular up Mount Mattarone. You can land on the mountain on two levels. The first level is the Alpinia Botanical Garden, which is interesting both in itself and for its views of the lake and surrounding area. The garden contains northern alpine species of plants and trees, so there is not such a riot of colors as in the park areas of Stresa itself, but the collection of flora itself is simply unique.
The second level is the snow caps of Mattarone, from here the most complete, panoramic view of Stresa, the lake and the surrounding area opens. They say that in good weather you can even see Switzerland from here. The lift has closed and open cabins. When going upstairs, it is worth remembering that the air temperature here is always several degrees cooler than below, so long sleeves are a must here.
jussarian/View from Mount Mattarone Monastery of Santa Catarina
The Monastery of Santa Catarina is the true historical heritage of Stresa. The monastery complex is located right in a steep cliff overhanging the lake, so you can only get here by water. During the day, numerous excursion boats sail here from the Stresa pier. The monastery was built back in the 12th century and has been perfectly preserved to this day. You can examine it not only from the outside, but also from the inside. In particular, a chapel built in the 12th century is open to visitors, in which authentic decoration and artistic works of Italian masters have been preserved.
francesca cappa/Monastery of Santa Catarina Villa Taranto
Villa Taranto in the vicinity of Stresa is famous not only for its magnificent architectural structure, but also for the botanical gardens located around the villa. The gardens are open to the public from March to November. The landscape style of the park is English with small splashes of Italian elements. Here you can find all kinds of plants and flowers collected from all over the world. Various events and exhibitions dedicated to a particular plant are often held here, for example, the tulip festival. The grounds of the Villa and Gardens of Taranto also feature magnificent fountains, flower boulevards, hanging and terraced gardens and much more. The villa and gardens are open daily from 8.30 to 6.30, admission is paid, tickets can be purchased on site or on the official Villa Taranto website online.
daniel70mi falciola/Villa Taranto Villa Pallavicino
Villa Pallavicino and its park can delight guests not only with beautiful views of the gardens and lake, but also with a wide variety of animals that live here. You will be surprised, but here you can find flamingos, peacocks, eagle owls, toucans, zebras, llamas, horses and even kangaroos. The park is open to the public from March to November every day. A visit to Villa Pallavicino is three in one - a zoo, a botanical garden and amazing lake landscapes. The plants in the villa are mostly seasonal - there are numerous oleanders, rhododendrons, magnolias and other types of flowering plants.
riessdo/Villa Pallavicino Borromean Islands
The Borromean Islands are a separate attraction in Stresa that you can spend the whole day on. The most convenient way to explore the islands with their many attractions is to board one of the excursion boats that sail between the islands. Their convenience lies in the fact that you can land on any of the islands, and then board the next scheduled boat and continue your journey through the islands in any order that interests you. Tickets for the boats can be purchased at the pier, from where they depart throughout the day in the summer. There is no navigation on the lake in winter.
The Borromean archipelago consists of 5 separate islands, the most popular among tourists are Isola Bella,Isola Madre And Isola-Pescatori. The islands are very small and accessible on foot. However, the size of the islands does not in any way affect their picturesqueness. Here you can find palaces, hanging gardens, park areas where rare animals and birds live, sculptures and statues are located, and southern species of plants and trees grow. All of these attractions are open to tourists, although entry costs are paid separately. Thus, to visit the Borromean Islands, you must pay the cost of traveling by boat + the cost of entry to the islands.
luca volpi/Borromean Islands In general, Stresa is considered the pearl of Lake Maggiore, which can delight tourists with many attractions and entertainment, this is favored by the very location of the resort - between the mountains and the lake. The tourist infrastructure here has been established for a long time; in the town you can find numerous hotels of different star categories, restaurants serving local cuisine, bars, cafes, a picturesque promenade along the lake, a funicular, excursion boats and much more, designed to diversify the leisure time of vacationers on Lake Maggiore.
