Three Ideas for Spending the Rest of the Day on Lake Como
After visiting the Barca Lariana Museum, the area offers a variety of routes for exploring Lake Como from new perspectives: walking through the villages, hiking up to scenic viewpoints, or following ancient trails.
Here are three recommended itineraries for those who want to turn their visit into a more enriching experience.
The Lake Como Greenway
The Lake Como Greenway is a walking path along the western shore, winding through villages, offering scenic views, and following sections of the ancient Via Regina.
The route connects Colonno to Griante and passes through towns such as Sala Comacina, Ossuccio, Lenno, Mezzegra, and Tremezzo. This route is ideal for those who want to take a leisurely walk, passing through towns, churches, scenic viewpoints, and stretches of open countryside.
This is a great option for those who want to spend part of the day walking and discovering the lake step by step.
The Villages of the Upper Lake
Heading north, Lake Como takes on a different character. The towns of the Upper Lake region offer a more open, natural, and everyday glimpse of the area.
Dongo, Gravedona ed Uniti, Domaso, and the nearby towns are perfect stops for those who want to spend the day exploring lakeside promenades, historic centers, beaches, and sweeping views.
Here, the lake takes on a different character: less secluded, more closely tied to the life of the villages and the landscape of the Upper Lake.
A flexible itinerary that you can customize by choosing one or more stops along the western shore.
The Wayfarer's Path
On the eastern shore of Lake Como, the Sentiero del Viandante is one of the most popular hiking trails in the area. The route follows ancient paths connecting villages, mule trails, and scenic stretches.
The entire route can be covered in stages. For a day trip, you can choose a shorter section, taking into account the time required, elevation gain, and your fitness level.
This is the best option for anyone looking for a hiking experience on Lake Como: a trail winding through rocky terrain, forests, and scenic overlooks from which to view the lake from above.