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Borromean islands, Isola Bella, italy, Lago Maggiore, Lake Maggiore, Milan, Photography, Stresa, travel
Often when I think about a village or town I have visited in Italy, I think, that one is my favourite. I have come realise that I have so many favourites. How does one really pick a favourite when Italy is full of the most amazing and beautiful places?
The last time I was in Italy I returned to a very beautiful town, Stresa. I had visited Stresa several years earlier and promised myself then that one day I would return.
Stresa is situated on Italy’s second largest lake, Lago Maggiore, which has 11 islands, the most famous being the Borromean Islands which includes the very unique Isola Bella.
Stresa is an easy train trip from Milan. Its main train station is well positioned close to most hotels and not far from the lake. It is just a short taxi ride, however it is also an easy walk. While we were there, we took the train into Milan just for the day starting off with a short walk from our hotel. When we left Stresa, we took the luxury comfortable shuttle coach directly to the international airport in Milan.
We had 8 magic days in Stresa, staying at La Fontana hotel which is right by the lake with stunning views towards the islands.
Each day, and often twice a day, we walked in to the township of Stresa. Walking along the lakefront promenade is a perfect way to start any day and a delightful way to end a day.
Come for a walk with me along the promenade. Here are some of the many sights you will see. Many of these stunningly grand hotels were built in the early 1900’s.
While staying in Stresa, we took the local public ferry boat to many of the other towns on the lake plus we visited 3 of the Borromean Islands . Such a pleasant way to travel. Each town we visited was only a short distance.
It is so very easy to get around in Stresa. The roads are wide making driving a breeze and there is plenty of parking which is also available in the hotels.
Of course if you are up to it, just put on those walking shoes and take in the exquisite beauty of Stresa on Lago Maggiore. You will not be disappointed.
The place looks just stunning. Your photos are once again beautiful and make you feel like you are there. Thank you xx
Thanks Leah, it is very special x
I love Stresa just wished I could have spent more time there it is so relaxing and beautiful and Signore Guissepi is the best. Love all your pics bought back so many memories xxx
Thanks Donna. You must return one day xx
Love the tons of flowers on the hotels!
Very special hey
What a wonderful way to spend eight days. Photos are gorgeous & the buildings are beautiful.
It is a magnificent place Kay
Stunning images Lyn. I haven’t been to this side of Italy yet (except Milano)
Thanks Ishita. Easy to take good photos of a stunning place hey
When we drive down to Italy from Germany, we always pass Lago Maggiore at its upper end and just keep catapulting ourselves southward. Looking forward – now that hubby is retired – to seeing some of the sights along the way to Le Marche.
I do think that you should rethink your opening statement about favourites. Who needs to be restricted to just one? Fill your life with many! There are just too many beautiful places in Italy – eh…and elsewhere…to set that kind of limitation on yourself.
BTW – we will be jetting to points Down Under in 3 weeks, again, non that hubby is retired! :-)
Hi Deb. Not sure what your last paragraph means. Are you coming to Australia. I definitely do not limit myself when it comes to favorites
Beautiful photos! It’s such a gorgeous area. I haven’t been to Stresa, only flown over it. My cousins have a bar across the lake in Angera which is also nice.
We took the ferry boat to Angera and spent the day there. If you get a chance to go there I highly recommend it. Very beautiful
Hi Lyn-I’ve been to Angera twice, although not lately. It is beautiful! I wrote a post last year with my aerial fotos of Lago Maggiore called ‘Over Lago Maggiore’. My cousin’s husband took me on a flight in his ultralite and it was amazing to fly over the Isole Borromei. I’ll have to get back there soon. Ciao, Cristina
Hi Cristina, thank you for reminding me. I remember that post, well. Fabulous photos. Lyn
Stresa and Lake Maggiore are fabulous. Nice blog Lyn. Next time you visit head for Lake Orta – nearby and just divine!
Thanks Janet. So much to see and do in Italy hey
It looks wonderful, I must visit.
Yes Deb, I have no doubt that you will love it.
Can you swim in the lake?
I think that there are “beaches”on the lake for swimming.
What a beautiful place to be, Lyn. I always say that every place in Italy is my favorite too! This place has such an elegant atmosphere about it. I could linger here for quite some time!
Someday we will do just that!!
I hope you do and I am sure you will love it
Yes Susan, it is elegant and has a different type of tourist also. However, it is very affordable.
Great photos and narrative. Thank you for the enjoyable and informative post!
My pleasure and thank you for stopping by Lyn
My pleasure!
Glad I visited there, but enjoyed seeing it all again from your blog. Bellissimo!!!
Thanks Gail. I could easily return any time On 07/03/2016 9:03 AM, “Travelling Italy with Lyn” wrote:
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