Holiday lettings in the Northern Italian Lakes

This region comprises historic towns where you can also find outstanding homes in the most spectacular places. Book a property with a breathtaking view over the lakes or in the mountain where you can enjoy the nature at its best. On Wimdu you may find a range of properties available at amazing prices! By every lake you will find an incredible town with amazing architecture. The stunning colors of the buildings are well renowned. Described by many as one of the most beautiful places on earth, most properties in Gargnano make it even more special, where you can enjoy breakfast, or a cocktail with an outstanding view over the Lake Garda. The suggestions and the activities in the Italian lakes are indeed enormous! In order to enjoy the most of it, for a perfect week vacation you can spend one night in a property in every lake. Villas, apartments or cottages are available for a perfect getaway.

Surrounded by nature and pretty little towns, there are a number of experiences to try in the Italian lakes. As one the most popular destinations since the roman times the region is still an attraction to a lot of tourists from all over the world who seek great views and an unforgettable experience. There’s so much to do and see, from sunbathing to watersports and sightseeing. As a historic region, we suggest you to visit the Borromean islands in the lake Maggiore, where you must also visit the gorgeous palaces and the baroque gardens on the islands. If you are into hiking you will find the Italian lakes a paradise as the mountains and the hiking trails are part of the scenery. Water sports are also among the activities in these beautiful lakes, with everything from canoeing and snorkelling to water skiing and diving all on offer here.

The Italian cuisine is currently among the most famous around the world, and is an inspiration to many chefs. Due to its natural features and the location, butter is used most of the time rather than oil making the dishes heavier. As in most parts of Italy, especially in the northern region where the Italian lakes are located, pasta is also a must. A variety of seafood and fish, organic food and the unique cooking techniques make the local gastronomy delicious. The traditional dishes mostly include vegetables or salad originally from local fields. The Italian lakes are home to outstanding restaurants, from traditional to fancy Michelin starred restaurants where you can enjoy the best of Italian cuisine. The wine is one of the region's pearls, where different types of wine are produced. Among the popular wines produced in the Italian lakes there are Barolo or Barbaresco, sparkling or dry white wine.

When staying in the Italian lakes you’ll find that public transport options are suitable to get you from A to B in most cases. The Italian lakes are well connected to the rest of Italy and Europe as they are fairly close to the city of Milan and close to the border with Switzerland. The region is served by six international airports, but the most convenient airport is Milan Malpensa. The public transportation in the region is well covered by rail, bus, car hire or taxi networks which can take you from any airport to the town center such as Maggiore towns, Como or Varenna. In order to explore the region, you can also travel by boat, as catamarans or ferries operate on a regular basis within the region. We would also recommend you to take a cruise in order to enjoy the best views of the Italian lakes, perfect for creating a romantic environment!