Local guide · Cozy Flat Monate
Complete guideLake Maggiore
Lake Maggiore brings together elegant waterfront towns, castles, gardens and boat journeys, with its Lombardy shore close to Monate.
What to see
Angera and its Rocca Borromea are the most immediate highlights. Farther north are Santa Caterina del Sasso and Laveno; across the water lie Arona, Stresa and the Borromean Islands.
Activities and nature
Boat trips, lakeside walks, historic gardens and castles make it easy to combine scenery and culture in one day.
One-day itinerary
Explore Angera and cross to Arona, or follow the Lombardy shore towards Santa Caterina del Sasso and Laveno. Avoid trying to cover the entire lake at once.
Where to stay
Staying at Cozy Flat Monate offers easy access to Lake Maggiore while avoiding its busiest resorts in the evening.
Practical advice
In high season, plan parking, ferries and attraction times in advance and focus on one part of the lake each day.