Porlezza guide, Lake Lugano Holiday rentals - cottages & holiday homes in Porlezza
Porlezza is a small village of around 4000 residents in the Italian sector of Lake Lugano at the most northern point of the lake. A cosy, family friendly holiday village on the shore and within easy reach of the main villages on both Lake Lugano and Lake Maggiore.
With its mix of Italian and Swiss influences, Lake Lugano offers the best of both worlds with Swiss efficiency, Italian culture, lakeside cafes, chic shops and sophisticated dining. It has been attracting tourists for generations and is a fantastic destination for relaxing and exploring the stunning regions of Ticino and Como.
| Key facts... | |
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| Restaurants | 20+ |
| Beach | ✔ |
| Car recommended | ✔ |
| Distance to lake | Lakeside |
| Nearest airport | Milan Maplensa (87km) |
| Nearest train station | Porlezza |
Featured holiday cottages in Porlezza
There are plenty of self catering holiday rental options in Porlezza including lakeside cottages and apartments. All excellent value and ideal for family holidays. Most of the holiday homes are within walking distance to the old town centre where there is a good selection of bars and restaurants. For more entertainment options, Menaggio on Lake Como is just 10km away and the chic Swiss city of Lugano is 17km.
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Things to see and do
One of the most popular things to do in Porlezza is to take the funicular railway from Cassarate up to Monte Brè (925m) for some spectacular views of Lugano and over to Italian lakes of Como and Maggiore.
| A few more suggestions... | |
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| Explore the medieval hamlet of Cima next to Porlezza | ✔ |
| Visit the beautiful resort of Bellagio on Lake Como (16km) | ✔ |
| Hike up to the Rifugio di Menaggio for spectacular views of the lake | ✔ |
| Explore the fascinating Grotte di Rescia in Claino con Osteno | ✔ |
| See the waterfalls of Cascate Di Begna | ✔ |
| Day trip to Milan and see the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II | ✔ |
| Tour the Duomo in Milan | ✔ |
| Visit the beautiful village of Gandria near Lugano with its winding streets | ✔ |
Our view on Porlezza
We think Porlezza is a beautiful lakeside resort and packed with activities from spring to autumn for all the family to enjoy. A great spot to use as a base for exploring the other wonderful valleys, lakes and mountains of the Lugano region.
