Make a holiday rental apartment or villa in Lierna, Italy your home away from home

The attractive town of Lierna lies on the eastern shore of Lake Como in Italy. Located near the Swiss border, Lierna is an area with magnificent mountain views. The quaint villages and wooded hillsides that surround Lake Como make it one of the most beautiful places in Italy, perfect place for a romantic getaway in spectacular surroundings.

Things to do in Lierna, Italy

Walking holidays are a great way to enjoy all the beauty Lierna and Lake Como have to offer. If you are renting a holiday villa in Lierna you can walk along the shores of the lake and along trails into the foothills of the mountains. Exploring the tranquil surroundings by foot is a magnificent way to discover this unique, peaceful region when staying in self-catering Lierna villas.

Picturesque La Riva Bianca (the White Shore) at Lierna is one of the largest stone beaches on Lake Como. The Lake itself offers every known water sport for those staying in Lierna accommodation, including windsurfing, canoeing, water-skiing, and sailing. You can hire motorboats from Nautico Gigio in Lierna and enjoy the deep blue waters of Lake Como. Adventurous tourists can also go hang gliding.

In the winter there is excellent skiing around Lierna. For beginners there is a gentle slope at Cainallo, where ski passes are reasonable and equipment hire is cheap. The popular skiing areas of Valsassina, Madesimo and the exclusive San Moritz are all within driving distance of Lierna villas.

Places to visit on holiday in Lierna, Italy

Bellagio is a must-see for anyone visiting Lierna. There are beautiful historic villas on the lakeside that are open to the public. These include Villa Balbianello with its stunning gardens as well as Villa Melzi. Villa Carlotta in Tremenico is also open to the public and here you can see magnificent azaleas and rhododendrons in bloom each April.

Another beautiful town to explore on foot is Chiavenna. Here you can visit the Collegiate Church of San Lorenzo, the Castle of the Counts Balbiani, the archaeology museum, and the Park of the Giant Potholes that has fascinating geology dating back to the Ice Age. The town also has interesting gastronomy including dry cured beef (bresaola).

Milan is only a 60-minute drive away. There are also regular trains from Lierna to Milan. This fashionable, sophisticated city has superb shopping, beautiful Gothic architecture and plenty of entertainment.

Weather in Lierna, Italy

Lierna is a great holiday destination, particularly in the summer when average temperatures hover around 28˚C. The warm daytime temperatures are ideal for enjoying the water activities on Lake Como, or walking in the woodlands that surround the village. During the winter Lake Como temperatures dip below 0˚C, perfect for skiing holidays.

Flights to Lierna, Italy

The closest international airport is Milan (MXP). Cheap flights to Milan are provided by various airlines including EasyJet, Ryanair and Alitalia, from various locations in the UK. Ryanair also flies to Bergamo Airport (BGY). There are regular trains that run from Milan to Lierna or you can take a car and drive approximately 60 minutes through some of the most beautiful countryside in Europe to your accommodation in Lierna.