Stresa and Surroundings

Lake Maggiore and the broad embrace of its green mountains offer tourists all kinds of sporting activities.

Trekking, mountain biking, golf, windsurfing, canoeing, horse riding, paragliding: these and many more are the sports you can enjoy around Stresa.

Numerous hiking trails suitable for all levels of ability start from the heart of Stresa. Among the most interesting excursion destinations are: Mottarone, Alpe Devero, Monte Camoscio and Zughero, Valle Antrona and the marvellous 7 Lakes route.

The shores of Lake Maggiore are dotted with fascinating Baroque, Art Nouveau and Neoclassical villas, set like precious gems on a lush crown. Not far from our Residence are Villa Taranto and Villa Pallavicino, with their wonderful botanical gardens and breathtaking views. If you visit the Borromean Islands, you will be enchanted by the palaces of Isola Bella and Isola Madre, just a few minutes' boat ride from the tourist port of Stresa.

The Fondotoce Reserve, a protected area of unspoilt nature, will enchant you with its amazing flora and characteristic fauna. In addition, the new Parco Mottarone adventure attraction, with its four trails, is ideal for those who want to spend a peaceful day with family and friends enjoying sport and nature.

If you want to explore the world on two wheels, the area around Stresa is full of dedicated routes for mountain bike, electric bike and racing bike hire services. A ball of roads and paths that will allow you to explore and admire the panorama of Lake Maggiore in complete safety and total enjoyment.

And if, on the other hand, you would like to explore Lake Maggiore by plying the calm waters, there are numerous boat hire services with or without a licence.