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Celebrated by painters and poets for centuries, the shores of these Italian lakes dazzle all who visit. From Lake Orta to Lake Como and Lake Garda, travelers will be captivated by the wealth of beauty and sophisticated elegance. Thanks to its southern alpine location, this region was created for all romantic souls in love with natural landscapes and culture in all its forms. With a piano festival, visits to magnificent basilicas and villas, wine tastings, and lounging around in small town squares of unparalleled charm, this trip is a like getting lost in a daydream...
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Restaurant and hotel on a lake. Just a few steps from Lake Orta, Villa Crespi is a spectacular property built in 1879. The villa’s arabesque architecture, stunning gardens and the hospitality of Chef Antonino Cannavacciuolo and his wife Cinzia make a stay here magical. Antonino’s masterful cuisine is deeply influenced by the places and flavours experienced during his professional journey. His menu is an itinerary from southern to northern Italy, starting with a brochette of scallops and scampi and ending with pigeon and foie gras. From Villa Crespi you can contemplate a magnificent Italy, just 45 minutes away from Milan Malpensa: the medieval village of Orta and the Island of San Giulio, the famous site of Sacro Monte, and the Lake Maggiore. ... Learn moreless
This is where Nietzsche was rebuffed by the beautiful Salomé, and it was here, on this island, that the great writer was inspired to write Thus Spake Zarathustra. The island of San Giulio has retained its magic. People come to the impressive basilica to sit and reflect in front of the pulpit made of...
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Sometimes the simplest pleasures are the finest, such as finding a spot early in the morning on a terrace in the Piazza Mario Motta to have a coffee, watch the rising sun light up San Giulio island, and observe how the quays gradually come to life. Dominated by colorfully painted old houses and a late-16th-century...
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Lake Maggiore is so big that its colour changes depending on where you are, from jade green in the north to deep blue in the south. The best way to get to grips with it is, of course, by boat. This allows you to discover the amazing Borromean Islands (the Baroque palace which dominates Isola Bella is...
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Restaurant and hotel in the country. Nestled amid rolling hills that separate the bustling energy of Milan from the majestic landscapes around the lakes of Lombardy, lies the Da Vittorio residence. Just a stone's throw from Bergamo, the Cerea family warmly welcomes guests to an authentic property in the heart of the countryside. A true haven of peace, the property consists of a 24-acre/10-hectare estate ideal for outdoor pursuits and a villa imbued with a romantic elegance. This atmosphere also extends to guest rooms, whose windows offer bucolic views over surrounding nature, creating enchanting spaces in which to relax. In the gourmet restaurant, the Cerea brothers, Enrico and Roberto, perpetuate their father's culinary legacy. Da Vittorio restaurant, now well-known in international gastronomic circles, is a showcase of flavor and creativity, where each dish can be paired with one of a thousand vintages from its exceptional cellar. ... Learn moreless
Created in 1964 by virtuoso pianist Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli, the International Piano Festival of Brescia and Bergamo has become an unmissable event for all musicians, singers, conductors and orchestras from around the world... In spring, a series of concerts are held in Bergamo and Brescia that...
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Master of the Italian Bel Canto opera style, Gaetano Donizetti (1797-1848) was born and raised in Bergamo. Considered the successor of Rossini—and the rival of Bellini—Donizetti lived a life resonating with lyrical successes and family drama. The house in which he was born, and the Palazzo Scotti, in...
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Restaurant and hotel in the country. The Albereta welcomes you to a refined setting, which is marked by good taste: antique-style lounges and terraces with extraordinary vistas of Lake Iseo, between the hills and vineyards of Franciacorta. From the first coffee in the morning to the last glass in the evening, the Albereta reinterprets the bistro tradition in an Italian way, whilst the new restaurant highlights the cuisine of yesteryear. Add to this the magic of the opening ceiling of your room to gaze up at the stars from the comfort of your bed and an exclusive visit to the family cellars at Bellavista and Contadi Castaldi. Finally the Albereta is a place dedicated to health and beauty thanks to its Medical Spa Espace Vitalité Henri Chenot. ... Learn moreless
Monte Isola has the air of a mountain emerging from the water. The verdant island of Monte Isola rises almost 600 metres above Lake Iseo, and it is also the largest lake island in Europe. Climbing up to the magnificent Madonna della Ceriola sanctuary reveals an impressive panoramic view of the lake and...
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More than just a vineyard, Ca' del Bosco represents the revival of Italian wine. This young company offers a range of highly refined wines in the heart of Franciacorta, in a landscape of walnut trees, acacias and oaks. The ultra-modern cellars were designed by renowned architects. This is a special place,...
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On the shores of Lake Garda, in a vast park populated with cypress trees, and where ancient statues emerge from ornamental pools or cascades of roses, Villa Cortine Palace is arguably the perfect example of Italian romanticism. Located just a few minutes from the medieval city of Sirmione, the elegant building retains its original, 19th-century charms: high colonnades, coffered ceilings, wall frescoes, marble floors and intricate marquetry. Amid these surroundings is cultivated an atmosphere of refinement and joyful conviviality. Discover it in the Mediterranean cuisine served beneath the golden decor of Le Gardenie restaurant, on the terraces of Al Molo restaurant, Maria Callas cocktail bar and bistro and Belvédère restaurant, and in the guest rooms which face the stunning blue mirror of the lake. ... Learn moreless
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Hotel and restaurant on a lake. If Romeo and Juliet had enjoyed a happier ending to their story, it is easy to imagine it being played out here. Twenty minutes from Verona, the two lovers would have met secretly on the banks of Lake Garda. They would have strolled along the beach of Villa Fiordaliso, a neoclassical marvel with facades of Siena stone, long rows of lemon trees and a lounge decorated with Venetian stained glass. They would have taken refuge in a romantic room named after a flower: Iris, Mimosa, Orchid, or Magnolia, and would perhaps have lingered in the elegant piano bar in the medieval San Marco Tower which overlooks the private harbour. The rest of the story is yours to write. ... Learn moreless
Taking a boat to Isola del Garda is an extraordinary journey to the center of Lake Garda. Hiding behind its impressive ramparts is a magnificent villa built in the Venetian neo-gothic style. Guided visits allow you to discover a portion of its rooms as well as its superb Italian gardens. Every year,...
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To the very south of Lake Garda, a thin slip of land juts out to the beautiful town of Sirmione. The Romans had already settled at the end of this thin peninsula, to make the most of the beneficial thermal waters. Rediscovered at the end of the 19th Century, the ancient thermal waters are amongst the...
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Suggestions for travel itineraries that you can fully personalise according to your wishes and the experiences you would like to discover. Our consultants are available to help customise your route and assist you in making reservations at our properties. It is up to you to reserve any recommended activities on-site or nearby that might interest you.
** Offer cannot be combined, valid for an itinerary in at least 2 different Relais & Châteaux establishments, reserved with Relais & Châteaux concierges, discount applicable on certain rates and certain establishments. List available from our concierges.
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“First we visit Lake Orta, then Lake Maggiore, and finally, Lake Garda. And in between, the Relais & Châteaux that seem to pay tribute to this gentle and entrancing landscape. This trip in Northern Italy is like no other. Perhaps because it is the most beautiful… I was born in Sorrento in Southern Italy, about 1000 km from the lake region! I was 20 years old when I first came to Lake Orta. I spent a year here before leaving to continue my chef training elsewhere, in Alsace amongst other places. It was only in 1999 that I returned to open, with my wife, the Villa Crespi hotel and restaurant. It was my wife, Cinzia, who really introduced me to the lake and its region. I have found beauty, happiness and a great source of inspiration here. Since then, I have not left this place that fills me with serenity.”
