Exciting Activities at Lake Maggiore
Experience La Dolce Vita
Whether it’s a boat tour, a bike ride, stand-up paddling, or yoga with a lake view – unforgettable highlights await you around Lake Maggiore. Explore the region, enjoy the moment, and collect lasting memories.
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What Makes this Region Special
Whether exhibitions, tastings, or live music: the events around Laveno showcase Lake Maggiore’s cultural side. Discover art, cuisine, and local highlights with the stunning lake as breath-taking background.
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Yoga & Pilates
Start your day full of energy – with yoga and Pilates by the lake. Surrounded by nature, fresh air, and the calming water, you’ll activate both body and mind. Perfect for anyone looking to combine movement, strength, and the special atmosphere of Lake Maggiore.
Yoga takes place every Saturday from 8:30 to 9:30 AM,
Pilates every Wednesday from 8:30 to 9:30 AM.
Weekly yoga and Pilates are included in the Luxury All Inclusive package for hotel guests, but require prior registration at reception.
Boat Excursion
Discover Lake Maggiore from the water – on an exclusive boat tour with a private boat. Depart directly from the harbor in front of Hotel de Charme Laveno and enjoy stunning views, hidden bays, and charming villages along the shore.
Our boat accommodates groups of 2 to 8 people. Our on-site team will give you a thorough introduction to ensure your trip is safe and perfect. You can easily reserve the boat through our reception before your arrival.
Cycling
Hop on a bike and explore the surroundings with the in-house bikes from Hotel de Charme Laveno. Whether a relaxing ride along the lakeshore or a more athletic tour into the hills – the Lake Maggiore region offers diverse routes and breathtaking views. We offer both electric city bikes and e-mountain bikes for rent – ideal for those who love to combine nature and activity in style. Reserve your bike easily through our reception before your arrival.
Stand Up Paddel
Discover Lake Maggiore on a SUP board, easily rented from Hotel de Charme Laveno. Reserve it conveniently through our reception before your arrival. Paddle across the clear waters, challenge yourself, and enjoy the stunning scenery around you. Perfect for active guests seeking adventure and serenity alike.
Laveno Mombello
A Town with Historical Charm
Laveno Mombello is the ideal starting point to discover Lake Maggiore. With its rich history, cultural landmarks, and proximity to nature, it offers a perfect blend of relaxation and exploration. Lake Maggiore, the largest lake in the Pre-Alps and among the most beautiful in Italy, is framed by rolling hills, picturesque villages, and hidden gardens.
All Around Laveno
Discover the Charm of Lake Maggiore
Cable Car to Sasso del Ferro
The summit of Sasso del Ferro, at around 1,100 meters, is easily reached by cable car. A historic open-air basket lift takes you to Laveno Mombello’s most stunning viewpoint. From the top, you’ll enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Maggiore, the Po Valley, and the Alpine and Pre-Alpine regions.
Alpinia Botanical Garden
The Alpinia Botanical Garden is located in Alpino, a district of Stresa, at an altitude of 800 meters and offers impressive views over Lake Maggiore. Easily accessible by cable car, the garden features over 600 plant species – mainly from the Alps, but also from Asia and the Americas. Founded in 1934 by Iginio Ambrosini, the garden transformed a barren pasture into a spectacular landscaped park.
Botanical Garden of Villa Intragnola
The Botanical Garden of Villa Intragnola, near Laveno Mombello, offers stunning views of Lake Maggiore and is known for its diverse flora, including rare and exotic species. Carefully maintained, it is a haven for nature lovers and those seeking peace.
The villa and its garden are true gems of the region, cherished for their beauty and serenity.
Verbania and Stresa
Verbania is ideal for a day trip filled with indulgence and discovery. Located idyllically on the western shore of Lake Maggiore, Verbania combines Mediterranean flair with an alpine backdrop. Expect blooming gardens, elegant villas, and a relaxed lakeside promenade. A highlight: the Botanical Garden of Villa Taranto.
Stresa is an elegant town that enchants visitors with grand villas, historic buildings, and a touch of Belle Époque charm. The cable car to Mottarone offers spectacular views – perfect for lovers of both nature and culture.
Lake Maggiore Classics
The Borromean Islands
The Borromean Islands in the Gulf of Borromeo are among the most beautiful destinations on Lake Maggiore – and are easily accessible from Hotel de Charme Laveno. Isola Madre delights with a vast English-style garden filled with rare plants and freely roaming peacocks. Isola Bella features a magnificent Baroque garden with artfully designed terraces, grottoes, and statues. Isola dei Pescatori, the only permanently inhabited island, enchants with its original fishing village and classic Italian charm. A day trip combining nature, history, and culture.
Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso
The Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso is a stunning monastery perched dramatically on a cliff above Lake Maggiore. It was founded in the 12th century by Alberto Besozzi, a merchant from Leggiuno, who took a vow and built the monastery, now a significant cultural and pilgrimage site.
Visitors can reach the hermitage either by climbing 286 steps or conveniently via elevator.
