If you are going to travel to Italy it is likely that you will do it to visit places like Rome, Naples, Milan, Florence or some of the many cities that are so famous around the world. It is also possible that you visit the Alps, especially if you like adventure and mountain landscapes. If so, on the south side you will see Lake Maggiore , a beautiful lake that is the second largest in Italy and its extension is almost 70 kilometers between Locarno and Arona. Its spectacular nature is due in part to the fact that it is a glacial lake of great beauty.
Visiting Lake Maggiore becomes an experience during which you will get to know several of the towns that are in the surroundings and that, although they are not as famous as the main cities, are magical places that you will love to discover, such as Arona, Belgirate, Verbania Baveno, CAnnobio or Cannero Riviera. To fully enjoy the lake, it is best to do one of the excursions there are. The best option is to leave from Stresa , a historic fishing village that now lives off tourism but retains its charm.
Cruises on the lake are done in modern boats that can travel both passengers and vehicles, so if you rent a car you can do the outward journey by road and the return journey by water. If adventure is your thing, you can also do some sport such as water skiing, rowing, fishing, swimming or sailing. A lot of activities that will make your trip to Lake Maggiore an unforgettable experience. Finally, you cannot miss Isola Bella , a small and beautiful island 400 meters from Stresa that only has the Palazzo Borromeo and its impressive garden.