with its picturesque houses, red tiled roofs and its old
church tower, it at the heart of the beautiful Valsolda
Valley – the lakes area in the north of Italy – by the
pristine Italian Alps.
See area map. The town of Porlezza though is in
Italy, borders with Switzerland, and thus is a fusion
between the sights of Alpine Switzerland and the lively
atmosphere, charm and colorfulness of Italy. The town is
tranquil and picturesque, yet bustling with life. Around
the old city center are many cafes and restaurants, and
along its streets are little appetizing delicatessens,
bakeries and charming little shops. A lively market takes
place in the streets every Saturday and in the summer
there is a weekly fair of antiques and handcrafts.
The town is surrounded by a beautiful boardwalk, with a
playground for children in its center. Along the
promenade, one can bathe in the clear waters, fish, rest,
or drink a coffee in one of the cafes along the
waterfront. The lake’s shining waters are very inviting
and many enjoy renting a boat and sailing to take pleasure
in the unique view of the tall Alpine mountains
surrounding from all directions, the picturesque medieval
towns scattered around with their chapel bell towers.
