Castello di Vezio: A Majestic Castle Overlooking Lake Como

Getting There

• Train

  From Lugano, head to the Lugano train station (Stazione di Lugano). You can reach the station by walking or taking a local bus. Once at the station, purchase a ticket to Varenna-Esino. Take the train towards Milan, which will take approximately 50 minutes to reach Varenna-Esino. Make sure to check the train schedule for the exact departure times.

• Ferry

  Upon arriving at Varenna-Esino train station, exit the station and walk to the Varenna ferry terminal, which is only a short 10-minute walk down the hill. Here, you can purchase a ticket for a ferry to Bellagio. The ferry ride will take around 15-20 minutes.

• Bus and Walk

  After arriving in Bellagio, you will need to catch a bus to Perledo, the nearest town to Castello di Vezio. Look for the bus stop near the ferry terminal, and catch the bus that goes to Perledo. The bus ride is approximately 15 minutes. Once you arrive in Perledo, follow signs or maps to the Castello di Vezio, which is about a 20-minute walk uphill from the bus stop.

• Walking

  As you walk from the bus stop in Perledo to Castello di Vezio, follow Via del Castellano. The path is scenic and offers beautiful views of Lake Como. Continue walking until you reach the entrance of Castello di Vezio.