About
Stresa is a charming lakeside town on lake maggiore, perfect for a day trip from milan.
Why go
- Offers a picturesque setting ideal for relaxation
- Elegant lakeside town with beautiful promenades
- Grand belle époque atmosphere
Must try
- Visit the Borromean Islands
- Explore the stunning Borromean Palace and its gardens
- Lemony shortbread cookies created for a princess
- Admire the Swiss Alps from Sasso del Ferro
- Visit the Church of Sant'Ambrogio
Pro tips
- Take the boat from Stresa across the lake
- Day trip from Milan, less than 2 hours away
- Take a cable car or hike to the top of IM Motterone
Good to know
- Too touristy for living due to souvenir shops and tour buses
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