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A medieval stone tower on a wooded hill above the lake, olive trees in front and terracotta roofs below.
The whole lake

Castle

Castello di Vezio

A medieval watchtower above Varenna, reached by a mule path through olive groves, with the best view on the lake.

  • On foot: 25 min

Don’t miss

  • The tower and its view of all three arms
  • Olive groves on the way up
  • The falconry displays in summer

The climb takes twenty-five minutes and pays you back with the lake from end to end. Come down the other side to the Fiumelatte, the shortest river in Italy.

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Villa Lucenti’s concierge

Rooms, the lake, dining and getting here

Buongiorno! I can help you choose a room, plan a day on the lake or answer questions about dining, the spa and getting here. What would you like to know?