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Villa del Balbianello
A stunning 18th-century lakeside villa on a wooded promontory of Lake Como, famous as a film location for Star Wars and James Bond.
7 km · about 10 min drive
Lombardy, Italy · Europe
Veleso works well as a base: 5 minutes from Pognana Lario, 13km from Lake Como.
Veleso is a town located in Lombardy, Italy. With a population of 216, it is an important destination in Europe.
On a road trip, Veleso sits in Italy, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Rome time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Veleso to your route.
Veleso (Comasco: Veles [ˈʋeːles]) is a comune (municipality) in the Province of Como in the Italian region Lombardy, located about 50 kilometres (31 mi) north of Milan and about 12 kilometres (7 mi) northeast of Como. As of 31 December 2004, it had a population of 275 and an area of 5.9 square kilometres (2.3Read more
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Veleso borders the following municipalities: Bellagio, Lezzeno, Nesso, Zelbio.
Monte Colmenacco (1281 m above sea level) is located in the Triangolo Lariano and is part of the Monte San Primo mountain range. The most popular hikes depart from Veleso or the hamlet of Erno. Along the trails, glimpses of Lake Como and the Monte San Primo ridge can be seen.
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Veleso is located in Lombardy, Italy, Europe. The coordinates are 45.9087 latitude, 9.1809 longitude.
Veleso has a population of approximately 216 people, making it a town in Italy.
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A stunning 18th-century lakeside villa on a wooded promontory of Lake Como, famous as a film location for Star Wars and James Bond.
7 km · about 10 min drive
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A grand 18th-century lakeside villa on Lake Como famous for its botanical gardens with azaleas, rhododendrons, and Canova sculptures.
10 km · about 20 min drive
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The pearl of Lake Como, set on a promontory where the lake's two southern arms divide, lined with grand villas and gardens.
11 km · about 20 min drive
scenic viewpoint
A historic funicular climbs from Como city to Brunate for a sweeping balcony view over the lake and Alps.
11 km · about 20 min drive
natural wonder
Italy's most glamorous lake surrounded by Alps, dotted with elegant villas, gardens, and charming lakeside villages.
13 km · about 25 min drive
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A tranquil fishing village on Lake Como's eastern shore with romantic lakeside walkways and the terraced Villa Monastero gardens.
14 km · about 25 min drive
coastal drive
A winding lakeside road hugging Lake Como's western shore with tunnels, villa gates, and views of snow-capped Alps reflected in deep blue water.
14 km · about 25 min drive
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The historic Moto Guzzi factory and museum on the shores of Lake Como at Mandello del Lario, running since 1921.
15 km · about 30 min drive
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