Just over an hour from Milan, Lake Mezzola , with its emerald green waters, represents the ideal place for a family trip or picnic.
Located in the municipality of Novate Mezzola , north of Lake Como, it is surrounded by mountains that are reflected in its crystal clear waters.
Despite being a little touristy place, it offers numerous opportunities , including walks immersed in nature and regenerating dives .
This undiscovered Lombard beauty offers the atmosphere of a day at the seaside, but in a freshwater context.
Lake Mezzola is suitable for swimming and boasts a green lawn shaded by trees, completed with wooden tables and benches, a perfect place for a barbecue with friends and family or a picnic .
To entertain the little ones, a play area with slides, swings and pulley is available. Next to the free lawn area, you will find the bathing lido equipped with a beach volleyball , toilets and a small kiosk offering bar service.
Lake Mezzola: what to do
For a more active experience, you can rent a canoe to explore the most hidden and wild corners of Lake Mezzola or even go as far as the coast of Lake Como.
Cycle tourism enthusiasts will find theValchiavenna , located right next to the beach. This 17 km route connects Novate Mezzola to Colico, the last municipality in the province of Lecco.
The route is suitable for all families, but it is advisable to pay attention to the short stretches on state roads.
Pian di Spagna Nature Reserve extends , a wonderful area characterized by different environments: rivers, streams, cultivated areas, groves, green meadows, reed thickets, small beaches and urban areas .