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City in Lombardy, Italy
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Lecco is a large town on the southeastern end of Lake Como in Lombardy, a region in Northwest Italy.
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96 metres tall, near the lakeshore, and by far the most characteristic landmark in town, and can be seen from far away. It was erected in the 8th century, and has undergone numerous reconstructions.
Villa Belgiojoso
Houses the Museum of Natural History, the Archaeological Museum and the Civic Planetarium.
Palace of Fears
Built in 1905 in eclectic neo-medieval style as a tax office (hence the name). It hosts a collection of modern art and temporary exhibitions. Closed on Monday, except on Monday after Easter.
This big tower is the only remnant of former fortifications.
A bridge built by Azzone Visconti between 1336 and 1338 on the river Adda.
A massive church built in 1932 in memory of the fallen of the Great War.
Dedicated to Alessandro Manzoni, an Italian poet and novelist. The villa hosts Museo Manzoniano and Galleria Comunale d’Arte.
MAB
Nature, archeology and history museum
Museum with over 150 motorbikes.
Piani D'Erna is a locality up the mountain above the city. If you don't like to walk you can enjoy the stunning view of the lake and the surrounding peaks, rest on the grass or just stroll around relaxing. If you are a hiker, from Piani d'Erna you can find many beautiful paths to the Resegone, to Piani di Bobbio and other destinations. Schedule and prices for the cable car can be found here and bus timetable for bus number 5 are here. The bus tickets must be bought in advance: there is a newspaper kiosk in the train station that sells them (€1.30 each, buy the return ticket there as well).
This is one of the favorite beaches of the local citizens of Lecco. Made up of stones, it can be accessed from the staircase or from the adjacent parking lot. Access to the green area is limited and paid. You can also walk or bike to the beach via a path.
Hotel Sassi Rossi is outside of Lecco, in Valsassina near Lake Como.
Overlooking Lake Como. Rooms are comfortable and many amenities are provided.
A beautiful bed and breakfast near the valley station of the Piani d'Erna cableway.
By plane
The closest airports to Lecco are those of Bergamo Orio al Serio and Milano Linate, both around 40-50 minutes from Lecco by road or rail (travelling by rail requires changing from local…
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