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Stories and curiosities about the lake
From Dickens to the Grand Tour: everything Stresa keeps hidden.
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What’s happening in Stresa
Festivals, markets, concerts and unmissable dates.
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Three key pages to help you find your way through places, activities and the surroundings of Lake Maggiore.
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Places of interest
The attractions not to miss: the Borromean Islands, the lakefront and iconic views.
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What to do in Stresa
Boats, walks, nature and activities to enjoy during your stay.
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Area
Stresa and surroundings
Villages and excursions to add to your lake itinerary.
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Stresa experienced,
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Loving Stresa was born from a love for Lake Maggiore. We select apartments, restaurants and experiences because we truly know them — not because someone paid us to do it.
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Only places we genuinely like. Every restaurant, apartment and experience is visited and personally selected.
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We live in Stresa. We know where to eat lake fish, when to avoid the crowds and which trails offer the best views.
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