Porlezza guide, Lake Lugano Holiday rentals - cottages & holiday homes in Porlezza

Porlezza is a small village of around 4000 residents in the Italian sector of Lake Lugano at the most northern point of the lake. A cosy, family friendly holiday village on the shore and within easy reach of the main villages on both Lake Lugano and Lake Maggiore.

With its mix of Italian and Swiss influences, Lake Lugano offers the best of both worlds with Swiss efficiency, Italian culture, lakeside cafes, chic shops and sophisticated dining. It has been attracting tourists for generations and is a fantastic destination for relaxing and exploring the stunning regions of Ticino and Como.

Key facts...
Restaurants 20+
Beach
Car recommended
Distance to lake Lakeside
Nearest airport Milan Maplensa (87km)
Nearest train station Porlezza

Featured holiday cottages in Porlezza

There are plenty of self catering holiday rental options in Porlezza including lakeside cottages and apartments. All excellent value and ideal for family holidays. Most of the holiday homes are within walking distance to the old town centre where there is a good selection of bars and restaurants. For more entertainment options, Menaggio on Lake Como is just 10km away and the chic Swiss city of Lugano is 17km.

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Things to see and do

One of the most popular things to do in Porlezza is to take the funicular railway from Cassarate up to Monte Brè (925m) for some spectacular views of Lugano and over to Italian lakes of Como and Maggiore.

A few more suggestions...
Explore the medieval hamlet of Cima next to Porlezza
Visit the beautiful resort of Bellagio on Lake Como (16km)
Hike up to the Rifugio di Menaggio for spectacular views of the lake
Explore the fascinating Grotte di Rescia in Claino con Osteno
See the waterfalls of Cascate Di Begna
Day trip to Milan and see the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Tour the Duomo in Milan
Visit the beautiful village of Gandria near Lugano with its winding streets
monte bre funicular at porlezza on lake lugano

Our view on Porlezza

We think Porlezza is a beautiful lakeside resort and packed with activities from spring to autumn for all the family to enjoy. A great spot to use as a base for exploring the other wonderful valleys, lakes and mountains of the Lugano region.