The best beaches of Lake Como (Italy): list and map [2022]

Lake Como is one of the most beautiful lakes in Italy and a wonderful place to swim.

Although the water can be cool most of the year, it is very pleasant to swim in during the summer and to stroll along the water’s edge in the off-season. To help you plan your stay, we have written an article about our stay in Lake Como with our detailed itinerary and all our recommendations for restaurants, hotels… to fully enjoy this little corner of paradise.

Below, we have listed the most beautiful beaches of the lake for you!

Where to swim in Lake Como?

Before starting, you should know that there is a lot of river traffic on the lake. The boat is not only a way to visit the lake, but also a means of transporting people and goods.

The area near Como is not recommended for swimming, because the water of the lake is not very clean.

However, many Italians swim on the beach of Como, just behind the temple of Volta. However, we advise you to go further north to enjoy the clearer water and quieter beaches.

Important information, in Italian, beach is called spaggia!

The best months for swimming

As you can see, the water can be cool in the lake. We recommend the summer months: July and August for swimming.

But it remains pleasant from May to the end of September. It all depends on your resistance to the cold and the desire to swim. 😉

Map of the best beaches of Lake Como

All you have to do is enjoy yourself and if you find any beautiful beaches, don’t hesitate to share them with us in comments.

1. Spiaggia di Piona

This is our favorite of the beaches of Lake Como. It is located on the north side of the lake and offers a magnificent view of the surrounding mountains. The water is clear and clean. Ducks and some swans may come to keep you company during your swim. It is a grassy beach, you will swim with the feeling of being in the middle of nature.

Turf Beach

2. Spiaggia d’Onno

This beach, located in a green setting near Bellagio, will delight nature lovers. The water is clear and clean, with the mountains of Lake Como in the background.

Pebble beach

3. Spiaggia di Lierna

After your visit to the village of Varenna, stop at the beach Di Lierna, located in the northern part of the village, you can enjoy a refreshing swim in clear water with a beautiful view of the lake.

Pebble or grass beach

4. Lido (pool) Menaggio

This private beach has a swimming pool, so you can alternate between swimming in the lake and swimming in the pool.

Entrance fee about 6€, sunshade and deckchair rental

5. Lido of Mandello del Lario

This beach is located between Verenna and Lecco and is easily accessible by car. It is one of the largest beaches on Lake Como , so you will easily find space even in the summer season. It has a restaurant and a playground to keep the little ones busy.

Pebble beach, paid parking

6. Spiaggia di Dervio

This beach, locatednorth of Verenna, is easily accessible by car. The water is transparent.

Pebble and grass beach

Where to sleep in Lake Como?

Ideas for activities in Lake Como

To visit the various points of interest of Lake Como, you can book your activity in advance via internet. We advise you to take a look at the website getyourguide which proposes various activities at attractive prices, it will give you ideas of activities to do on the spot.

How to get to Lake Como (by plane)?

The nearest airport is in Milan.

How to get around by car?

For our road trip, we rented a car in order to be able to stop whenever we wanted. The national road that goes around the lake is in very good condition. The coastal road offers nice views of the lake, but it is narrower.

We wish you a great trip! Don’t hesitate to leave us a note below to tell us if you are planning this trip, or to ask any questions you may have, we will answer you with great pleasure. It is always a real pleasure to read you.