LAKE COMO'S BEACHES
The shores of Lake Como are studded with beaches and resorts, where both locals and tourists relax on hot days.
Here you will find a list of Lake Como’s best beaches, subdivided by area (Como branch, Central area, Lecco branch, Colico branch).
But first of all…
🏊🏼♀️ Can you swim in Lake Como?
In general, with the exception of the Como area, swimming is possible in most of the lake. But be careful, because swimming in Lake Como is not without risk, mainly for two reasons:
- the water temperature is generally lower than that of the sea, and if you dive when it is very hot outside, your body may suffer
- in addition, some areas of the lake have eddies that can make it difficult for you to stay afloat.
Remember to never ignore any safety warnings that may be present, and if you want to swim safely, opt for a lido with a pool.
Are you ready to relax in the sun? Discover my list of favorite beaches on Lake Como and all the most useful information!
The beach of Argegno is situated near the little harbor of the town. Fully equipped with sun beds and umbrellas, this grassy beach with pool is suitable both for families and groups of friends. Guests can buy some food and drinks at the bar. Ample parking space is available outside the lido.
LIDO DI ARGEGNO | Quick info
address: Piazza Dante Rosati 2, Argegno
phone: +39 339 450 9225
website: lidoargegno.it
email: lidoargegno@versoprobo.it
If you want to spend a sunny day in Cernobbio, this is the right place. This restaurant and beach club is located at the end of Riva di Cernobbio, a few steps from the pier, and is equipped with deckchairs, umbrellas, and a pool. Parking places can be found near the beach in the area of Via Erba.
LIDO DI CERNOBBIO | Quick info
address: Piazza Risorgimento 5, Cernobbio
phone: +39 031 444 6437
website: lidodicernobbio.com
email: info@lidodicernobbio.com
Lido Villa Olmo has a beach bar, two large swimming pools and lots of deckchairs and umbrellas to relax and enjoy Lake Como on the hottest days. It is a true institution in the city of Como, situated at a stone’s throw from the beautiful Villa Olmo complex. Ample parking available.
LIDO VILLA OLMO | Quick info
More than a lido: a lounge restaurant for dining or enjoying an excellent aperitif with an unparalleled view. You can relax on the grassy beach by renting umbrellas and sunbeds. Numerous parking lots can be found along Viale Geno.
GIULIETTA AL LAGO | Quick info
A wonderful place to relax, have fun, have a drink, take a swim in the lake or just enjoy its lights and colors. You can rent sun beds and use free wifi throughout the area. Some parking is available just outside the lido.
LIDO DI FAGGETO | Quick info
📍address: Piazza Scotti 5, Faggeto Lario
📞phone: +39 333 934 4619
💻website: lidodifaggeto.com
email: info@lidodifaggeto.com
FREE ENTRY. Careno, located in the southernmost part of Nesso, hosts a beach that consists partly of lawn and partly of pebbles. It can be reached on foot by simply following the alley leading to the pier through the old village.
CARENO BEACH | Quick info
This beach is not suitable to people who cannot face hundreds of rocky steps.
📍address: Via del Pontile 13, Nesso
FREE ENTRY. A green area on the shores of the lake, reached only after a long and steep walk. The beach does not provide any services, but there’s a bar at the beginning of the walk. Parking places are along Via Matteotti.
POGNANA BEACH | Quick info
This beach is not suitable to people who cannot face hundreds of rocky steps.
📍address: Riva di Quarzano, Pognana Lario
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LIDO DI LENNO | Quick info
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LIDO DI LENNO | Quick info
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Located near the Villa Melzi gardens, the LiBe is a beach club for people who want to relax on some comfortable sun beds, or simply enjoy the fresh air of Lake Como in the shade of a gazebo. Restaurant, bar and free Wi-Fi are available for guests.
LIDO DI BELLAGIO | Quick info
address: Via Paolo Carcano 1, Bellagio
phone: + 39 031 226 0940
website: lidodibellagio.com
email: info@lidodibellagio.com
FREE ENTRY. This is a cute pebbly beach in the neighborhood of San Giovanni of Bellagio. Given its nature, I don’t recommend this beach to people with disabilities. During the summer months, the beach hosts a bar selling ice cream, drinks, and food.
SAN GIOVANNI BEACH | Quick info
address: Via Paolo Carcano 28, loc. San Giovanni, Bellagio
FREE ENTRY. This stony beach hosts a bar (Al 121) where you can order coffee and snacks and rent umbrellas, deckchairs, and canoes. Parking places are available along the street that leads to Griante.
GRIANTE BEACH | Quick info
📍address: loc. Ponte dei Ronconi, Griante
Formerly known as Lido di Cadenabbia, MOR Lake Como is a new beach club fully equipped with sun beds, deckchairs, and a pool. The club, which also includes a restaurant and a fine bar, offers a magnificent view of Bellagio.
MOR LAKE COMO | Quick info
FREE ENTRY. A little piece of paradise on the Lecco branch but within easy reach of the popular destinations in the center of the lake. Mainly pebble beach and very clean water. Bars and restaurants are located a short distance from the beach.
RIVA BIANCA | Quick info
📍address: Via Riva Bianca, Lierna
Lido Beach Menaggio is a cozy lido with fine sand beach equipped with sunbeds, umbrellas and gazebos. A bar, also open to outside customers, offers breakfasts, lunches with rich salads, and a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails.
LIDO BEACH MENAGGIO | Quick info
FREE ENTRY. This public beach hosts a kiosk with toilet and shower facilities. In the campsite behind the beach (Camping Europa) you can also rent pedal boats, canoes, and rowing boats.
LERAI BEACH | Quick info
address: Via dei Cipressi, Menaggio
Lido di Lenno is equipped with gazebos, sun beds, a restaurant, and sandy beach, all within the magic setting of Venus Bay (Golfo di Venere). On summer nights, Lido di Lenno becomes a popular beach club, a reference point for many young locals.
LIDO DI LENNO | Quick info
address: Via Comoedia 1, loc. Lenno, Tremezzina
phone: +39 0344 570 93
website: lidodilenno.com
email: info@lidodilenno.com
FREE ENTRY. It is a grassy beach that offers a magnificent view of Isola Comacina, the only island on Lake Como (that can be reached from the nearby pier). Access to the beach is free and it is possible to take a break, have lunch or an aperitif in the well-stocked bar and restaurant.
LIDO DI OSSUCCIO | Quick info
address: Via G. Somalvico, 22016 - Ossuccio (Co)
phone: +39 0344 181 1346
website: lidodiossuccio.it
email: info@lidodiossuccio.it
FREE ENTRY. The park hosts some secular trees, a bar, a stony beach, and a volleyball court. In summer, the pro-loco uses the park as a venue for outdoor events and manifestations. Parking places are along the street.
PARCO OLIVELLI | Quick info
address: Via Statale 47, loc. Tremezzo, Tremezzina
The lido, located in Perledo (next to Varenna), has everything you’re looking for: a sandy beach equipped with sunbeds, deckchairs, and equipped with a boat dock, as well as a restaurant-bar for breakfast, an aperitif or an after-dinner drink.
LIDO DI VARENNA-PERLEDO | Quick info
address: Via Lido 4, Perledo
phone: +39 347 217 3589
website: olivedolido.it
email: info@olivedolido.it
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LIDO DI LENNO | Quick info
This is a wide grassy beach, equipped with a bar and deckchairs that you can rent. Located at the northern end of the lake promenade of Abbadia is a very cozy and quiet park for people who need some relaxation.
PARCO DI CHIESA ROTTA | Quick info
address: Via Lungo Lago, Abbadia Lariana
phone: +39 351 566 1723
The Orsa Maggiore was born to entertain local youth. It’s not a simple beach; it also includes a restaurant and a club, as well as the possibility to rent pedal boats and canoes.
LIDO ORSA MAGGIORE | Quick info
Spend the day at this cute beach, which offers the possibility for its guests to rent umbrellas and sun beds. There is also a bar where you can buy something to eat for lunch and dinner.
LIDO DI MANDELLO | Quick info
address: Viale Medaglie Olimpiche Mandellesi, Mandello del Lario
phone: +39 0341 171 6688
website: lidodimandello.com
email: social@lidodimandello.com
The beach of Onno Nord (a neighborhood of Oliveto Lario) consists partly of lawn and partly of natural sand, and the waters are crystal clear. OnnoLulu Beach is fully equipped with services, including a restaurant and a cocktail bar.
ONNOLULU BEACH | Quick info
address: Via Garibaldi, Oliveto Lario
phone: +39 031 228 7003
website: Facebook page
email: info@onnolulubeach.it
FREE ENTRY. The public beach of Vassena is a stony beach frequented mainly by locals. This beach has a wild atmosphere and has no facilities. The only bar available is in the small square of Vassena.
VASSENA BEACH | Quick info
address: Piazza Conciliazione, Vassena
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LIDO DI LENNO | Quick info
A cool beach located on the lake promenade of Bellano, perfect for families. This sandy beach, in fact, is equipped with a bar, restaurant, and a swimming pool for children. You can also rent deckchairs and sun beds.
LIDO DI BELLANO | Quick info
address: Via Martiri della Libertà 3, Bellano
phone: +39 0341 171 6712
website: lidobellano.com
email: info@lidobellano.com
This is a wide beach of sand and grass. It hosts a bar, a soccer field, and a tennis court, as well as a kitesurf and windsurf school. Guests have the possibility of renting deckchairs, sun beds, and canoes.
LIDO DI COLICO | Quick info
address: Via Lungolario Polti 4, Colico
phone: +39 0341 941 393
website: lidocolico.it
email: lidocolico@tiscalinet.it
FREE ENTRY. The beach of Laghetto di Piona is definitely one of the coolest beaches in Colico, with its large grassy lawn and the big plane trees which provide cool shade. There is also a kiteboarding school with canoe and S.U.P. rentals available.
PIONA BEACH | Quick info
address: Via Montecchio Sud, Colico
FREE ENTRY. A large grassy area a stone’s throw from the center of Colico, with a bar-restaurant, ample parking and with the possibility of renting bicycles and water sports equipment.
ONTANO BEACH | Quick info
address: Via Montecchio Nord, Colico
FREE ENTRY. Very long and mainly pebbly beach that allows for beautiful views. There is also a water park in the middle of the lake with an inflatable course with slides and a Ninja course suitable for the adventurous.
DERVIO BEACH | Quick info
address: Via alla Foppa, Dervio
FREE ENTRY. A sandy, verdant beach with camping and bars nearby. Suitable for families, there are shaded areas for shelter on hot days.
DONGO BEACH | Quick info
address: Via Cimitero, Dongo
FREE ENTRY. Free beach consisting mainly of pebbles and grass, with a kiosk where you can buy coffee and snacks.
SERENELLA BEACH | Quick info
address: Viale Scuri, Gravedona
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