Moltrasio is one of the more picturesque villages on Lake Como. Located on the lower lake road between Cernobbio and Laglio it rambles down a hillside and has a lovely mountain river which cascades through the village after rain.
Since the construction of the tunnel which bypasses the lower lakeside road, the area has returned the area to its quiet origins. Along this road starting from the Villa d'Este are some important and historic villas, since acquired by some well known persons; George Cluney, Versace etc. It is in Moltrasio that Sir Winston Churchill decided to relax after WWII in the summer of 1945.
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The lake offers many activities. The Villa D'este Golf Club is one of Europe's finest and is 20 minutes away from Villa Lario. Also within range are the golf clubs at Menaggio, Lugano and many in the area between Como and Milano (Pinetina, Barlassina etc). Bike riding and hiking along the lake are other activities that guests can enjoy. Water skiing, swimming and boating on the lake are also available and there is a ferry stop at Moltrasio providing access to most lakeside villages including Bellagio, Menaggio, and many others.
