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Sightseeing tours, things to do and place to stay in Lierna, Lake Como.

What to see to visit and things to do in Lierna Lake Como

Visit Lierna, Lake Como

The probable origin of its name comes from the word Hibernia (from Latin hibĕrnum, meaning winter), as it appears to have been a winter camp of the Roman army. 
Longobard Queen Theodolinda loved to stay here in the tower of Lierna Castle; years later the same tower guarded the imprisonment of Adelaide of Burgundy, who was twice queen consort of Italy. Her story really sounds like an incredible novel! In 951 Berengar II took possession of the kingdom of Italy, killing King Lothair II of Italy and seizing his wife Adelaide. Adelaide was imprisoned then in Lierna Castle until a gentleman, Martin of Bellagio, freed her to take her in marriage to the next King of Italy and Holy Roman Emperor, Otto I of Saxony. Even Gioachino Rossini dedicated an opera to her entitled Adelaide di Borgogna. 
Today Lierna is a popular destination and it’s easily reachable from Milan by train. Its beach, called Riva Bianca, is among the most beautiful beaches on Lake Como. 

What to see to visit and things to do in Lierna

Il Castello di Lierna

The castle stands on a natural promontory north of the municipality, in the direction toward Varenna. It dates back to Roman times, but has been completely remodeled over the centuries. Of the ancient building, one can still admire the medieval walls overlooking the lake, the plan of a watchtower and the small church of Saints Maurice and Lazarus dating back to the 11th century. 
The fortress was of strategic importance in the 10-year war between Como and Milan (1117 - 1127). Lierna was allied with the Milanese, who defeated the Como people in August 1127. 
The Lierna Castle, now transformed into a village hamlet, has an irresistible charm. 
When you wander through its narrow alleys, it feels like you're going back centuries, and time here seems to stand still. 
Once you leave the castle, we suggest you walk along the coast in a southerly direction until you reach the Lakeside promenade Castiglioni. You will be surprised by the many stone houses with small colorful gardens! Moreover, among the noteworthy villas here you can find Villa Pini, dating from 1921, with a large park that is home to a ferruginous water spring and beautiful magnolia, palm and pine trees. This is followed by Villa Besana (or Aurelia) from 1920 with eclectic and Art Nouveau elements.

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Beaches and lidos, where to swim in Lierna

The village of Lierna is also called the pearl of the lake and is famous for its white pebble beach called Riva Bianca, one of the largest and most beautiful on Lake Como.
You can find it here 45.96636108723953, 9.302688691707456

Best treks and scenic hiking trails in Lierna

If you want to go trekking, hiking or north-walking on Lake Como or just explore Lierna and the beautiful Sentiero del Viandante, we highly you the group HIKING LAKE COMO. Francesca and Mario are professional certified guides, as well as keen and enthusiastic locals who know any secret about Lake Como. Contact Here

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How to get to Lierna

Lierna is linked to Milan by the regional trains of the railway line called TreNord. Trains leave approximately every hour, and the journey takes about 1 hour, but it is necessary to change the train in Lecco.
It is also very simple to reach Lierna by car via the road SS36. The town is only 70 km away from the central station of Milan and there are no motorway tolls.

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