Orta San Giulio, Italy

Orta San Giulio Italy

Orta San Giulio is a lakeside town in a lesser-known Mediterranean region. The town sits directly on the shore of its namesake lake, where the steep slopes of a tiny peninsula descend to the water. Its medieval center is entirely pedestrian, giving it a uniquely nostalgic charm. Every little street seems to compete to be the most picturesque and beautiful, lined with family-run shops, wrought-iron balconies, and arcades that open out toward the lake’s horizon. Above it all stands the Sacro Monte di Orta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which is no small distinction.
Recommended airport
Lugano (LUG)
Points of interest
  • Isola San Giulio
  • Sacro Monte di Orta
  • Lago de Orta
Nearby destinations
  • Lake Maggiore a 26.48 km
  • Locarno a 49.78 km
  • Lugano a 46.92 km