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Lake Como’s grandeur softens beautifully in autumn. The summer tourists disappear, leaving quiet promenades and serene waters reflecting the fading colors of the surrounding mountains.
The villas and gardens of Bellagio, Varenna, and Menaggio take on a dreamlike quality in the golden light. Autumn also brings the harvest of local chestnuts and mushrooms, featured in cozy lakefront trattorias. Ferry rides are calmer, and the air is crisp enough for peaceful hikes above the lake, where the views are simply breathtaking.
