{"id":5654,"date":"2023-04-21T20:08:38","date_gmt":"2023-04-21T20:08:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/amiamo-lagodicomo.com\/ontdek\/plesio\/"},"modified":"2026-07-28T08:41:45","modified_gmt":"2026-07-28T08:41:45","slug":"plesio","status":"publish","type":"amiamo_explore","link":"https:\/\/amiamo-lagodicomo.com\/en\/discover\/plesio\/","title":{"rendered":"Plesio"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"5654\" class=\"elementor elementor-5654 elementor-2076\" data-elementor-post-type=\"amiamo_explore\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-8fc8a23 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"8fc8a23\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-1f59059\" data-id=\"1f59059\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-308762e elementor-invisible elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"308762e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_animation&quot;:&quot;fadeInUp&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Discover Plesio on Lake Como <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dd4dc57 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"dd4dc57\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Plesio, the balcony over Lake Como<\/h3><p>Plesio is perched high above the western shore of Lake Como at an altitude of around 600 metres. Home to around 800 residents, the municipality consists of several small hamlets scattered among forests and mountain pastures. Thanks to its elevated position, Plesio enjoys one of the finest panoramic views over central Lake Como, overlooking <a href=\"https:\/\/amiamo-lagodicomo.com\/en\/discover\/bellagio\/\">Bellagio<\/a> and the lake&#8217;s distinctive Y-shaped outline.  <\/p><h3>A village with ancient roots<br\/> <br\/><\/h3><p>Plesio&#8217;s history dates back to the Bronze Age. Archaeological discoveries show that people settled here thousands of years ago. The name Plesio is believed to derive from the Celtic language and means &#8216;rock above the water&#8217;, a fitting reference to the village&#8217;s spectacular setting high above Lake Como.  <\/p><h3>Hiking among mountains and panoramic views<\/h3><p>Plesio is a favourite destination for hikers. Several trails start in the village, leading to Monte Grona, Monte Bregagno and Rifugio Menaggio. Along the way, you&#8217;ll pass through forests, alpine meadows and authentic hamlets, with magnificent views over Lake Como almost every step of the way.  <\/p><h3>Churches and scenic viewpoints<\/h3><p>The Church of San Fedele and the Santuario della Madonna di Breglia are among Plesio&#8217;s most important landmarks. The sanctuary, in particular, offers breathtaking panoramic views over the central basin of Lake Como. <\/p><h3>Why visit Plesio?<\/h3><p>Plesio is the perfect destination for those looking to combine the tranquillity of the mountains with spectacular views over Lake Como. 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