The northern part of Lombardia is characterized by the alps and the area before the alps. The southern part, up to the Poebene, is an especially fertile region.
The
mountains and the lakes such as the
Gardasee, Lago Maggiore and Comer See with their beauty, are the most popular holiday destinations for people from around the world. The rich region was desired throughout history, and because of the many different cultures that occupied the area - there are very different building styles that stayed behind. The
splendid palaces from the Venetian time or the great buildings from the time of the Habsburger.
With over 9 million inhabitants in the Lombardia you will find many
cultures and natural treasures - from
high alpine mountain villages to the marvellous
artistic cities.
The mountains are a varied region in the winter for sports fans. World Cup Races such as that in Bormio draw international attention.
Highlights:
- Nature Parks (Stilfser Joch, Adamelli, Garda - Bresciano, Bergamo)
- Cities: Milan, Bergamo, Brescia, Mantua, Pavia, Lodi, Cremona, Sabbioneta
- UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Santa Maria delle Grazie Church, Felsgravuren im Val Camonica, Modellsiedlung Crespi a´Adda, Sacri Monti
Culture & fine dining:
- Cremona Festival
- Historical Fests
- Piano Music Festival Bergamo and Brescia
- markets
- Musical Autumn / Como
- Lakes: Lago di Garda, Lago Maggiore, Lago di Como, Lago d'Iseo
- Specialties: zuppa pavese, cassoeula, bistecca Milanese, ossobuco, polenta, wine
Active Holiday Summer:
- mountain climbing / hiking / climbing
- golf
- motor sports
- cycling & biking
- lakes & watersports
- thermal pools & swimming pools