Below the grand Belle Epoque hotels of Stresa, the Carciano lido area offers grassy lawns and gravel shore for swimming with a front-row view of the Borromean Islands of Isola Bella and Isola dei Pescatori. The Mottarone cable car departs from beside the lido, and frequent ferries link the islands, making this the most scenic, if not the largest, bathing spot on the Piedmont shore.
| Distance | 10-minute walk from Stresa centre; beside the Carciano ferry pier and Mottarone cable car |
|---|---|
| Getting there | Direct trains to Stresa on the Milan-Domodossola line; ferries to the Borromean Islands |
| Best season | June-September |
| Address | Piazzale Lido, Carciano, 28838 Stresa VB, Italy |
Amenities
- Grass lawns and gravel shore
- Lakefront cafes and gelaterie
- Showers nearby
- Ferry pier and cable car station adjacent
- Pedalo and small boat rental
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Location
Piazzale Lido, Carciano, 28838 Stresa VB, Italy
45.9019, 8.5306 View on map