Villa Balbianello, Historic house museum in Tremezzina, Italy
The Villa del Balbianello stands at the edge of the Lavedo peninsula, featuring stone terraces that descend toward Lake Como through meticulously maintained gardens.
Cardinal Angelo Durini commissioned the construction of Villa del Balbianello in 1787, transforming a former Franciscan monastery site into a sophisticated lakeside residence.
Explorer Guido Monzino filled the villa with artifacts from expeditions to Africa and the Himalayas, creating an exhibition of global exploration and adventure.
Access to the villa requires either a 1-kilometer walk from Lenno or a water taxi ride, with guided tours available Tuesday through Sunday from March to December.
The villa's loggia contains maps, navigation instruments, and expedition equipment from Monzino's collection, including items from his climb of Mount Everest.
Location: Tremezzina
Inception: 1700
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Fee: Yes
Address: Via Comoedia
Opening Hours: Tuesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday,Sunday 10:00-18:00; Holidays 10:00-18:00; December 2- March 15 off
Phone: +39034456110
Email: faibalbianello@fondoambiente.it
Website: https://fondoambiente.it/luoghi/villa-del-balbianello
GPS coordinates: 45.97014,9.19655
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:21
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