Como

The city extends along the southwestern shore of Lake Como, surrounded by medieval walls and crowned by the hilltop Castello Baradello fortress.

Como emerged as Novum Comum in 196 BC under Julius Caesar, developing into a commercial center along the strategic trade route between Germany and Italy.

The Duomo of Como, constructed from 1396, displays Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque elements, marking the third largest cathedral in the Lombardy region.

The lakefront promenade connects Piazza Cavour to Villa Olmo through a 6-kilometer path with gardens, cafes, and direct access to boat services.

The Tempio Voltiano houses scientific instruments and personal items of Alessandro Volta, who invented the electrical battery in this lakeside city.

Location: Province of Como

Elevation above the sea: 201 m

Shares border with: Brunate, Casnate con Bernate, Cernobbio, Grandate, Lipomo, Maslianico, San Fermo della Battaglia, Tavernerio, Torno, Blevio, Montano Lucino, Capiago Intimiano, Senna Comasco, Chiasso, Vacallo

Address: 22100 Como, Province of Como, Italy 22100 Como

Website: http://comune.como.it

GPS coordinates: 45.81025,9.08614

Latest update: September 2, 2025 10:02