Domaso and surroundings
Domaso
Domaso is a municipality with around 1,500 inhabitants in the province of Como. The idyllic fishing village is divided into two districts. On the one hand, you will find the original old town with its fishing harbour, small shops and cosy restaurants. On the other hand, there is a headland with sports and leisure facilities, restaurants, holiday homes and campsites, walking trails and evening events in summer.
The lakeside path from Domaso to Gravedona in the south and Gera Lario in the north is ideal for walking, jogging and cycling. The lakeside path offers a wonderful atmosphere, especially in the evening.
Vercana
Vercana is a tranquil mountain village on a hill above Domaso. From there, you have a wonderful panoramic view over Lake Como. The Baroque village church of San Salvatore is also a sight worth seeing in this small village. With its narrow streets, the village centre has a typical Italian flair. The village can be reached on foot or by car from Domaso.
Gera Lario
Gera Lario is located north of Domaso and is a traditional fishing village. The small alleys and shops as well as the weekly market invite you to explore this small town. At the marina, you will find cafés and a restaurant by the lake where you can relax. The fishing harbour is right next door.
Gera Lario offers several beautiful beaches, some with sand or playgrounds. There is a surfing and sailing school as well as a long lake promenade with sporting and cultural events in summer.
A large lakeside garden area with a beach pool, bocce court and a large children’s playground invites you to linger and offers activities for all ages.
Visitors interested in culture should take a look at the two churches in Gera Lario, which bear witness to the long history of the town since its foundation in Roman times.
The highlight of Gera Lario is the lakeside path from the Ponte des Passo bridge north of Gera to Domaso. Explore the route on foot, by bike or while jogging.
Activities and highlights in and around San Siro
Transport links
By Boat
- Boat landing stage in Domaso (old town) with direct connection to the Abbey of Piona on the opposite shore and to various destinations towards the middle of the lake, such as Bellagio, Varenna and Menaggio.
By bus:
- Public buses run along the west bank and stop in almost all towns.
By train on the east bank:
- Panorama train connects most towns on the eastern shore with Chiavenna and Milan
- Nearest railway station: Colico on the other side of the lake (with boat connection), approx. 15 km
Swimming opportunities, beaches & pools
- Domaso: Domaso headland with various leisure activities, gently sloping beaches, some sandy play areas and shady trees
- Gera Lario: Several beautiful beaches with playgrounds, surf school, beach pool, bocce court, large children’s playground
Boat hire and moorings
- Domaso: Motorboat and sailing boat hire and established kitesurfing, surfing and catamaran school at the northern entrance to Domaso.
- Domaso: Well-organised boat yard
- Gera Lario: Sailboat rental and kite and surf school
Sports
Golfen in Domaso
- Nearest golf course: Menaggio e Caddenabbia, above Menaggio
- Sondrio/Valtellinatal
Cycling in Domaso
- Many touring opportunities for mountain bikers in the surrounding mountains
- Waterfront promenade with excellent opportunities for cycling, jogging and walking along the lake
Horse riding in Domaso
- Well-organised riding arenas with riding schools and trail riding opportunities between Gera Lario and Colico – Pian di Spagna Nature Reserve
Tennis in Domaso:
- Some tennis courts in Gravedona and Gera Lario
Hiking, walking, mountaineering & climbing:
- Idyllic lakeside promenade from Sorico to Cremia with approx. 18 km of walking paths directly along the lake shore with cafés, bars and restaurants
- Numerous mountain hikes with magnificent panoramic views of the surrounding mountains
- Mountain tours to St. Bartolomeo and Montemezzo
- Very beautiful hiking trails around the lake, in the nearby Valtellina Valley and in the Bergell region.
Water skiing & wakeboarding
- Water ski school and motorboat hire at the entrance to Domaso
- Wakeboarding facility north of Colico
The whole family
- Gera Lario: Beach pool, bocce court, large attractive children’s playground directly
- Domaso and Vercana: Children’s playgrounds
- The beaches often offer play facilities and plenty of space.
Culture, Events & Entertainment
- Villa Camilla, town hall in Domaso with festivals and music events in summer
- Domaso headland and old town: evening events in summer
Markets
- Weekly market in Gera Lario every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Weekly market in Domaso every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Shopping & Dining
- Domaso Old Town: Small shops and cosy restaurants, bakeries
- Domaso headland: restaurants, café bars, supermarket, fashion, hairdresser, wine shops (including cask wines)
- Gera Lario: grocery shops, bakeries, cafés, restaurants
- Vercana: Pizzerias/Restaurants/Food + Bakeries
Winter attractions in Como
- Alpine skiing / Nordic cross-country skiing / ice skating / ice boccia in attractive winter sports resorts 50-100 km away (St. Moritz (CH), Bormio, Teglio, Madesimo)
- Ski touring and snowshoeing on Lake Como
- Christmas markets and nativity scene exhibitions