Italian Lakes – Gardens & Villas of Lakes Como & Maggiore

Villa Carlotta

Villa Carlotta

A historic villa on Lake Como's western shore offers exquisite gardens, art collections, and breathtaking lake and mountain views, ideal for tourists.
Villa Carlotta is a stunning historic villa situated on the western shore of Lake Como in Tremezzo, Italy. Built at the end of the 17th century, the villa is renowned for its exquisite Italian gardens, which span over 70,000 square meters and feature terraces, fountains, sculptures, and a remarkable variety of plants and flowers, including azaleas and rhododendrons. The villa itself houses a museum with a notable collection of art, including works by Antonio Canova and Bertel Thorvaldsen. Villa Carlotta's rich history includes ownership by prominent figures such as the Clerici family and Princess Marianne of Nassau, who gifted it to her daughter, Carlotta, after whom the villa is named. Its breathtaking views of the lake and the surrounding mountains, combined with its cultural and botanical treasures, make it a must-visit destination.