"Argegno - Loved Since Roman Times" Argegno by tpal

Argegno Travel Guide: 10 reviews and 16 photos

Vertically Stunning

We might have skipped Argegno. That would have been a mistake. Our main reason for going there was to catch the ferry to Isola Comacina. Argegno had the most convenient schedule to and from the island but even so it was mid afternoon before we returned. Hungry, we happened upon the La Piazetta Snack Bar and enjoyed one of the best and most reasonably priced panino lunches of our trip .

Rested and fed, it was time to explore. Off we went up a typically narrow walkway ...I mean way up! What we hadn't realized was that the terrain on which Argegno was built was much steeper than what we had previously seen. We climbed and climbed not wanting to give up on what was just a little further up. The payoff was worth it. Quiet winding lanes, Terraced gardens, beautiful houses built on precarious landscapes and most surprising of all a river gorge (actually the Telo Stream) spanned by a Roman bridge.
It seems that once again we had discovered that the best experiences are often unplanned.

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Last visit to Argegno: Sep 2004
Intro Written Nov 4, 2004
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Reviews (4)

Ancient Crossing Things to Do (2)

How old is Argegno? I don't really know (google probably has the answer). What we did discover was that this bridge over... more travel advice

Lost Splendor Off The Beaten Path (1)

The Telo stream has apparently cut a rather deep ravine in its path. It appears that over the years some of the land has... more travel advice

Use Every Inch! Local Customs (1)

As we continued to climb the backstreets of Argegno we came across this creative and beautifully maintained terraced... more travel advice

Backstreet Charm Things to Do (2)

The best way to appreciate Argegno is to leave your comfortable chair at the cafe and start walking up one the narrow... more travel advice

Comments (8)

balhannah Feb 20, 2012 at 2:11 PM Report Abuse

Another lovely page!
tammytoes Dec 8, 2005 at 2:24 PM Report Abuse

excellent page! I might have the oppurtunity to live in Argegno this coming summer, and your page is one of the few I found with good pictures and descriptions! thanks!
deecat Jun 6, 2005 at 8:02 PM Report Abuse

Just lovely!
easyoar May 9, 2005 at 3:05 PM Report Abuse

Yes, a very interesting place to try and garden in! It's a time consuming enough task when you have good terrain! Nice page!
ncfg Nov 28, 2004 at 2:47 PM Report Abuse

Soooo beautiful. I loved small towns and villages :) Great pics!
Stephen-KarenConn Nov 22, 2004 at 2:13 PM Report Abuse

It looks like you've really been busy building new tips. Interesting serendipity here.
Nemorino Nov 22, 2004 at 1:02 PM Report Abuse

Looks like a fine place to get lost in.
JetlagCity Nov 19, 2004 at 5:38 PM Report Abuse

What a lovely spot! You're so right about the best experiences often being unplanned - I tend to overplan, so I have to keep reminding myself of this!