"Lovere - Lago D' Iseo" Lovere by suvanki

Lovere Travel Guide: 16 reviews and 63 photos

Lovere is situated on the western shore of Lago d' Iseo at its northern tip. It is a scenic location (if you ignore the steel factory on the lakeside).

Lovere was once noted as a Venetian textile centre, and there is still evidence of the Venetian era around the town - you'll find examples of the Venetian winged Lion in bas reliefs on some of the buildings around the old town.

During the period of Venetian domination, Lovere prospered. Production of the 'panno grezzo' clothing led to lucrative export deals, particularly in the German speaking countries.

This new found affluence was reflected in the construction of ornate villas and houses beyond the medieval walled town. Donations enabled churches, including the Basilica of Santa Maria in Valvendre to be built or reconstructed and decorated with works of art by leading craftsmen.

Skirting the lakeside is the Piazza X111 Martiri, the centre of the town, with bars, cafes and restaurants

Lovere - Lago d'Iseo

Lovere - mosaic at entrance to The Santuario

Pros and Cons

Pros:Scenic views of Lake and Mountains Sleepy Old Town

Last visit to Lovere: May 2011
Intro Updated Jun 10, 2011
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Reviews (7)

Plaque honouring Vincenza Gerosa - Lovere

Vincenza Gerosa Off The Beaten Path (2)

On a wall, above a door way, I spotted this marble plaque, which appeared to be in honour of Vincentia Gerosa, I wasn't... more travel advice

Via Brighenti - an old thoroughfare Off The Beaten Path (2)

Wandering around Lovere, we came across this interesting 'stairway' that linked 2 roads on different levels. The roof... more travel advice

Get a bargain here! Shopping (1)

Alighting from the bus, we had spotted market stalls lining the lake-side. It was surprisingly larger than I'd thought... more travel advice

Basilica di Santa Maria in Valvendra and convent - Lovere

Basilica di Santa Maria in Valvendra Things to Do (2)

This church, dedicated to Santa Maria was built between 1473 and 1480, on land reclaimed from a river bed (Val vendre)... more travel advice

Restaurants (1)
Lakeside Restaurant with roof terrace

Transportation (1)
Bergamo to Lovere

Travelogues (1)

Written Jan 7, 2012

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yumyum May 4, 2012 at 1:06 PM

Thanks for the insight! We may pass through there on our way to Bergamo.
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Gillybob Jul 3, 2011 at 12:09 PM

Great page! Can't wait to see some of the other towns in this area. Gillybob greetings
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spidermiss Jun 25, 2011 at 3:10 PM

Great tips! Excited about the Euromeet next year!x