Lake Maggiore

Lake Maggiore

I suggerimenti di Alberto, proprietario di Villa Jejia

"Why choose a holiday on Lake Maggiore? There are many things you can do and see, itineraries to explore by motorbike and bicycle, walks and excursions, gastronomic trips, characteristic restaurants and...boat trips of course! These are my suggestions. Absolutely tested!””

Stefano Saini

I suggerimenti di Alberto, proprietario di Villa Jejia

"Why choose a holiday on Lake Maggiore? There are many things you can do and see, itineraries to explore by motorbike and bicycle, walks and excursions, gastronomic trips, characteristic restaurants and...boat trips of course! These are my suggestions. Absolutely tested!””

Stefano Saini

What to do on Lake Maggiore

What to do on Lake Maggiore

Visit to the Borromean Islands

The visit to the Borromean Islands: tickets for the islands can be bought directly to Stresa; in the morning you can visit Isola Bella and see the beautiful Palazzo Borromeo with its botanical garden, then go to Isola Pescatori and, after an excursion of the island, I would recommend having lunch at Ristorante Italia (perhaps it would be advisable to book) and I would ask for a table in the garden near the entrance with a view of Baveno. The cost is around €25 per person. It is particular for its position and the view (at least for me) and is run by two brothers who are fishermen, therefore excellent lake fish.

Locarno

If the weather isn't great you can go to Locarno by boat from Stresa, because the boat has a closed part so you can stay sheltered. The departure is around 11.00 -11.15 from Stresa and it takes about 3 hours to get to Locarno. It is possible to have lunch on board for around €15/per person (lunch is nice).

Mount Mottarone

Another walk that is worth it for me is the one to the summit of Mottarone at 1500 metres. In summer, on hot days, people also go there to get some cool air. If the sky is clear you can see 7 lakes from the summit (Lake Orta, Lake Maggiore, Lake Mergozzo, Lake Monate, Lake Comabbio, Lake Varese, Lake Biandronno)

Lake Orta

Maybe not on Sunday, even Lake Orta, a short distance from Lake Maggiore, is worth a visit for the beauty of its village, Orta, full of restaurants and shops. You can also take a trip to the very small and characteristic island of San Giulio where there is a characteristic monastery where cloistered nuns are still found today. On the islet of San Giulio there is only one restaurant... with a splendid view, where possibly have lunch.

Visit to the Borromean Islands

The visit to the Borromean Islands: tickets for the islands can be bought directly to Stresa; in the morning you can visit Isola Bella and see the beautiful Palazzo Borromeo with its botanical garden, then go to Isola Pescatori and, after an excursion of the island, I would recommend having lunch at Ristorante Italia (perhaps it would be advisable to book) and I would ask for a table in the garden near the entrance with a view of Baveno. The cost is around €25 per person. It is particular for its position and the view (at least for me) and is run by two brothers who are fishermen, therefore excellent lake fish.

Locarno

If the weather isn't great you can go to Locarno by boat from Stresa, because the boat has a closed part so you can stay sheltered. The departure is around 11.00 -11.15 from Stresa and it takes about 3 hours to get to Locarno. It is possible to have lunch on board for around €15/per person (lunch is nice).

Mount Mottarone

Another walk that is worth it for me is the one to the summit of Mottarone at 1500 metres. In summer, on hot days, people also go there to get some cool air. If the sky is clear you can see 7 lakes from the summit (Lake Orta, Lake Maggiore, Lake Mergozzo, Lake Monate, Lake Comabbio, Lake Varese, Lake Biandronno)

Lake Orta

Maybe not on Sunday, even Lake Orta, a short distance from Lake Maggiore, is worth a visit for the beauty of its village, Orta, full of restaurants and shops. You can also take a trip to the very small and characteristic island of San Giulio where there is a characteristic monastery where cloistered nuns are still found today. On the islet of San Giulio there is only one restaurant... with a splendid view, where possibly have lunch.

Arona

Another interesting trip is to the Rocca di Arona with a visit to the Colossus of San Carlo Borromeo, affectionately called San Carlone, a 35 meter high statue where you can climb inside and admire the entire lake from the top.

Arona

Another interesting trip is to the Rocca di Arona with a visit to the Colossus of San Carlo Borromeo, affectionately called San Carlone, a 35 meter high statue where you can climb inside and admire the entire lake from the top.

And now let's talk about the recommended restaurants (in strict order of distance from Villa Jejia)

And now let's talk about the recommended restaurants (in strict order of distance from Villa Jejia)

Osteria la Vecchia Scuola

Osteria la Vecchia Scuola right in front of Villa Jejia; the restaurateur's father is a lake fisherman, therefore lake fish over the top.
In the summer in the evening you can dine on a boat moored in the Gulf.
Unique experience!

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Osteria la Vecchia Scuola

Osteria la Vecchia Scuola right in front of Villa Jejia; the restaurateur's father is a lake fisherman, therefore lake fish over the top.
In the summer in the evening you can dine on a boat moored in the Gulf.
Unique experience!

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Borgo San Giovanni

Since July 2012 the renowned San Giovanni restaurant in Stresa has moved to Lesa, on Lake Maggiore, where the Piccioni family continues its long gastronomic tradition.
The Borgo San Giovanni Restaurant will host you in a completely new location renovated, in a refined and welcoming environment inside. Outdoor tables in garden that directly overlook the Erno river.
You can enjoy our fresh, genuine and traditional cuisine created with carefully selected raw materials and following the natural seasonality of the ingredients.
Our restaurant has private parking and free WIFI also in the outdoor area.
(200 meters from Villa Jejia); you can reach it on foot

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Borgo San Giovanni

Since July 2012 the renowned San Giovanni restaurant in Stresa has moved to Lesa, on Lake Maggiore, where the Piccioni family continues its long gastronomic tradition.
The Borgo San Giovanni Restaurant will host you in a completely new location renovated, in a refined and welcoming environment inside. Outdoor tables in garden that directly overlook the Erno river.
You can enjoy our fresh, genuine and traditional cuisine created with carefully selected raw materials and following the natural seasonality of the ingredients.
Our restaurant has private parking and free WIFI also in the outdoor area.
(200 meters from Villa Jejia); you can reach it on foot

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Ristorante Pizzeria Camping di Solcio

Immersed in the evocative beauty of the shores of Lake Maggiore, Solcio Camping Village welcomes nature lovers in a serene and welcoming environment. With breathtaking views of the azure waters of the lake and the majestic surrounding mountains, the campsite offers shaded pitches and modern amenities for an unforgettable camping experience. Guests can enjoy water activities, excursions in the surrounding area and moments of relaxation on the private beach. With its friendly staff and cutting-edge facilities, Solcio Camping Village promises a regenerating and authentic stay in close contact with nature. (200 meters from Villa Jejia) can be reached by walk. Pizza, high quality meat and fish cuisine in a super holiday environment

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Ristorante Pizzeria Camping di Solcio

Immersed in the evocative beauty of the shores of Lake Maggiore, Solcio Camping Village welcomes nature lovers in a serene and welcoming environment. With breathtaking views of the azure waters of the lake and the majestic surrounding mountains, the campsite offers shaded pitches and modern amenities for an unforgettable camping experience. Guests can enjoy water activities, excursions in the surrounding area and moments of relaxation on the private beach. With its friendly staff and cutting-edge facilities, Solcio Camping Village promises a regenerating and authentic stay in close contact with nature. (200 meters from Villa Jejia) can be reached by walk. Pizza, high quality meat and fish cuisine in a super holiday environment

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Madè Fine Dining

Mad|é is a journey into the heart of aromas and flavours, sometimes very intense, sometimes more delicate, respecting tradition and with a measured contemporary sensitivity.
Passion, creativity, experience, ability, hospitality and a great friendship gave life to the project.
Within the Sporting of Lesa, a lounge bar and elegant restaurant with a refined proposal, full of experiments. (500 meters from Villa Jejia).

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Madè Fine Dining

Mad|é is a journey into the heart of aromas and flavours, sometimes very intense, sometimes more delicate, respecting tradition and with a measured contemporary sensitivity.
Passion, creativity, experience, ability, hospitality and a great friendship gave life to the project.
Within the Sporting of Lesa, a lounge bar and elegant restaurant with a refined proposal, full of experiments. (500 meters from Villa Jejia).

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Il Battipalo

The Battipalo Restaurant takes its name from the tool used to plant the poles on the lakebed. The restaurant, created from an old boat ticket office, directly overlooks Lake Maggiore. Here Simona's passion for cooking merges with her husband Gabriele's passion for wine, thus offering gourmet cuisine that combines past and present. From the Villa 1.5km.

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Il Battipalo

The Battipalo Restaurant takes its name from the tool used to plant the poles on the lakebed. The restaurant, created from an old boat ticket office, directly overlooks Lake Maggiore. Here Simona's passion for cooking merges with her husband Gabriele's passion for wine, thus offering gourmet cuisine that combines past and present. From the Villa 1.5km.

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Il Camino

Historic tavern since 1965, typical cuisine and obsessive care in the choice of raw materials.
Excellent wine list and spectacular panoramic view of Lake Maggiore.
(3.0 km from Villa Jejia), historic venue with terrace overlooking the lake.

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Il Camino

Historic tavern since 1965, typical cuisine and obsessive care in the choice of raw materials.
Excellent wine list and spectacular panoramic view of Lake Maggiore.
(3.0 km from Villa Jejia), historic venue with terrace overlooking the lake.

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