Lake Orta

Last year, we overnighted in Cannobio on Lake Maggiore.  We liked the feel of the place, so this year decided to do something similar, but for two nights,  For a change of setting we chose the small town of Orta san Giulio on Lake Orta.  The town is amazingly well preserved, and has been a place of pilgrimage/tourism for centuries.

The foothills of the Alps are visible above the rooftops as we plan our day

Outside the 16th century town hall in the main square

Taking it easy in the main square,  looking over to the island of San Giulio

Wonderful banana palms seen on a walk along the lakeside

Placid waters

Heading uphill to the viewpoint

Barbara at the door to our building

Isola San Giulio in the evening