The Borromean Islands are a charming archipelago located in the heart of Lake Maggiore, between Piedmont and Lombardy. Comprising three main islands—Isola Bella, Isola Madre, and Isola dei Pescatori—they offer breathtaking scenery, history, and art. Their name derives from the Borromeo family, who have owned most of them since the Renaissance.
Isola Bella is famous for its sumptuous Baroque palace and Italian gardens filled with statues and rare plants. Isola Madre is home to a splendid botanical garden and a palace with period furnishings. Isola dei Pescatori, the only island inhabited year-round, retains an authentic character with narrow alleys and traditional restaurants.
