Italy’s lakes are famous for big‑name spots like Como and Garda, but the quiet corners are where things get interesting. Some of the least touristy lakes in Italy boast proper scenery, characterful towns and far fewer tour buses.
Lake Iseo sits between Brescia and Bergamo in Lombardy, about an hour from Milan or Bergamo by car or train. It is smaller and far quieter than Lake Como, with clear water, wooded slopes and a more low‑key, local feel. Ferries criss‑cross the lake, so it is easy to hop between villages and out to the islands. In spring and early autumn, you get mellow weather without the crowds.
