Lake Bolsena Holidays

Located in the northern part of Viterbo province is one of Italy’s best kept secrets, ideal for your lakes and mountains holiday getaway. Bolsena Lake is truly a hidden jewel among Italy’s many popular resorts and destinations, and perfect for a romantic break or family holiday. Bolsena Lake is a mere 146 kilometres from Rome where one has a number of flight options available. Rome Fiumicino airport caters for most major national flag carriers while Rome Ciampino airport is served by a number of budget airlines such as EasyJet and RyanAir. Good road links to Rome through the A1 Autostrada means that reaching the resort of Bolsena Lake for your holiday has never been easier. 

 

Bolsena Lake has a wealth of things for you to discover on your lakes holiday. Sailing, Fishing, Scuba diving and of course swimming are just a few of the activities on offer around the lake. The area caters to every kind of budget and need, with “fattorias” or farm houses, hotels and camp sites all offering accommodation to the discerning visitor. The small town nature of Lake Bolsena means that locals are always friendly and willing to help point you in the right direction.

 

There are numerous towns dotted around the edge of the lake, each with a different flavour waiting to be discovered on your holiday to Bolsena Lake. The medieval town of Bolsena is rich with culture and history waiting to be revealed. The Rocca Monaldeschi della Cervara castle overlooks the town; restored in 1991, this historic building now houses a museum dedicated to the history of the area. The village of Capodimonte is a favourite among bathers due to the spotless beach, and from here one can take an excursion to the isle of Bisentina by motor launch with a local guide. If gastronomy is your passion, make sure you visit the village of Marta. Being the centre of the lakes fishing industry, the village offers a variety of local dishes in some of the lakes finest and varied establishments, also producing a fine red dessert wine called Cannaiola. For adventure, activities, culture or just plain relaxation Lake Bolsena is not to be missed when shopping for your lakes holiday.