We are slowly
building up information on all towns, some of
which are listed below.
ARGEGNO
You pass through the small town of Argegno (approx 700 population)
when traveling up the Western shore of Lake Como from Cernobbio/Como
to Menaggio.Well placed and sheltered, it is situated in a large
inlet at the mouth of the Val d'Intelvi. This river flows at varying
rates throughout the year as its tumbles from the mountains between
Como and Lake Lugano.
Looking across the lake you can see Bellagio to the north and
as far as Nesso towards the south. The village is of Roman origin
and owes its name to the consul Publio Cesio Archigene. With the
Lake being ruled by warring factions centuries ago, Argegno formed
part of a defensive system, which extended as far as the ancient
villa of Lenno and to Isola Comacina.
This picturesque and ancient village is crossed by the Telo stream
which splits into two parts, after falling down from a the towns
ravine. The two are joined by an old stone bridge with a lancet
arch.From Argegno, it is possible to take a cable car up to Pigra
(881 mts.), which is
situated on a plateau that enjoys a beautiful view of the lake.
From here, it is possible to go on to the Valle della Camoggia,
which is in the oa